Food Service Worker/Cashier

MedStar Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Baltimore is seeking a friendly cashier to handle cash and credit transactions for MedStar/Sodexo customers. You will assist in setup and serving from counters and steam tables, and maintain a clean working area across dining and retail spaces.

You will operate the POS system, process payments accurately, and support inventory, stocking, and cleanup. The role emphasizes safety, professionalism, and courteous customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• No prior work experience required; related experience is a plus.
• Ability to operate cash register and handle cash accurately.
• Basic computer skills and cash handling knowledge.
• Professional and courteous communication with customers.

Responsibilities

• Operate cash register and handle cash, checks, and card payments.
• Set up and serve food from counters and steam tables.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstations and equipment.
• Assist in retail area setup and cleanup.
• Ensure accuracy of PLU and barcode scans.
• Comply with safety and risk management policies.
• Support in inventory and stocking as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Professional demeanor

Positive attitude

Team communication

Food handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Equivalent preferred

Tools

POS system

Job description

General Summary of Position

Works primarily in the food service operation handling cash and credit transactions from MedStar/Sodexo customers. Assists in setup and serving of food from counters and steam tables. Duties will include cleaning and sanitizing equipment and work stations. As a cashier they must accurately operate the cash register/POS and complete the transactions. Will also provide support to the retail operation including setup maintaining supplies and products and assisting in cleanup and closedown. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below but MedStar/Sodexo may identify other responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ among accounts depending on business necessities and client requirements.

About The Job

Works primarily in the food service operation handling cash and credit transactions from MedStar/Sodexo customers. Assists in setup and serving of food from counters and steam tables. Duties will include cleaning and sanitizing equipment and work stations. As a cashier they must accurately operate the cash register/POS and complete the transactions. Will also provide support to the retail operation including setup maintaining supplies and products and assisting in cleanup and closedown. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below but MedStar/Sodexo may identify other responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ among accounts depending on business necessities and client requirements.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.


• Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams as appropriate. Participates in meetings serves on committees and represents the department and hospital/facility in community outreach efforts as appropriate.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Operates a cash register (or equivalent) receives payments of cash checks and charges from customers or employees for goods or services making change and issuing receipts or tickets to customers.


• Responsible for accurate ring of proper PLU for sale items and/or accurate barcode scan.


• Maintains proper security of cash at all times.


• May assist in locating reconciling and verifying the accuracy of transactions and operate peripheral equipment that records and supports non-cash transactions.


• May also be required to prepare for service before the meal and clean the dining room after the meal (wiping tables vacuuming the floor cleaning chairs ensuring the acceptable appearance of the dining area).


• May set up and stock the beverage area grab and go items service ware and condiments or other assigned areas.


• Sets up stations with entrees soups salads breads condiments other food products and utensils.


• Serves and replenishes food from counters and steam tables (sometimes using a conveyor food belt) and breaks down stations at the end of meal periods.


• Cleans and sanitizes workstations counters steam tables and other equipment.


• Interacts with customers in the serving and dining areas.


• Assists customers with opening containers and cutting food when requested.


• Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures.


• Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.


• Participates in regular safety meetings safety training and hazard assessments.


• May maintain inventory stock and requisitions as well as complete assigned tasks from management every day.

Minimal Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred or


• equivalent preferred

Experience

• Prior work experience not required Related work experience preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Verbal and written communication skills.


• Basic computer skills preferred.


• Presents self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.


• Ability to maintain a positive attitude.


• Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect.


• Maintains a professional relationship with all coworkers vendor representatives supervisors managers customers and client representatives.


• Ability to provide clear directions and respond to co-workers.


• Basic food-handling skills.

This position has a hiring range of

USD $18.40 - USD $29.74 /Hr.