Liquor Store Cashier

Financial Edge; Northfield (NJ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Ventura's Offshore Cafe in Northfield, NJ is seeking an Experienced Liquor Store Cashier who can manage POS transactions with precision and uphold New Jersey alcohol laws. The ideal candidate will be dependable, mature, and professional, able to work calmly in a fast-paced liquor retail environment.

Responsibilities include handling cash and card transactions, balancing the till, verifying IDs, assisting customers with beer, wine, and liquor selections, and keeping shelves clean and stocked.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of high-volume cash/credit card transaction experience.
• Proven retail cashier experience in liquor store or convenience store setting.
• Reliability, punctuality and strong interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with NJ ABC rules preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate the cash register and POS system accurately and efficiently.
• Process cash, credit, debit, and gift card transactions with precision and accountability.
• Balance the cash drawer at the beginning and end of shifts with receipts matching sales reports.
• Maintain a positive, collaborative attitude and communicate effectively with staff and management.
• Strictly enforce age verification by checking government IDs and comply with NJ ABC regulations.
• Greet customers, assist with product selection, and guide them to beer, wine, or liquor categories.
• Keep the store clean, stocked, and organized, and monitor shelf stock levels and rotate products.

Skills

Cash handling

Customer service

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Tools

POS system

Job description

Job Title: Experienced Liquor Store Cashier

Location: Northfield, NJ 08225

Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Department: FOH

Compensation: $16.00 / hour

Job Summary

We are seeking a dependable, mature, and highly professional Liquor Store Cashier to join our team at Ventura's Offshore Cafe. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, exceptional reliability, and a collaborative mindset. You will be responsible for managing point-of-sale (POS) transactions, ensuring strict compliance with New Jersey alcohol laws, providing excellent customer service, and maintaining an organized, well-stocked retail space while working in harmony with other staff members.

Duties and Responsibilities

Sales & Transaction Management

• Operate the cash register and point-of-sale (POS) system accurately and efficiently.
• Process cash, credit, debit, and gift card transactions with a high level of precision and accountability.
• Balance the cash drawer at the beginning and end of shifts, ensuring all receipts match sales reports.

Teamwork & Workplace Harmony

• Maintain a positive, collaborative attitude to foster a harmonious and productive working environment with all team members.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with both front-of-house staff and management.

Regulatory Compliance & Age Verification

• Strictly enforce age verification policies by checking valid government-issued identification for any customer purchasing age-restricted products.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of and compliance with New Jersey State division of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) regulations.
• Confidently and politely refuse sales to minors or intoxicated individuals.

Customer Service & Product Assistance

• Greet customers warmly as they enter the store and provide an inviting shopping environment.
• Assist guests with product selection, offering basic recommendations or directing them to specific beer, wine, or liquor categories when requested.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve any standard checkout issues with patience and professionalism.

Store Cleanliness & Upkeep

• Maintain store cleanliness by strictly following the established daily and weekly cleaning schedules.
• Stock shelves, coolers, and display racks with incoming inventory, ensuring proper product rotation (FIFO).
• Keep the retail storefront, checkout counters, and floor area organized, clean, and welcoming for guests.
• Monitor stock levels on the floor and notify management when popular items are running low.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Experience: Must have 5+ years of experience handling high-volume cash and credit card transactions accurately. Proven retail cashier experience within a liquor store or convenience store environment is highly preferred.
• Professional Maturity: Must possess the personal maturity, reliability, and strong interpersonal skills required to work seamlessly alongside a diverse staff.
• Company Policies: Must strictly adhere to our "No Cell Phone Policy" while on shift to ensure full focus on customer service and store duties.
• Reliability: A proven track record of punctuality, exceptional attendance, and personal accountability.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with NJ ABC rules regarding retail alcohol sales is preferred.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods and comfortably lift or move cases of beer, wine, or liquor (up to 40–50 lbs) as needed for restocking and cleaning.
• Skills: Strong basic math proficiency, sharp attention to detail, and clear, respectful communication skills.