Taqueria Cashier: Fast-Paced, Customer-Driven Service

Vallarta Supermarkets; Arvin (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Legal services

Holiday pay

Savings marketplace and credit union

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in the United States (CA) is hiring a Taqueria Cashier to provide friendly, speedy service, record orders, operate the cash register, and balance the cash drawer while ensuring high food safety and customer satisfaction.

You will prepare beverages, maintain menu knowledge, and help keep the taqueria area clean and organized in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Friendly, courteous personality with strong customer service skills.
• Knowledge of Taqueria menu, foods, and beverages.
• Ability to count, handle money, and perform simple math accurately.
• Prior cashier or restaurant/fast food experience helpful.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic understanding of English language.
• Responsible, professional, and positive attitude.
• Must be able to transfer to other locations within a reasonable commute.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Fast-paced Taqueria setting with direct customer interaction.
• Exposure to perishable products, beverages, and changing conditions.
• Collaborative, team-focused workplace.
• Must be able to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Smile, greet, and provide prompt, courteous service.
• Accurately record customer orders while promoting sales through suggestive selling.
• Operate cash register, scale, and equipment properly.
• Follow company cash handling and payment policies.
• Balance the cash drawer at the end of the shift.
• Maintain full knowledge of food and beverage menus.
• Prepare and serve agua frescas, juices, coffee, and champurrado; ensure beverage quality.
• Clean agua fresca jars, juice machines, coffee carafes, and champurrado pots safely.
• Follow health codes, food safety standards, personal hygiene, and sanitation practices.
• Maintain work areas, floors, tables, and salsa bar clean and replenished.
• Work safely, use equipment correctly, and report issues immediately.
• Support coworkers, assist customers, and model teamwork.
• Treat coworkers and customers respectfully at all times.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Math skills

Teamwork

English basic

Tools

Cash register

Beverage prep equipment

Job description

Vallarta Supermarkets in the United States (CA) is hiring a Taqueria Cashier to provide friendly, speedy service, record orders, operate the cash register, and balance the cash drawer while ensuring high food safety and customer satisfaction.

You will prepare beverages, maintain menu knowledge, and help keep the taqueria area clean and organized in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.