Taqueria Cashier FT

Vallarta-Supermarkets; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and AD&D Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid vacation

Legal services

Holiday pay

Savings marketplace & credit union

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets is seeking a friendly Taqueria Cashier to provide fast, accurate service and handle payments with a smile. You will take orders, promote items, and keep beverage preparation stations clean and stocked while upholding food safety standards.

The role requires basic math skills, 18+ years old status, and the ability to work in a fast-paced Taqueria environment. Prior cashier/restaurant experience is beneficial and you may need to work weekends or holidays.

Qualifications

• Friendly, service-oriented personality required.
• Experience with cashiering and handling money is helpful.
• Knowledge of Taqueria menu, foods, and beverages.
• Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide prompt, courteous service.
• Record orders accurately and promote sales through upselling.
• Operate the cash register and balance the drawer at shift end.
• Maintain knowledge of menus and beverage offerings, prep drinks as needed.
• Follow health codes, food safety standards, and sanitation practices.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Basic math

English language

Job description

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About the Role

The Taqueria Cashier provides friendly, speedy, and accurate service in the Taqueria department by recording and gathering customer food and beverage orders. This role operates the cash register, handles payments, balances the cash drawer, and prepares beverages while maintaining Vallarta’s high standards of food safety, sanitation, and customer service.

What You’ll Do

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 throughout the day.

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.

Follow dress code and store policies.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Stand and walk constantly (6–8+ hours/day).

Frequently bend neck/waist, squat, twist, and reach above/below shoulders.

Frequent repetitive use of hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling.

Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

Heaviest item: prepared agua fresca jar, 28–32 lbs., carried up to 5 feet.

Work in environments with temperature or humidity changes.

No driving, heavy machinery, uneven ground, noise, or work at heights required.

What We’re Looking For

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.

Full-Time Team Members

Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.

401(k) Retirement Plan.

Paid vacation.

Access to legal services.

Premium pay for holidays.

Savings marketplace & credit union membership.

Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.).

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