Taqueria Cashier PT

Vallarta Supermarkets; California; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid vacation

Access to legal services

Premium pay for holidays

Savings marketplace & credit union

Recognition programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets is hiring for a Taqueria Cashier to deliver friendly, speedy service in a fast-paced Taqueria setting. You will operate the cash register, take and record orders, and ensure accuracy in payments while upholding Vallarta's high standards of food safety and customer care.

The role emphasizes customer interaction, knowledge of the Taqueria menu, and teamwork. Flexible schedules including weekends and holidays are common; previous cashier or restaurant experience is helpful.

Qualifications

• Friendly, courteous personality with strong customer service skills.
• Ability to count, handle money, and perform simple math accurately.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic understanding of English language.

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 beverages; ensure beverage quality throughout the day.
• Follow health codes, food safety standards, personal hygiene, and sanitation practices.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

English language (basic)

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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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