Taqueria Cashier PT

Vallarta Supermarkets; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Legal services

Holiday pay

Savings marketplace

Credit union

Recognition programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets is hiring a Taqueria Cashier to provide friendly, efficient service in a fast-paced taqueria setting. You will record orders, operate the cash register, balance the drawer, and prepare beverages while maintaining high standards of safety and sanitation.

We value a friendly, team-focused approach and require at least 18 years old with basic English. Prior cashier or restaurant experience is helpful; flexible scheduling including weekends may be needed.

Qualifications

• Friendly, courteous personality with strong customer service skills.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic understanding of English language.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Prior cashier or restaurant/fast food experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Take customer orders and ring up purchases accurately.
• Balance cash drawer and handle payments per policy.
• Prepare beverages as needed and maintain cleanliness of service area.
• Follow health codes and food safety standards.
• Provide helpful, friendly service and up-sell where appropriate.

Skills

Customer service

Money handling

English language

Cashier experience

Teamwork

Tools

Cash register

POS system

Job description

Join the Vallarta Team

Wage: $18.77 - $22.55

Type: part-time

Description

PAYSCALE:

$18.77 - $22.55

Join the Vallarta Supermarkets Family!

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we're more than just a grocery store, we're a vibrant part of the communities we serve. We're seeking friendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. If you're passionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile, we'd love to meet you!

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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