Cashier - Bakersfield, CA

California Fish Grill is a renowned seafood restaurant chain specializing in fresh, sustainable fish and seafood offerings. Known for its commitment to high-quality ingredients, exceptional customer service, and a welcoming dining environment, California Fish Grill has established itself as a favorite destination for seafood lovers across California. The company boasts a mission centered on providing guests with flavorful dishes that highlight the best seafood flavors, while also emphasizing sustainability and environmental responsibility. The restaurants are designed to provide a casual yet modern setting where customers can enjoy a satisfying meal either on-site or through takeout and delivery services. California Fish Grill operates various outlets staffed by dedicated team members who are passionate about seafood and customer satisfaction. Their operational approach fosters teamwork, high safety standards, and consistent attention to detail, ensuring a memorable dining experience for every guest. This role is an hourly, non-exempt position as a Restaurant Cashier, accountable to the Restaurant General Manager and Training General Manager. The primary responsibility is to manage all cash and credit card transactions during the restaurant's serving hours with accuracy and efficiency. The Cashier will greet guests, take food orders, accurately charge menu items, handle payments, and provide correct change, including processing gift cards. This position demands a strong knowledge of the menu and pricing, and the ability to interact with guests courteously and quickly. The Cashier must also be vigilant in identifying counterfeit money, verifying the age of guests when alcoholic beverages are ordered, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. The role involves continuous adherence to safety and sanitation protocols, confidentiality of guest payment information, and upholding company policies to maintain a respectful and harassment-free work environment. In addition to transactional duties, the Cashier supports the restaurant's mission, values, and vision by actively participating in teamwork, positively interacting with co-workers and guests, and promoting excellent public relations. They also comply with safety measures, including fire and disaster plans, to ensure a secure and risk-managed workplace. Essential skills include the ability to efficiently operate a point-of-sale (POS) system, credit card equipment, and multitask in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain composure under pressure are crucial for success. The position requires standing, bending, lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds, and handling various physical demands while adhering to health and personal grooming standards. Candidates for this position should have a high school diploma or GED and 1-2 years of related cashier or food service experience. Valid Food Handler Certification such as ServSafe is required to ensure compliance with food safety regulations. The ideal candidate demonstrates integrity, honesty, and a guest-focused mindset. California Fish Grill encourages employees to take initiative, adapt to changes, work collaboratively in teams, and make sound decisions that enhance guest satisfaction and operational efficiency. This role offers an opportunity to be part of a growing restaurant group passionately dedicated to quality seafood and excellent customer experiences, while also fostering a positive and safe work environment for all employees.

• High school diploma or GED
• 1-2 years related work experience
• Experience in cashier or food service positions
• Valid ServSafe or approved Food Handler Certification
• Ability to properly charge the correct price for food and drink items ordered
• Ability to operate a POS
• Ability to operate credit card equipment
• Ability to interact with guests effectively
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Maintain composure under urgency and pressure
• Ability to reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and wipe continuously
• Awareness of hazards such as cuts, slipping, tripping, falls and burns
• Must be of legal age to serve alcohol according to state regulations
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to follow job safety policies and rules
• Proficient reading and writing skills
• Proficient interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 50 lbs or less
• Manual dexterity
• Auditory and visual skills