Cashier

Reporting to the Cash Operations Co-Managers, and taking direction from the Cashier/Cook, the Cashier is responsible for the preparation and selling of food and beverage items at the Greer Store and Louis Café. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to all guests in the Greer Store and/or Café.
• Operate a computerized POS system, ensuring proper handling of cash, credit and student OneCards. Accurately balance cash drawer at end of each shift.
• Prepare beverages including espresso drinks and smoothies.
• Under supervision, operate commercial kitchen equipment, including espresso machines and soft-serve dispensers. 
• Properly and thoroughly clean machines as requested.
• Maintain the counter and dining area in a neat, clean, and sanitary manner.
• Assist with restocking shelves or inventory as requested.
• Ability to assist with light food preparation, as requested
• Adhere to food safety standards at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• 3-12 months experience in food service, food preparation, sanitation, and safety practices in a commercial kitchen.
• Knowledge of cash register operation and basic cash handling procedures.
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to understand hazards and follow safety procedures when using chemicals and equipment.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion and to serving the needs of a diverse community
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and overtime.

Working Conditions

• Ability to sustain manual labor for eight hours or more.
• Ability to stand and/or walk on a hard surface for eight hours or more.
• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs occasionally and up to 20 lbs frequently.
• Ability to stoop frequently.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms frequently. 
• Ability to frequently grasp and manipulate objects with both hands.
• Ability to frequently perform tasks of repetitive motion with arms, hands and wrists, such as cutting, slicing, stirring, and serving food.
• Worker is frequently subject to cold from walk-in refrigerators and freezers.
• Worker is occasionally subject to extreme heat or humidity in kitchen area.
• Worker is occasionally subject to loud noise.
• Worker is frequently exposed to chemical agents.

Compensation & Benefits

Deerfield Academy offers a competitive total compensation package, where base compensation or salary is just one component. Pay within the published range is determined by factors such as qualifications, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, allowing for growth and progression within the role. 

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.