Cashier

Job Position: Cashier Hours: Monday to Friday, 6am - 2:30pm Wage: $18 per hour Location: North Chicago, IL Job Summary As a Food for Th ought Cashier/Barista, you will greet customers, take their orders, process cash payments as well as operate a Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions, balancing cash drawers and ensuring accuracy. You will be knowledgeable of FFT products and policies to resolve customer concerns and answer their questions. Responsibilities • Greeting guests in a friendly, approachable, and courteous manner. • Preparing and serving beverages such as drip coffee, specialty drinks and tea. • Visually inspecting, selecting, and using only food items of the highest quality in the preparation of all menu items. • Working on catering events and taking on special projects. • Ensure item pricing is accurate. • Stock and refill i nventory such as coffee cups, straws, napkins, and utensils; supervise inventory levels and communicate when necessary to ensure inventory is not low or out. • Maintaining food service facilities and equipment by complying with the highest standards of safety and sanitation procedures. • Engaging in additional supportive duties as assigned. • Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications • Customer Service excellence. • Cash handling and Poin t of Sale system. • E xperience in culinary and prep kitchen positions • Basic math skills. • Ability to work with speed, consistency, and organization. • Comfortable in busy environments. • Must provide valid Food Handler Certificate and Food Allergen Certification. Preferred Qualifications • Team player, thriving in collaborative environments. • Outgoing personality and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. • Excellent communication skills. Why We’re the Leaders Excellent training Employee Referral bonuses Flexible scheduling Career advancement opportunities Competitive Pay Anniversary Milestone Incentives Company Benefits & Perks Paid Time Off Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – Includes Spouse and Domestic Partner Coverage (Blue Cross Blue Shield Provider) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Paid Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) & Critical Illness Insurance Short Term Disability Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health, Relationship Conflicts, Child and Eldercare, Substance Abuse, Grief and Loss Assistance for you and household members In Person Sessions Unlimited phone access Parental Leave – Equal benefits to Mothers and Fathers 401K Retirement Plan FFT University - Over 70 courses designed to enhance your skills in life and on the job to help your career growth. Employee Meal Plan Employee Discounts (Pet Insurance, Entertainment, Travel, Company Discounts, and…