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Reports To: Manager, Front of House


Mission: To create an environment that inspires a passion for student success.


Desired Results of the Position:

  • A professional and reliable hospitality experience that serves the Algonquin Students' Association community 
  • An engaged staff member that inspires all staff to deliver excellent work
  • Active two-way communication between management and staff that ensure effective operations


Nature and Scope:

The Cashier, under the direction of the Manager, Front of House, will provide excellent food and beverage service. A cashier will always ensure that they follow proper service regulations and ensure a safe and welcoming operation. They will serve and prepare food and beverages that enable the Observatory, Wolves Den, and Students' Association Catering to succeed. A Cashier will build effective relationships with peers and supervisors, meet the highest commitment to quality, and build customer loyalty through exceptional service. They will act as members of the part-time staff team in the Front of House, following detailed instructions to ensure that all recipes, preparations, and products meet the Hospitality Department's specifications and commitment to quality.


Job Duties:

  • Work with the Manager, Front of House, and set a positive example for fellow staff.
  • Reinforce a positive work environment that produces a high level of satisfaction among all customers, staff, fellow employees, and clients.
  • Take orders and provide exceptional food and beverage service for all customers.
  • Complete daily assigned side duties. Including; Inventory checks, food and beverage preparation, temperature logs, cleaning, following opening and closing checklists, maintenance schedules.
  • Follow the proper recipe and presentation standards for all menu items.
  • Execute all aspects of daily Front of House operations to the highest quality.
  • Responsible for abiding by all AGCO rules and procedures for the safe and responsible sale of alcohol.
  • Help to execute catering and special orders, and work outside regular hours.
  • Maintain, clean, and properly store all equipment and supplies.
  • Follow operational policies and procedures, help ensure the safety of all employees during each shift.
  • Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality. 
  • Know all menu items, follow proper assembly instructions for all menu items and specials. 
  • Record waste, breakage and damage in provided logs and reports them to the manager on duty. 
  • Familiar with all the first aid stations, supplies, and equipment. Report any injuries or accidents to the manager on duty immediately.
  • Wear clean and proper staff attire require at all times when working.
  • All other duties as assigned.


Core Competencies:

  • Customer Focus
  • Communication
  • Energy and Stress
  • Team Work
  • Quality Orientation
  • Quick learning 


Desired Skills and Qualifications:

  • Hospitality or Food Service experience is an asset
  • Ability to perform sustained physical activity for extended periods
  • Willing to work non-traditional shifts
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Maintain an effective working relationship with managers, and other employees
  • Smart Serve (required)
  • OWHSA (required)
  • WHMIS (required)
  • CPR (preferred)
  • First Aid certificate (preferred)
  • Food handlers Certificate (preferred)


Work Conditions

  • Work in a restaurant setting, with exposure to extreme temperatures
  • Manual dexterity is required to use a desktop computer, tablet, knives, and other equipment
  • Ability to lift 40lbs required
  • High stress fast paced environment


Compensation:

  • Salary: $17.95 per hour
  • Required to work 3 shifts per week. Approximately 12-18 hours per work week
  • The work week will be flexible, with some weeks being more hours and some fewer hours
  • 4% vacation pay per pay period 
  • Eligible for Front of House tip out