Cashier/Sales Associate

Blue Stone Strategy Partners•Clearlake, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cashier / Sales Associate is the primary point of contact for guests at Quail Mountain Market. This position operates the cash register and point-of-sale system, processes fuel and merchandise transactions, and delivers fast, friendly customer service. The Cashier / Sales Associate maintains store cleanliness and merchandising standards, restocks product, and follows all age-restricted sales requirements. Cashier / Sales Associates are cross-trained to support food service and kitchen operations, including basic food preparation, as business needs require. This position works under the direction of the General Manager to support daily store operations, protect company assets, and deliver an outstanding guest experience.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Basic math skills sufficient to make change and reconcile a cash drawer.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to solve problems quickly in a fast-paced environment.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and point-of-sale systems.
Ability to operate a cash register, POS system, and card payment terminal accurately.
Ability to accurately handle cash, process transactions, and reconcile a cash drawer.
Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, California and Tribal requirements for age-restricted sales, including ID verification.
Basic food handling and preparation skills, or willingness to learn, to support kitchen cross-training.
Ability to stand for extended periods and work both indoors and at the outdoor fuel island.
Standing/walking for extended periods
Bending, kneeling, reaching to stock shelves and coolers
Operating a register, POS, and card terminal
Working outdoors at the fuel island in varying weather
Working evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as business demands require.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred, not required.
Prior cashier, retail, or customer service experience preferred but not required.
Experience in a Tribally-owned enterprise or rural community retail context is a plus; a desire to understand and respect Tribal operations is essential.
California Food Handler Card
ABC LEAD (Licensee Education on Alcohol and Drugs) training, voluntary but recommended for employees who sell alcohol or tobacco at an off-sale location.

Responsibilities

Operate the cash register and point-of-sale (POS) system accurately for merchandise, food, and fuel transactions.
Accept and process cash, credit/debit, and other approved payment types.
Make the correct change.
Count and balance the cash drawer at the start and end of each shift per SOP.
Process voids, refunds, and returns per store policy.
Process lottery transactions, if applicable, per California Lottery and store procedures.
Verify customer age and identification for all tobacco, alcohol, vape, and lottery sales per California law and store policy.
Refuse the sale of age-restricted products when identification cannot be verified or is invalid.
Complete required age-restricted sales training provided by the store.
Recognize and report suspicious transactions, such as an attempted underage purchase or a fraudulent ID, to a supervisor.
Assist customers at the fuel island with pump operation, pay-at-pump issues, and general questions.
Monitor fuel island activity and cameras for safety and security concerns.
Follow store SOPs for reporting fuel spills, pump malfunctions, or safety incidents immediately.
Report fuel outages, price changes, or pump issues to the General Manager.
Prepare and serve grab-and-go, hot food, and beverage items (coffee, fountain drinks, roller grill, food-to-go) per recipes and SOPs.
Follow food safety and temperature-monitoring procedures for food service items.
Maintain cleanliness of the food service area, equipment, and coffee/fountain stations.
Restock food service supplies and notify management of shortages.
Support kitchen staff during peak periods as directed by the General Manager or Kitchen Manager.
Complete opening and/or closing checklists as scheduled.
Count and secure the register drawer at shift start and end.
Turn store equipment, lighting, and fuel systems on or off per SOP.
Secure the store and complete required shift-close reporting.
Follow all company SOPs, safety procedures, and Tribal policies.
Report safety hazards, spills, injuries, or incidents to a supervisor immediately.
Complete required safety and compliance training.
Support coworkers and other departments as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager or designee.
Restock and rotate shelf, cooler, and fountain/coffee station merchandise using FIFO (first-in, first-out) practice.
Face, price, and tag merchandise to store standards.
Monitor stock levels on the sales floor and notify the General Manager or Shift Lead when reorders are needed.
Assist with receiving deliveries and checking them against packing slips.
Report damaged, expired, or missing product to management.
Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the sales floor, restrooms, coffee/fountain area, and fuel island per posted checklists.
Follow California retail food safety requirements that apply to cross-trained duties (food handling, storage, temperature, labeling).
Follow posted cleaning and sanitation schedules for food service equipment and areas.
Follow food safety practices per store SOPs, including handwashing and glove use.
Report food safety concerns or equipment problems to the General Manager immediately.
Greet and assist every guest promptly and courteously.
Resolve routine customer concerns at the point of service.
Escalate unresolved or significant issues to the General Manager or Shift Lead.
Maintain a positive, welcoming guest experience at the register, sales floor, and fuel island.