JOB SUMMARY

At Houston Methodist, the Cashier position is responsible for handling cash, credit and other forms of payment transactions in retail food operation areas. This position accurately and efficiently completes transactions, provides receipts and makes change. The Cashier position is responsible for preparing a cashier's report and depositing revenues following established Cash Handling Procedures. This position also provides support and assists in other areas of the retail food operation including the food service areas, dining room and may operate relevant Food Services equipment. The Cashier position may be asked to assist in other food and nutition service areas, as needed.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Job responsibilities labeled EF capture those duties that are essential functions of the job.

PEOPLE - 20%

• Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole and facilitates problem resolution. (EF)
• Responds positively to requests for assistance from customers, employees and visitors, using clear and professional communication to facilitate problem resolution. Responds to customer satisfaction, both urgent and routine requests, within established guidelines of the department. Escalates customer’s complaints to Supervisor/Manager. (EF)
• Conducts self in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity, equity and inclusion principles. Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability. (EF)

SERVICE - 20%

• Changes and updates the menu boards. Maintains stock levels on all snack items in service area, i.e. beverages, chips, candy, etc. (EF)
• Maintains, cleans and organizes service and equipment areas. (EF)
• Contributes towards improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards. (EF)

QUALITY/SAFETY - 20%

• Accurately completes Cashier's end of shift report. (EF)
• Ensures logs are complete for Doctors, Volunteers, meal tickets, and other Charge Tickets according to procedures. May assist with food service, maintaining proper temperatures logs, coolers, etc. (EF)
• Maintains a safe environment, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous material, emergency preparedness and HIPAA. Reports accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding hazards identified in the workplace. (EF)

FINANCE – 30%

• Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed. Practices cost control through proper use of supplies and equipment. (EF)
• Reports/shares financial and/or operational metrics processes as directed by management, i.e. error/cancelation/voids. (EF)
• Accurately processes all cash register transactions. Gives proper change and a legible receipt. Consistently stays within the short/over Cash Handling guidelines and policy. (EF)

GROWTH/INNOVATION - 10%

• Contributes ideas towards improving the efficiency and effectiveness of department processes, based on the daily huddle, providing opportunities to recommend innovative solutions to management. (EF)
• Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action by participating in in-services programs and continuing education. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis. (EF)

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

o High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

o One year experience operating a cash register in a food service establishment, or other equivalent situation. For HM internal employee, six months of work experience at Houston Methodist

• Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (i.e. Disaster, Severe Weather Event, etc) regardless of selection above.