Cashier, Dining Services

At Marymount University, we believe meaningful work happens when talented people come together with shared purpose. We serve not only our students—but one another—creating a culture where teamwork, adaptability, and resilience are part of everyday practice. Located in Arlington, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C., Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-looking environment where innovation is encouraged and flexibility is valued.

About the role

We are seeking a Cashier to support our retail dining operations by accurately processing cash, credit, and other point-of-sale transactions for Marymount University customers. This position is responsible for operating the cash register/POS system, providing excellent customer service, and supporting daily retail operations, including setup, stocking supplies and products, and assisting with cleanup and closing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operates a cash register (or equivalent), receives payments of cash, checks and charges from customers or employees for goods or services, making change and issuing receipts or tickets to customers
• Responsible for accurate ring of proper PLU for sale items and/or accurate barcode scan
• Provides the highest quality of service to customers at all times
• Maintains proper security of cash at all times
• Understands and follows Sodexo cash-handling policies and procedures
• May prepare for service before the meal and clean the dining room after the meal (wiping tables, vacuuming the floor, cleaning chairs, ensuring the acceptable appearance of the dining area)
• May set up and stock the beverage area, grab and go items, service ware and condiments or other assigned areas
• Attends all allergy and foodborne illness in-service training
• Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner
• Complies with all safety and risk management policies and procedures
• Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments
• Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated
• May assist in locating, reconciling and verifying the accuracy of transactions and operating peripheral equipment that records and supports non-cash transactions
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Associate’s degree (AA) or two-year equivalent preferred, but not required
• Willingness to be open to learning and growing
• Maturity of judgment and behavior
• Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance
• Maintains a positive attitude
• Ability to work a flexible schedule helpful
• Must comply with any dress code requirements
• Must be able to work nights, weekends and some holidays
• Attends work and shows up for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity

Skills

• Presents self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect
• Maintains a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers, and client representatives
• Ability to use a computer
• Ability to provide clear directions and respond to employees
• Basic math skills including the ability to calculate numbers, correct entries, count, and reconcile cash drawers/banks, and post to records
• Knowledge of cash register system software, Word, and Excel

Physical Requirements

• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses
• Significant walking or other means of mobility
• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 40 pounds

Financial Responsibility

Processes or records financial transactions within established guidelines and safeguards.

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $19.00–20.66.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• University contributions to the 403(b) retirement plan
• Financial planning services
• Identity theft protection
• Pet insurance
• Credit union access
• Tuition remission program for employees and covered dependents
• Generous paid time off plan