Cashier

Job Summary: The Customer Service Associate works in support of the store management team to facilitate and perform a variety of tasks including customer service, food and beverage preparation, cash register duties, general housekeeping and other related functions. The Customer Service Associate delivers an exceptional customer experience that supports Pooja Group’s vision to fulfill lives every day.

Principal Duties:

Greet and provide an enjoyable shopping experience for all customers. Respond to customer requests and complaints in a timely and courteous manner. Utilize the GREAT customer service and customer recovery model to ensure customer engagement.

Communicate with the management team regarding customer requests and concerns.

Operate the cash register, scan items, bag merchandise and properly handle different methods of payment. Maintain proper cash levels in register drawer and change machines. Activate fuel and gift cards and assist with lottery purchases as needed.

Comply with federal and state laws by requesting personal identification from customers who are purchasing restricted products such as tobacco and/or alcohol.

Stock and refill product within the interior and exterior core register area, cold express cases, bakery and grocery aisles.

Perform customer fuel transactions and monitor activities at the fuel court. Stop fuel pumps if necessary.

Prepare all made to order food and/or beverages according to recipe or customer specifications.

Stock food and beverage areas with products and supplies to ensure in stock conditions at all times. Ensure coffee thermals are filled and working properly.

Ensure the proper execution of assigned foodservice and beverage programs and procedures.

Complete cleanliness tasks to ensure all food and beverage service areas are free of any residue, debris and spills.

Follow proper coding procedures. Check expiration codes, face and inspect all items. Pull expired items, document and discard.

Adhere to the execution of established safety, security, quality and store operations policies, procedures and practices as outlined in Wawa’s policy manual, training materials and other publications.

Complete all store housekeeping functions (i.e., cleaning, dusting, sweeping, mopping, emptying trash, etc.).

Ensure safe working conditions by maintaining a clean, organized work area in accordance to standards.

Complete other tasks as assigned by store management.

Essential Functions:

Ability to work well individually as well as in a team environment

Good communication skills

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to work overtime as needed

Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment

Ability to learn and demonstrate all Pooja Group’s Safety and Quality Assurance processes and procedures

Must be able to perform the following physical behaviors repetitively throughout a shift: standing, walking, handling, reaching horizontally and grasping firmly

Must be able to perform the following physical behaviors frequently throughout a shift: reaching above the shoulder, reaching below the waist, pushing buttons, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling and pushing

Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 lbs

Work safely with equipment that can create and hold very high temperatures using appropriate personal protective equipment.

Must be at least 18 years old

Must have reliable transportation

Must wear slip resistant shoes at all times

Must be able to tolerate exposure to cleaning products

Basic Qualifications:

Pursuit of or high school diploma or equivalent, preferred

Prior food service and/or customer service experience preferred

Pooja Group is an equal opportunity employer. All employees are subject to a drug test and background checks

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pooja Group Is an equal opportunity employer. Pooja Group maintains a work environment in which Associates are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and Associates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.

About Pooja Laurel Hospitality Inc

Founded in 2010, Pooja Group, Inc. remains a family-owned and operated enterprise, embodying the true spirit of unity and dedication. Our portfolio proudly encompasses 14 convenience stores, gas stations, and 5 restaurants across Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware. Our esteemed brands, including Little Sue, Pizza Boys, Oasis Travel Plaza, Assateague Bar and Grill, R&R Grill, and Hardee's, serve as landmarks of quality and service in their respective communities. At Pooja Group, we forge stronger bonds than those of mere colleagues; we are a tightly-knit family. This sense of belonging and mutual respect drives us to nurture and develop talent from within, ensuring that our team not only grows professionally but also personally Our commitment to a values-driven culture is the cornerstone of our operations, earning us consistent recognition. We pride ourselves on our dedication to excellence, community service, and the unwavering support we provide to each member of the Pooja Group family.