Are you an early riser? Passionate about customer service and interested in working in a vibrant, fast-paced environment? Bambuza Vietnam Kitchen & Bar at the Portland International Airport is seeking a friendly, efficient, and customer-focused cashier to join our team.

This job opportunity is for a key role at the airport – the morning opener. Cashiers open the store at 4:30am and work until noon or 1pm. It's a terrific way to get your work done early in the day, leaving your afternoon open for appointments, errands, or recreation.

As a cashier, you will play a key role in providing exceptional customer service while handling transactions, taking orders, and ensuring guests have a smooth and pleasant dining experience. You'll set the team up for success each day by maintaining a clean, stocked and prepped environment.  If you have a passion for food and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this is your chance to work in a dynamic environment where your skills take center stage as travelers from all over the world experience a memorable meal before they take flight!

• Greet customers warmly, answer questions about menu items, and assist them in placing their orders.
• Accurately process cash, credit card, and other payment transactions using the POS system.
• Efficiently take customer orders for dine-in and takeout, ensuring accuracy and timely communication with the kitchen staff.
• Be familiar with our menu offerings, including Vietnamese dishes such as pho, banh mi, and spring rolls, and provide recommendations to customers.
• Completion of opening, ongoing, and closing checklists is required.
• Carry out both routine and detailed cleaning tasks using approved cleaning products to ensure strict compliance with health and safety standards.
• Keep the cashier station and dining area clean, organized, and compliant with food safety regulations.
• Help with light food prep, packaging takeout orders, and ensuring that all supplies (e.g., napkins, utensils) are stocked at the front counter.
• Ensure all items are properly returned to their designated places. Clean, sanitize, and organize all work and storage areas, including freezers and coolers. Additionally, empty and re-line all trash containers.
• Responsible for stocking coolers with products and ensuring all displays are well-organized and visually appealing.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience in a cashier, customer service, or retail position preferred.
• Ability to handle transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage with diverse customers.
• Ability to work well with kitchen staff and other team members in a fast-paced environment.
• Punctual and reliable, with the flexibility to work shifts that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, due to airport hours.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods, typically 6–8 hours per shift.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs for stocking supplies or moving small items
• Occasional bending and stooping to reach for items or assist with cleaning.
• Frequent reaching across the counter to assist customers and handle transactions.
• Ability to move around the front counter and dining area to assist customers, stock items, and keep the area clean.

Please submit your resume detailing your qualifications and experience. We look forward to reviewing your application and welcoming you to our thriving team.

Apply now and be a part of our exciting journey!

Bambuza Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team.