restaurant cashier
Company
Ahora Mexican Cuisine
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
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via Job Bank
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Job Description
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Asset languages: Spanish; Castilian. Work setting: Restaurant. Fast food. Tasks: Operate cash register. Process money, cheques and credit/debit card payments. Tabulate total payment for goods or services required. Receive payment for goods or services. Stock shelves and clean counter area. Greet customers. Accept reservations or take-out orders. Wrap or place merchandise in bags. Provide customer service. Monitor all entrances and exits, request proof of payment when necessary. Verify the age of customers when selling lottery tickets, alcohol or tobacco products. Computer and technology knowledge: Electronic cash register. Interac machine. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Attention to detail. Standing for extended periods. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Personal suitability: Accurate. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Team player. Reliability. Dependability. Maturity. Honesty. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Employment terms options: Evening. Flexible hours. On call. Experience: Will train. Employment terms options: To be determined. Day. Weekend.
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What is the minimum hourly wage for security guards in Canada as of 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the federal minimum wage for security guards is $18.50 per hour as of January 1 2026 with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours per week. Provincial rates apply in non-federally regulated workplaces such as Ontario at $17.75 per hour and British Columbia at $18.25 per hour from the same date.
What license is required to work as a security guard in Canada in 2026?
As per the Ministry of the Solicitor General Ontario, a valid Ontario Security Guard License costs $80 and must be renewed every three years with mandatory 40-hour training completed before the 2026 application deadline. Alberta requires a similar provincial license through the Alberta Ministry of Justice with $105 fee and background check.
What education and experience are needed for security guard jobs in Canada?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, applicants need a high school diploma or equivalent plus completion of a 40-hour approved security training course by March 2026. No prior experience is mandated for entry-level roles but a clean criminal record check from the RCMP dated within six months is required.
What documents are needed to apply for a security guard position in Canada?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, submit a valid government-issued photo ID, completed security license application, recent criminal record check, and proof of training certification by the 2026 deadline. A resume listing any first aid or CPR certificates dated within two years is also required for most employers.
