Cashier Jobs in Montréal
Counter and cashier roles are the most flexible entry point in Montréal food service — cafés, bakeries, counter-service restaurants and takeout windows all hire year-round, usually with no experience required and a schedule that bends around school.
Also called: counter attendant, caissier, front counter, till
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What it pays in Montréal
Québec minimum wage is $16.60 an hour, and $13.30 an hour for employees who receive tips, in effect since May 1, 2026.
What the job involves
- Take orders and process payments accurately at the POS
- Serve counter items, package takeout and manage the pickup queue
- Keep the counter, display case and seating area clean and stocked
- Answer guest questions about the menu, allergens and wait times
- Handle opening float, closing cash-out and daily reconciliation
Who hires for this role
- Cafés
- Bakeries
- Restaurants
How hiring works on Waldo
- Create your profile once — experience, availability, roles and neighbourhoods.
- Swipe through real openings that match what you asked for.
- When the venue swipes back, a chat opens automatically.
- Arrange a trial shift or interview directly in the conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Do cashier jobs in Montréal require experience?
Rarely. Counter roles are among the easiest hospitality jobs to get with no background at all — most venues train on the POS in a shift or two and hire primarily on availability and attitude.
Do counter staff get tips?
Usually yes, through a card-terminal prompt or tip jar pooled across the shift. Counter tips are smaller than table service but they are consistent, typically adding a few dollars an hour.
Is a cashier job good for students?
It is one of the best fits. Shifts are short and predictable, weekend and daytime coverage is always needed, and counter service does not carry the late-night schedule that most floor jobs do.
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