Accounting Clerk (Restaurant)
かいけいがかり（いんしょくてん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Accounting Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Cash Handling Clerks
Summary
Handles customer accounting in restaurants, performing cash register operations and cash management as a clerical position.
Description
Restaurant accounting clerks input customer orders into POS cash registers and handle payment processing with cash, credit cards, or electronic money. They are responsible for issuing receipts, calculating change, aggregating sales, preparing daily reports, and closing the register. They also utilize customer service manners and skills to handle complaints and simple inquiries. Accuracy and speed are required, playing an important role in supporting store operations.
Future Outlook
Although some tasks are decreasing due to the spread of self-checkout and unmanned registers, demand remains high in restaurants providing face-to-face service and customized services. Personnel who can handle diverse payment methods alongside cashless trends are in demand.
Personality Traits
Can provide bright and polite customer service / Can respond calmly / Emphasizes accuracy / Has strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Floor Staff → Chief → Store Manager → Area Manager → Franchise Owner
Required Skills
Customer Service Manners / Money Handling and Change Calculation / POS Operation / Payment Processing / Sales Aggregation
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (Foreign Language Customer Service) / Complaint Handling / Japan Chamber of Commerce Bookkeeping Level 3 / PC Basic Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is extremely important when handling money. |
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication is necessary for guiding customers and handling complaints. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Numerical accuracy is required for change and sales aggregation. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure stress during peak times or when handling complaints. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Standardized accounting processes are central, and creativity is not highly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Japan Chamber of Commerce Bookkeeping Certification Level 3
Aliases
- Cash Register Clerk
- Cashier
- Cashier Staff
Related Jobs
- Clerk
- Floor Staff
- Restaurant Staff
- Sales Staff