Kern POS is a division of Kern County Business Services (KCBS) — a locally owned and operated business services company headquartered in Bakersfield, California. For over 14 years, KCBS has helped small and medium businesses across Kern County save money on payment processing, upgrade their technology, and access the tools they need to compete and grow.
Kern POS was built because local businesses deserve more than a generic, off-the-shelf system and a customer service number. They deserve a local expert — someone who understands Bakersfield, who shows up when something needs configuring, and who picks up the phone when something goes wrong. That’s exactly what we provide.
Today, we carry and support industry-leading POS platforms — Clover, Rpower, Exatouch, Quantic, and Square — matched to the right business, set up properly, and backed by ongoing local support. From a single food truck to a multi-location retail operation, Kern POS has the right system and the right team to make it work.
Years Serving Kern County
Industry-Leading POS Brands
Local Businesses Served
Local Team, Always Available
Square came to life in 2009 with a card reader for mobile devices — the first of its kind. That one opportunity helped grow Square from a single product to a whole suite for people to run every side of their businesses, including hardware, software, and so much more.
Kern POS launches as a dedicated POS brand — bringing together 14+ years of experience, 5 industry-leading POS platforms, and a full-service local support team under one specialized roof.
Square Handheld launches, giving businesses a portable, powerful point of sale that fits in a pocket.
Loyalty programs and gift card services expand. KCBS helps more local businesses build recurring revenue through branded gift card programs and customer loyalty reward systems.
Expanded to digital and e-commerce services. As more businesses moved online, KCBS added website design and e-commerce payment gateway services — helping brick-and-mortar businesses establish an online presence and keep selling.
Business funding services launch. KCBS adds merchant cash advances, small business loans, and equipment financing — giving local businesses a trusted local partner for growth capital, not just payments.
POS systems added to the lineup. Recognizing that local businesses needed more than just payment processing, KCBS begins offering full point-of-sale hardware and software solutions — bringing enterprise-level technology to small business owners.
Merchant services expand across Kern County. KCBS grows its client base beyond Bakersfield, serving restaurants, retailers, and service businesses throughout the region with competitive payment processing rates and hands-on support.
Kern County Business Services is founded in Bakersfield, CA — starting with a simple mission: help local businesses accept payments more affordably and more reliably than the big banks were offering.
Turn One-Time Buyers into Loyal Regulars Run email and text marketing campaigns, launch a loyalty program, and send the right offer to the right customer at the right time.
Sell Online — Fully Synced with Your In-Store POS Launch an online store, offer local delivery or in-store pickup, and manage all orders from one place.
Stay on Top of Your Business Finances Get a clear view of your revenue, track daily settlements, and access the financial tools your business needs to grow.
Locally owned and operated in Bakersfield for over 14 years — we’re not a call center, we’re your neighbors.
Authorized reseller and support provider for Clover, Rpower, Exatouch, Quantic, and Square POS platforms.
Hundreds of local businesses across Kern County trust KCBS and Kern POS for their payment technology and support.
Every business in Bakersfield deserves the same technology that big chains use — but with someone local who actually knows their name. At Kern POS, we don’t just sell a system and disappear. We set it up, train your staff, and stay available for whatever comes next. When you call us, you reach a real person from Kern County — not a ticket system, not a chatbot.
That’s been the KCBS way since 2010, and it’s the Kern POS way today.
Let’s find the right POS for your operation, get it set up properly, and make sure you have the support you need to grow — today and years from now.