Cashier (Part-Time/Temporary)

gianttiger; Port Hawkesbury; On-site; CAD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Career growth

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Giant Tiger is hiring a part-time/temporary Cashier to support daily store operations in Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia. You will ensure a high level of customer service at the checkout, process transactions accurately, and help replenish merchandise around the checkout area.

The role involves following health and safety guidelines, keeping the checkout area clean, and applying loss-prevention practices. Flexible shifts include days, evenings, and weekends with a 35–40 hour weekly potential for

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with customers.
• Attention to detail in handling transactions and shelf replenishment.
• Excellent customer service mindset and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high level of customer service at the checkouts.
• Accurately record customer transactions in cash registers, mainline and SCOs.
• Replenish merchandise around the checkout area and keep the area clean.
• Follow health and safety policies and guidelines.
• Maintain organized checkout work area and follow loss-prevention practices.
• Comply with all policies when selling Tobacco and Lottery.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

Who We Are:

At Giant Tiger, our mission is simple: help Canadians save more every day. We're a Canadian institution rooted in our communities and built on 60+ years of success. Our store teams are the heart of our mission, making sure every customer has a great experience and finds the products they need at the right price.

We're looking for friendly, motivated people who enjoy helping people and being part of a team - this posting represents a current opportunity at Giant Tiger.

Job Title

Cashier (Part-Time/Temporary)

Contract End Date

2027-01-02

About This Role:

What You'll Be Doing:

• Ensures a high level of customer service at the checkouts;
• Accurately records customer transactions in electronic cash register, mainline and self checkouts (SCOs);
• Replenish merchandise around the checkout area;
• Ensuring health and safety policies and guidelines are followed;
• Ensuring the checkout work area is kept clean and organized;
• Ensuring Loss prevention best practices are followed;
• Ensuring compliance of all policies when selling Tobacco and Lottery.

What You'll Bring:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Strong customer service skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

When You'll Work:

A typical full‑time schedule will consist of day shifts, two evenings per week, and alternating weekends with a schedule of 35-40 hours weekly. A typical part‑time schedule will be a mix of days, evenings and weekends, up to 24 hours weekly.

Physical Demands of Position:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

While performing the duties of this job, you can expect to:

• Stand and/or walk.
• Bend, twist, and squat.
• Lift and/or move up to 18 kg (40 lbs).
• Perform tasks involving firm grasping.
• Perform repetitive tasks requiring a range of hand motions.
• Reach above shoulder height and below waist level.
• Operate equipment, including using a ladder.

Join Giant Tiger and gain meaningful work experience in a fun, community‑focused environment. Our temporary opportunities offer competitive pay and a chance to learn and grow with a proudly Canadian retailer.

What Giant Tiger Offers:

• Competitive Compensation: Giant Tiger will consider factors such as experience, skills and internal equity to ensure you are paid competitively.
• Career Growth : Giant Tiger is committed to developing our people. We promote from within, and many of our leaders started right here. We provide the coaching, training, and support you need to build a long‑term career. If you are looking for a place to grow and take on new challenges, you've found it.
• Store Discount: Enjoy savings at your Giant Tiger store with 20% off children's, men's, and ladies' apparel and footwear, and 10% off health and beauty, grocery, toys, housewares, and eCommerce purchases, applied at the point of sale.

Location

47 Paint Street, Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia, B9A 3J9

Job Requisition

JR133602

Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.

Giant Tiger will provide support and accommodation in its recruitment processes to all applicants. If you are invited to participate in an interview and have accommodation needs, please contact [e-mail].

Giant Tiger does not sponsor work permits. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada and maintain authorization for the duration of employment.

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