counter clerk - retail

Minimum Requirements

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work Setting

• Retail business

Tasks

• Accept cash, cheque, credit card or automatic debit payment
• Operate cash register
• Operate computerized inventory record keeping and re-ordering systems
• Provide advice about merchandise
• Advertise and/or promote products, sales or services
• Provide customer service
• Assist in display of merchandise
• Greet customers and discuss type, quality and quantity of merchandise or services sought for purchase, rental or lease
• Maintain sales records for inventory control

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Standing for extended periods
• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal Suitability

• Energetic
• Quick learner
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Accurate
• Ability to multitask
• Punctuality

Experience

• Experience an asset