Cashier

Smith's Food and Drug; Columbia Falls (MT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join their team as Cashiers/Checkers. This role is pivotal in creating outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. You will be responsible for processing transactions, engaging with customers, and maintaining a safe and clean environment. With a focus on respect, integrity, and inclusion, this company offers a supportive atmosphere where your contributions can thrive. If you're passionate about food and people, this opportunity is perfect for you to grow and succeed in a dynamic workplace.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee Assistance Program

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service is essential for this role.
• Effective communication and basic math skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers actively as a Cashier/Checker.
• Process transactions efficiently through the Point of Sale system.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and company guidelines.

Skills

Customer service experience

Effective communication skills

Basic math knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety of others.

Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Smith's Food and Drug merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Smith's customers in over 140 stores throughout Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities, and each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Smith's family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial, and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology, and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer service experience
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, and subtraction)

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer service experience
• Prior experience as a Bagger or Courtesy Clerk

Essential Job Functions:

1. Cashier/Checker is responsible for being visible and actively greeting, engaging, and assisting customers.
2. Cashiers process customer transactions through the check lane quickly, accurately, and efficiently.
3. Checkers understand the Point of Sale (POS) system, and handle various tenders such as Cash, Checks, Credit, Debit, SNAP EBT, Offline SNAP EBT, WIC, Rain checks, complex loyalty offers, coupons, and checkout procedures according to company policy.
4. Checker needs to understand and adhere to the company's limits on cash shortages and/or overages and work honestly and effectively to control loss.
5. Cashier needs to understand and adhere to guidelines on restricted sale items (Alcohol, Tobacco, DVDs).
6. Report pricing discrepancies to the Scan Coordinator.
7. Follow established policies and procedures (where applicable) for postage stamps, gift cards, and coupons.
8. Stay current with present, future, seasonal, and special ads.
9. Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
10. Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identifying unsafe conditions, accidents, or issues and notifying store management.
11. Practice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notifying the appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair.
12. Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important, and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store.
13. Adhere to all local, state, and federal laws, and company guidelines.
14. Ability to work cooperatively in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
15. Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational, and cooperative manner.
16. Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
17. Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues.
18. Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
19. Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.