Cashier

Associated Grocers of New England; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local grocery store in Essex Junction, Vermont, is seeking a dedicated Cashier. In this role, you will ensure a positive checkout experience by accurately processing customer transactions while providing exceptional customer service. Key tasks include handling cash accurately, maintaining an organized work environment, and efficiently bagging customer purchases. Applicants should have basic math skills, a commitment to friendly service, and the ability to communicate effectively in English. This position demands both standing and physical activity during shifts.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills to process payments and handle transactions.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in basic English.
• Attention to detail for pricing accuracy and transaction handling.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a positive and professional attitude in interactions.
• Accurately scan and process customer items.
• Bag customer purchases efficiently and carefully.
• Maintain a well-stocked cashier station.
• Handle cash transactions responsibly.

Skills

Basic math skills

Exceptional customer service

Ability to communicate in English

Strong attention to detail

Tools

Cashier register

Box cutter

Job description

Essex Junction Market
101 Pearl Street
Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude in interactions with both customers and colleagues.
• Accurately scan and process customer items, ensuring a smooth checkout experience.
• Efficiently bag customer purchases, prioritizing organization and care.
• Maintain a well‑stocked cashier station with the necessary supplies to avoid disruptions.
• Handle cash transactions responsibly, ensuring accurate balancing of the register at the end of each shift.
• Adhere to all company safety and security protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation to uphold operational efficiency and hygiene standards.
• Greet customers warmly and thank them sincerely upon completing their transactions.
• Retrieve carts promptly to ensure availability for customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication) are required to process payments, provide correct change, and handle transactions accurately.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and creating a positive shopping experience.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in basic English to assist customers and complete transaction accurately.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure pricing accuracy and proper handling of cash, credit, and digital payments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a typical retail work environment, requiring:

• Frequent lifting, pushing, carrying, and pulling of weights between 20-40 lbs., with occasional lifting over 40 lbs.
• Standing for extended periods (90% of the time) and walking (10%).
• Frequent kneeling, bending, and reaching above and below waist level.
• Working in various temperature environments, including outside (2% of the time) and inside (98%):
  • Outdoor cart retrieval
  • Receiving areas with occasional humidity or wet flooring
• Hard tile/cement flooring and anti‑fatigue mats.

Required: Closed‑toe footwear and various cleaning supplies

Machines, Tools, and Equipment used: Cashier register, occasional use of box cutter.

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