Cashier

Kroger Family of Companies; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Family of Companies is seeking a Cashier/Checker to greet customers, process transactions, and assist shoppers at the check lane. The role requires strong customer service, clear communication, and basic math skills to handle various tenders and coupons efficiently.

You will operate the POS system, adhere to company policies on restricted items, and protect against losses. A team-oriented, fast-paced environment is expected with attention to safety and compliance across shifts.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greet, assist, and engage customers to provide a welcoming shopping experience.
• Process transactions quickly and accurately at the check lane.
• Operate POS system and handle cash, checks, credit/debit, and loyalty offers per policy.
• Follow loss prevention guidelines and maintain accurate cash in/out.
• Adhere to rules for restricted items (Alcohol, Tobacco, DVDs).
• Report pricing discrepancies to the Scan Coordinator and keep shelves stocked.

Skills

Customer service experience

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of basic math

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Job Functions:

• Cashier/Checker is responsible for being visible and actively greeting, engaging and assisting customers.
• Cashiers process customer transactions through the check lane quickly, accurately, and efficiently.
• 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.
• 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.
• Cashier needs to understand and adhere to guidelines on restricted sale items (Alcohol, Tobacco, DVDs)
• Report pricing discrepancies to the Scan Coordinator.
• Follow established policies and procedures (where applicable) for postage stamps, gift cards, and coupons.
• Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions, accidents, or issues and notify store management.
• Practice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notify appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair.
• 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.
• Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelines.
• Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner.
• Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues.
• Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

QUALIFICATIONS 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