Cashier

Lincoln Creek Lumber; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Rx

Dental

Voluntary Vision

Life/AD&D Insurance

401(k)

Paid sick time

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Lincoln Creek Lumber in Olympia, WA is hiring a friendly cashier to greet customers, manage the till, and guide shoppers through monthly specials.

You thrive on talking with people, remember regulars, and stay organized with cash handling and POS. Flexible scheduling and bilingual Spanish are a plus; benefits include medical, dental, 401(k), and more.

Qualifications

• Prior cashier experience preferred.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Good phone etiquette and communication.
• Spanish bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly as they enter.
• Verify cash balance and manage till.
• Ring up purchases, accept payments, and apply coupons.
• Assist with product location and upsell where appropriate.
• Balance cash drawer and prepare deposits.
• Maintain clean, organized till area.
• Handle refunds or store credits.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

POS systems

Bilingual Spanish

Tools

POS systems

Job description

About the RoleThe register is the last stop in every customer's visit, and it sets the tone for whether they come back. At Lincoln Creek Lumber, our cashiers aren’t just running a checkout line. You're often the first friendly face someone sees and the last one they talk to before heading out to tackle their project.If you light up when you get to chat with people, remember faces and names without even trying, and genuinely enjoy making someone's day a little better, this is your spot. You know the monthly specials, you catch the chance to mention a product someone didn't know they needed, and you send every customer out the door feeling like they mattered, not like they were just processed.What You'll DoGreet every customer with energy the moment they walk through the doorVerify your starting cash balance and keep your assigned till to yourself for the shiftRing up purchases accurately, handling cash and card payments with confidenceAsk if customers are Ace Rewards members and offer to sign up those who aren'tApply coupons at the time of purchase and process refunds or store credit when neededRadio a Sales Associate when a customer needs help finding an itemKnow the monthly ads and enthusiastically point customers toward specialsPractice suggestive selling by mentioning products that would genuinely help with a customer's projectHandle complaints with patience and empathy, loop in a manager when needed, and document anything that requires follow-upAsk customers with large bags to store them behind the counter or in their vehicleClean the cash wrap and equipment at the start and end of your shiftSweep behind the counter and keep your assigned aisles and the impulse area swept, dusted, faced, and stockedCheck in food and drink deliveries from vendorsPut away freight and organize back stock when deliveries arriveBalance your cash drawer at the end of your shift and prepare the depositStay alert and notify management of any security concernsAttend monthly store meetingsWho You AreYou're a people person through and through. Striking up conversation with a total stranger comes naturally to you, and you actually enjoy it. You're the one who remembers regulars by name and makes new customers feel like regulars too. You bring energy to the little moments, a genuine smile, an upbeat \"how's your day going,\" a real interest in what someone's working on.You take pride in a drawer that balances and a counter that's spotless, but what really drives you is the chance to make someone's trip to the store a good one. You're comfortable with numbers and technology, quick on your feet, and never too shy to ask a question when you don't know the answer.What We're Looking ForAn outgoing, friendly personality and a genuine love of talking with peopleOutstanding customer service and a real willingness to listenPrevious cashier experience preferredBasic math and computer skills, with comfort using POS systemsGood phone etiquetteProduct knowledge or a real eagerness to build it on the jobClear, upbeat communication with customers, teammates, and managementStrong organization skills and attention to detailReliable, punctual attendance and a team-first attitudeAvailable for flexible scheduling including days, evenings, weekends, and holidaysBilingual in Spanish (verbal and written) strongly desiredPhysical RequirementsAbility to stand for extended periodsFlexibility to reach and bend throughout the shiftAble to lift 60 lbs. without assistanceBenefitsMedical/RxDentalVoluntary VisionLife/AD&D InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)401(k)Paid sick time: 1 hour per 40 hours workedPaid VacationFirst Year: 3.34 hours per month(40 hours per calendar year)Years 2-7: 6.67 hours per month (80 hours per calendar year)Years 8+: 10 hours per month (120 hours per calendar year)Holidays:EasterThanksgivingChristmasEmployee BirthdayReady to Be the Face They Remember?If you love people, bring the energy, and want to be part of a team that actually cares, we want to hear from you