Cashier

Fred Meyer; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to creating exceptional customer experiences. This role emphasizes the importance of service, safety, and community, allowing you to thrive in a supportive environment. With opportunities for growth and development, you will play a vital part in fostering a welcoming atmosphere for customers. Whether you are starting your career or seeking a part-time position, this is a chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a collaborative workplace. Apply today to be part of a team that values your potential and commitment to excellence.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is essential for this role.
• Effective communication skills are crucial for assisting customers.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers actively to enhance their shopping experience.
• Process transactions accurately and efficiently using the POS system.

Skills

Customer service experience

Ability to handle stressful situations

Effective communication skills

Basic math knowledge

Job description

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 Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska.

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 Fred Meyer 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.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer service experience
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• 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

Responsibilities:

• Be visible, actively greeting, engaging, and assisting customers.
• Process customer transactions quickly, accurately, and efficiently using the POS system.
• Handle various tenders such as Cash, Checks, Credit, Debit, SNAP EBT, WIC, coupons, and loyalty offers according to company policy.
• Adhere to cash handling limits and work honestly to control loss.
• Follow guidelines on restricted sale items (Alcohol, Tobacco, DVDs).
• Report pricing discrepancies and stay current with ads.
• Follow food safety regulations and safety procedures, reporting unsafe conditions.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers and answer product questions.
• Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.