Cashier

Howland Recruiting; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Howland Recruiting is helping a client in the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, recruit a reliable Cashier. The role involves handling cash, cards and other payments, counting cash, and converting foreign currency to ZAR while delivering top-notch customer service in a busy retail setting.

Requirements include Grade 12, at least 1 year cashier experience in luxury goods, strong numerical skills, and availability to work long retail hours.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 1 year cashier experience with luxury goods.
• Knowledge of foreign currency to ZAR conversions.
• Excellent attention to detail and customer-focused approach.
• Fluent English; other languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process cash, card and other forms of payment accurately.
• Handle and count cash responsibly and maintain accurate cash balances.
• Receive and process foreign currency, converting amounts into ZAR.
• Provide customers with correct change and receipts.
• Operate and balance POS system.
• Verify prices, transactions and payment amounts.
• Assist customers with queries in a professional manner.
• Maintain records of daily transactions and cash-ups.
• Complete end-of-shift cash recons and report discrepancies.
• Follow company procedures relating to cash handling, security and fraud.
• Maintain a clean, organised cashier area.
• Deliver excellent customer service at all times.

Skills

Numerical skills

Currency conversion

Attention to detail

Customer service

English proficiency

Shift flexibility

Education

Grade 12 / Matric / equivalent

Job description

Our established client in the heart of the V & A Waterfront is looking for a reliable and confident Cashier who is comfortable working with numbers, handling different currencies and providing excellent customer service in a busy environment.

Only persons who are immediately available will be considered

Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric / equivalent
• Minimum 1 years’ cashier experience with luxury goods
• Strong numerical and basic calculation skills
• Knowledge & experience in converting foreign currency into ZAR
• Excellent attention to detail
• Able to work long, retail hours
• Speak clear English with no / neutral accent (foreign language advantage)
• Professional, friendly and customer focused
• Must be immediately available

Working Hours

• Monday to Sunday: 09.00 - 21.00
• Seasonal: Monday to Sunday: 09.00 - 22.00
• Shift work required

Salary

• To be discussed with shortlisted candidates

Responsibilities

• Process cash, card and other forms of payment accurately
• Handle and count cash responsibly and maintain accurate cash balances
• Receive and process foreign currency, accurately converting amounts into ZAR
• Provide customers with correct change and receipts
• Operate and balance POS system
• Verify prices, transactions and payment amounts
• Assist customers with queries in a professional and friendly manner
• Maintain accurate records of daily transactions and cash-ups
• Complete end-of-shift cash recons and report discrepancies
• Follow company procedures relating to cash handing, security and fraud
• Maintain a clean, organised and professional cashier area
• Deliver excellent customer service at all times