Casual Cashier - Fourways Mall

Dis-Chem Pharmacies; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A retail pharmacy chain is looking for Casual Cashiers to join their talent pool in Gauteng. The role involves supporting customer service at the point of sale while ensuring accurate transaction processing. Ideal candidates will have a Grade 12 qualification, a strong command of English, and prior cashier experience. This position requires the ability to work retail hours and maintain a high level of accuracy in cash handling.

Benefits

Market-related salary

Equal opportunity employer

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in cashier/till operations required.
• Willingness to work retail hours is necessary.
• Clear credit and criminal records are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support customer service at point of sale.
• Record customer transactions accurately.
• Manage cash flow and adhere to security policies.

Skills

Computer literacy

Strong command of English

Numerical skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Job description

Overview

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is continuously looking for Casual Cashiers to build a talent pool for their Fourways Mall stores. The aim of a strategic talent pool is to have a readily available and pre-screened group of individuals with specific skills, qualifications, or attributes that make them suitable for future job opportunities within Dis-Chem Pharmacies.

Purpose of the role

Support customer service at point of sale while ensuring a world-class shopping experience. Record customer transactions on the Dis-Chem operating system according to company policies & standard operating procedures, with zero tolerance toward inaccuracies & elimination of fraud risk.

Essential qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric
• A minimum of 6 months’ experience cashier/till operations
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Sound numerical skills
• Strong command of the English language
• Basic customer service
• Willing and able to work retail hours

Job Description / Responsibilities

• Adhere to Dis-Chem’s customer service policies and procedures
• Establish a professional relationship with customers
• Report customer complaints and compliments to the Frontline Supervisor, or store management
• Adhere to the customer turnover hourly rate
• Be aware of current sales and promotions
• Ensure colleagues and customers are not exposed to any risk
• Carry out and manage Dis-Chem 5 star communication principles
• Be responsible for cash flow
• Ensure all line voids and price changes are approved and signed off by the supervisor
• Exchange merchandise for customers and accept returned goods when authorised
• Transact all purchases – receive and process all payments (cash, bank cards, vouchers, coupons, other forms of payment) accepted by Dis-Chem
• Process all loyalty cards including those of accelerator partners
• Ensure cash is placed in drop safe according to Dis-Chem’s SOPs
• Ensure usage of your code and password is restricted to you and kept safe
• Ensure all outgoing stock/items are scanned and paid for
• Keep money safely and securely inside the till
• Handle daily takings confidentially, and only discuss with management
• Be alert, recognise and report suspicious behaviour to management
• Address queries regarding store merchandise
• Adhere to Dis-Chem’s security policies and procedures

Competencies

Essential:

• In-depth knowledge of operating cash registers, and maintaining cash drawers
• Knowledge of processing sales, refunds and payments
• Strong command of English (written and oral)
• Accuracy
• Attention to detail
• Presentable
• Emotional intelligence
• Social awareness
• Accountability
• Problem-solving
• Analyse basic reports
• Trustworthy and honest
• Time management

Advantageous:

• Third additional language

Special conditions of employment

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Reliable transport and/or reside in close proximity to the store
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits

• Market-related salary

It’s important to note that not all candidates in our talent pool will be hired by Dis-Chem Pharmacies, and being in the talent pool does not guarantee employment. However, it increases a candidate’s chances of being considered and potentially hired when a suitable position aligns with their qualifications and the company’s needs.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.