Cashier

Full/Part Time, Non-Exempt position reporting to the Store Manager or Assistant Manager.

About the Role

Responsible for working a shift both accurately and efficiently, within Company policy, to ensure that the shift contributes to increased profitability of the store. Receive and disburse money in establishments other than financial institutions, typically involving the use of electronic scanners, cash registers, or related equipment. Often includes processing credit or debit card transactions and validating checks.

Responsibilities

• Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts are correct.
• Establish or identify prices of goods and services using cash registers.
• Stock shelves and hang tags.
• Monitor checkout stations to ensure adequate cash availability and staffing.
• Accurately record all markups, markdowns, spoilage, and store use of merchandise.
• Advise Store Manager and/or Assistant Manager of personnel situations or policy violations.
• Assist other store cashiers with operational problems and escalate to the store manager as needed.
• Maintain a low cash drawer and utilize the safe according to store instructions.
• Complete shift-checkout reports at designated times.
• Follow correct vendor check-in procedures within company guidelines.
• Perform cleaning duties such as cleaning front windows, areas around check stands, and general store upkeep.

Qualifications

• Less than high school education; no prior experience necessary.
• Ability to read and understand operating instructions for store equipment (e.g., electronic cash registers).
• Must be able to operate a cash register for up to 8 hours or longer.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds at least once during a shift.
• Strong oral communication skills.
• Basic math skills to make change, complete shift reports, and account for products during vendor check-in.
• Access to a phone at all times.

Skills

• Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for actions.
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Analytical Skills – Ability to use reasoning to solve problems.
• Oral Communication – Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Written Communication – Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing.
• Customer-Oriented – Ability to prioritize customer needs while following company procedures.
• Decision Making – Ability to make critical decisions while adhering to company procedures.
• Detail Oriented – Ability to focus on minute details of tasks.
• Enthusiasm – Ability to bring energy to task performance.
• Friendly – Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.
• Honesty/Integrity – Ability to be truthful and credible in the workplace.
• Interpersonal – Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities.
• Organized – Ability to follow a systematic method for task completion.
• Patience – Ability to remain calm under stress.
• Relationship Building – Ability to build effective relationships with customers and coworkers.
• Reliability – Dependable and trustworthy.
• Responsibility – Ability to be held accountable for conduct.
• Tactful – Ability to maintain good relations with others.
• Team Building – Ability to encourage a group to work toward a common goal.
• Time Management – Ability to organize and complete work within deadlines.
• Tolerance – Ability to work successfully with diverse people without judgment.
• Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete tasks in stressful situations.

Physical Demands

• Lift/Carry:
  • 10 lbs or less – Constantly
  • 11-20 lbs – Occasionally
  • 21-50 lbs – Not Applicable
  • 51-100 lbs – Not Applicable
  • Over 100 lbs – Not Applicable
• Standing: Constantly
• Walking: Occasionally
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Handling/Fingering: Constantly
• Reach Outward: Constantly
• Reach Above Shoulder: Not Applicable
• Climb: Not Applicable
• Crawl: Not Applicable
• Squat or Kneel: Occasionally
• Bend: Occasionally
• Push/Pull: Not Applicable

Occasionally: Up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
Frequently: 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
Constantly: More than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements

• Vision (near, distance, depth perception).
• Sense of sound (ability to hear telephone rings and emergency alarms).
• Sense of touch.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including agreeing to wear a back belt when lifting and handling heavy objects.