Cashier

About this role

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking for a cashier for its Cape Road store in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. The role keeps the till running smoothly and gives customers a friendly, professional experience at the point of sale.

What you’ll do

• Record every customer transaction on the Dis-Chem system, following company policies and standard procedures.
• Take payments of all kinds, including cash, bank cards, vouchers and coupons, and process loyalty cards, including partner programmes such as Discovery Vitality, Medihelp Lifestage and eBucks.
• Handle refunds, exchanges and returned goods, but only when you are authorised to do so.
• Keep cash safe. Drop surplus cash in the drop safe, keep your till secure and get supervisor sign-off for line voids and price changes.
• Pass customer complaints and compliments to your Frontline Supervisor or store management.
• Stay alert to suspicious behaviour and report it to management. Follow the security rules.
• Answer customer questions about store products and keep up with current sales and promotions.

What you need

• Grade 12 (matric).
• At least 6 months of cashier or till operating experience.
• Good computer skills, including MS Office.
• Sound numerical skills.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• Basic customer service skills.
• Willingness and ability to work retail hours.
• Reliable transport, or living close to the store.
• South African citizenship.
• A clear credit record and a clear criminal record.
• Advantageous: a third additional language.

Is this job for you?

This job suits someone who is careful with money and detail, and who enjoys helping people at a busy till. You should be honest, trustworthy and comfortable working to strict cash handling rules.

Tips before you apply

• Have your matric certificate and proof of your 6 months of till experience ready, such as a reference letter or payslips.
• Put your till and cash handling experience at the top of your CV. Name the systems or stores you have worked with.
• Be ready to explain how you have kept cash accurate and handled customer complaints. Use a real example.

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