Retail cashier job description
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Example retail cashier requirements on a job description
Retail cashier requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in retail cashier job postings.
Sample retail cashier requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in retail or cashiering
- Ability to accurately handle money
- Basic computer skills and knowledge
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Sample required retail cashier soft skills
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to handle customer complaints and concerns
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to follow directions and policies
Retail cashier job description example 1
Busy Beaver retail cashier job description
Exciting career opportunity with a growing company! Busy Beaver, Your Neighborhood Home Improvement Center is looking for talented individuals who want to grow with the company!
All staff must be available to work evenings and weekends. After submitting your information on this page, you will be asked which position you are most interested in.
Responsible for all store sales and day-to-day operations. Management directs, monitors and assures the implementation of operational processes and customer engagement policies in order to achieve sales, profit and customer service objectives as well as inventory, shrink and controllable budget objectives. Management works closely with merchandising staff to ensure program implementation, providing feedback on program success and merchandising needs. If applying for a management position, please complete the questionnaire and include a resume with cover letter.
Receive and process payments from customers and package products. Provide store and product location information to customers in the store and on the phone. Direct sales associate to customers entering in the store to provide assistance to them. Maintain product displays in cash register area. Open and close registers daily following policy, procedure for Point-Of-Sale (POS) system. Other duties as assigned. Must be customer service oriented with excellent communication skills, honesty and courtesy.
Provide proactive sales assistance, excellent customer service and problem resolution to customers. Provide product knowledge, recommendations and advice to customers with questions and/or project needs. Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions. Other duties as assigned. Prior retail sales and/or DIY experience preferred but not required. Must be customer service oriented with excellent communication skills, honesty and courtesy.
Unload trucks, load customer pick-ups, pack and unpack items to be stocked. Examine and inspect stock items for wear or defects, reporting any damage to supervisors. Clean and maintain areas in-store and in warehouse. Must be able to lift and physically move merchandise. Assist and provide excellent customer service as necessary including but not limited to assisting sales on floor and loading customer vehicles. Must have ability to take direction, communicate and manage time effectively.
Busy Beaver was founded in 1962 with three lumber yards located in Clairton, Verona and Carnegie, PA. The company expanded into full-line home improvement centers and currently operates 25 stores, including three True Value locations, in three states: Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia. Since September 2013, Busy Beaver has been operating under new, local ownership and has committed to providing legendary customer service in all of its neighborhood home improvement centers. Under the strategic pillars, Engage, Enhance, and Expand, Busy Beaver will continuously improve its customer experience and seek out new neighbors to serve.
All staff must be available to work evenings and weekends. After submitting your information on this page, you will be asked which position you are most interested in.
Responsible for all store sales and day-to-day operations. Management directs, monitors and assures the implementation of operational processes and customer engagement policies in order to achieve sales, profit and customer service objectives as well as inventory, shrink and controllable budget objectives. Management works closely with merchandising staff to ensure program implementation, providing feedback on program success and merchandising needs. If applying for a management position, please complete the questionnaire and include a resume with cover letter.
Receive and process payments from customers and package products. Provide store and product location information to customers in the store and on the phone. Direct sales associate to customers entering in the store to provide assistance to them. Maintain product displays in cash register area. Open and close registers daily following policy, procedure for Point-Of-Sale (POS) system. Other duties as assigned. Must be customer service oriented with excellent communication skills, honesty and courtesy.
Provide proactive sales assistance, excellent customer service and problem resolution to customers. Provide product knowledge, recommendations and advice to customers with questions and/or project needs. Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions. Other duties as assigned. Prior retail sales and/or DIY experience preferred but not required. Must be customer service oriented with excellent communication skills, honesty and courtesy.
Unload trucks, load customer pick-ups, pack and unpack items to be stocked. Examine and inspect stock items for wear or defects, reporting any damage to supervisors. Clean and maintain areas in-store and in warehouse. Must be able to lift and physically move merchandise. Assist and provide excellent customer service as necessary including but not limited to assisting sales on floor and loading customer vehicles. Must have ability to take direction, communicate and manage time effectively.
Busy Beaver was founded in 1962 with three lumber yards located in Clairton, Verona and Carnegie, PA. The company expanded into full-line home improvement centers and currently operates 25 stores, including three True Value locations, in three states: Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia. Since September 2013, Busy Beaver has been operating under new, local ownership and has committed to providing legendary customer service in all of its neighborhood home improvement centers. Under the strategic pillars, Engage, Enhance, and Expand, Busy Beaver will continuously improve its customer experience and seek out new neighbors to serve.
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Retail cashier job description example 2
True Value retail cashier job description
Exciting career opportunity with a growing company! Busy Beaver, Your Neighborhood Home Improvement Center is looking for talented individuals who want to grow with the company!
All staff must be available to work evenings and weekends. After submitting your information on this page, you will be asked which position you are most interested in.
Responsible for all store sales and day-to-day operations. Management directs, monitors and assures the implementation of operational processes and customer engagement policies in order to achieve sales, profit and customer service objectives as well as inventory, shrink and controllable budget objectives. Management works closely with merchandising staff to ensure program implementation, providing feedback on program success and merchandising needs. If applying for a management position, please complete the questionnaire and include a resume with cover letter.
Receive and process payments from customers and package products. Provide store and product location information to customers in the store and on the phone. Direct sales associate to customers entering in the store to provide assistance to them. Maintain product displays in cash register area. Open and close registers daily following policy, procedure for Point-Of-Sale (POS) system. Other duties as assigned. Must be customer service oriented with excellent communication skills, honesty and courtesy.
Provide proactive sales assistance, excellent customer service and problem resolution to customers. Provide product knowledge, recommendations and advice to customers with questions and/or project needs. Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions. Other duties as assigned. Prior retail sales and/or DIY experience preferred but not required. Must be customer service oriented with excellent communication skills, honesty and courtesy.
Unload trucks, load customer pick-ups, pack and unpack items to be stocked. Examine and inspect stock items for wear or defects, reporting any damage to supervisors. Clean and maintain areas in-store and in warehouse. Must be able to lift and physically move merchandise. Assist and provide excellent customer service as necessary including but not limited to assisting sales on floor and loading customer vehicles. Must have ability to take direction, communicate and manage time effectively.
Company DescriptionTrue Value Company is one of the world's largest retailer-owned hardware cooperatives. With about 4,500 independent retailers and an exciting new store format, we've created a compelling shopping experience for consumers, a winning opportunity for entrepreneur-retailers and a rewarding environment for those seeking a career with a company committed to its customers and growth.
At True Value Company, we're looking for the best. Whether you're launching your career or building your professional experience, we offer a rewarding environment where you can achieve your potential.
We support a spirit of entrepreneurial thinking, appreciate a passion for excellence, and foster a workplace that promotes teamwork and shared knowledge - all without losing sight of your individuality.
All staff must be available to work evenings and weekends. After submitting your information on this page, you will be asked which position you are most interested in.
Responsible for all store sales and day-to-day operations. Management directs, monitors and assures the implementation of operational processes and customer engagement policies in order to achieve sales, profit and customer service objectives as well as inventory, shrink and controllable budget objectives. Management works closely with merchandising staff to ensure program implementation, providing feedback on program success and merchandising needs. If applying for a management position, please complete the questionnaire and include a resume with cover letter.
Receive and process payments from customers and package products. Provide store and product location information to customers in the store and on the phone. Direct sales associate to customers entering in the store to provide assistance to them. Maintain product displays in cash register area. Open and close registers daily following policy, procedure for Point-Of-Sale (POS) system. Other duties as assigned. Must be customer service oriented with excellent communication skills, honesty and courtesy.
Provide proactive sales assistance, excellent customer service and problem resolution to customers. Provide product knowledge, recommendations and advice to customers with questions and/or project needs. Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions. Other duties as assigned. Prior retail sales and/or DIY experience preferred but not required. Must be customer service oriented with excellent communication skills, honesty and courtesy.
Unload trucks, load customer pick-ups, pack and unpack items to be stocked. Examine and inspect stock items for wear or defects, reporting any damage to supervisors. Clean and maintain areas in-store and in warehouse. Must be able to lift and physically move merchandise. Assist and provide excellent customer service as necessary including but not limited to assisting sales on floor and loading customer vehicles. Must have ability to take direction, communicate and manage time effectively.
Company DescriptionTrue Value Company is one of the world's largest retailer-owned hardware cooperatives. With about 4,500 independent retailers and an exciting new store format, we've created a compelling shopping experience for consumers, a winning opportunity for entrepreneur-retailers and a rewarding environment for those seeking a career with a company committed to its customers and growth.
At True Value Company, we're looking for the best. Whether you're launching your career or building your professional experience, we offer a rewarding environment where you can achieve your potential.
We support a spirit of entrepreneurial thinking, appreciate a passion for excellence, and foster a workplace that promotes teamwork and shared knowledge - all without losing sight of your individuality.
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Retail cashier job description example 3
Office Depot retail cashier job description
At Office Depot and Office Max, the Services Advisor is a part-time role, providing “total solutions” to our customers encompassing Technology, Services, Furniture and Print offerings. S/he will quickly build and maintain customer relationships and become a trusted advisor by utilizing training of Technology products/services and print offerings.
The associate in this role will demonstrates a passion for the brand, technology products, furniture, services, print and other services/products offered to our customers. S/he will utilize Office Depot and Office Max’s proven sales principles to proactively engage customers, in order to drive the sales of our total offerings and properly assess customer needs to ensure satisfaction in every interaction.
Successful completion of Tech, Print, and other applicable training and continued education in these areas is expected, up to and including designated certifications, if required. The essential functions of this position may require you to consent to periodic comprehensive background checks conducted by a third-party.
products and services. Effectively utilizes communication tools to request assistance anywhere on the sales floor, and to coordinate the appropriate service, and customer engagement throughout the store.
Performs duties as cashier, provides logistics support, stocking, restocking, down stocking, inventory control, cleaning the store and protecting company assets. Ensures the completion of damaged and defective/buy back merchandise through the RCC process.
2. Proactively acknowledges and engages every customer to ensure a positive customer experience. Utilizes and understands the selling program to promote the sale of the best solution as well as additional product and/or services solutions. Maintains awareness of planned advertisements and promotions.
3. Able to evaluate the customer’s needs to determine what additional offerings or services that a customer may need in addition to determining if a customer should be referred to the Contract Sales organization.
4. When not assisting customers, performs merchandise-related activities to ensure merchandise presentation guidelines are met through implementing plan-o-gram changes and updates, merchandise set and price changes. Sets weekly ads, including price changes, and any associated updates to store signage.
5. Works to continually develop personal selling skills and specialized product knowledge through sales and service tools provided. Drives Technology, Tech Services, Furniture and Print sales by supporting all related current programs, new product launches and special initiatives.
6. Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and practices; and supports company loss prevention efforts.
Education & Experience
High School diploma or equivalent edu preferred Minimum 1 year experience in related field 2 Years Sales and/or Customer Services experience preferred
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule
Office Depot and OfficeMax offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! For immediate consideration for this exciting position, please click the Apply Now button.
How to Apply
Click the Apply Now button and follow the instructions on each page. When you have completed the application, click the submit button.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Office Depot and OfficeMax is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Office Depot and OfficeMax is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Fair Chance Ordinance
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records City & County of San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
The associate in this role will demonstrates a passion for the brand, technology products, furniture, services, print and other services/products offered to our customers. S/he will utilize Office Depot and Office Max’s proven sales principles to proactively engage customers, in order to drive the sales of our total offerings and properly assess customer needs to ensure satisfaction in every interaction.
Successful completion of Tech, Print, and other applicable training and continued education in these areas is expected, up to and including designated certifications, if required. The essential functions of this position may require you to consent to periodic comprehensive background checks conducted by a third-party.
products and services. Effectively utilizes communication tools to request assistance anywhere on the sales floor, and to coordinate the appropriate service, and customer engagement throughout the store.
Performs duties as cashier, provides logistics support, stocking, restocking, down stocking, inventory control, cleaning the store and protecting company assets. Ensures the completion of damaged and defective/buy back merchandise through the RCC process.
2. Proactively acknowledges and engages every customer to ensure a positive customer experience. Utilizes and understands the selling program to promote the sale of the best solution as well as additional product and/or services solutions. Maintains awareness of planned advertisements and promotions.
3. Able to evaluate the customer’s needs to determine what additional offerings or services that a customer may need in addition to determining if a customer should be referred to the Contract Sales organization.
4. When not assisting customers, performs merchandise-related activities to ensure merchandise presentation guidelines are met through implementing plan-o-gram changes and updates, merchandise set and price changes. Sets weekly ads, including price changes, and any associated updates to store signage.
5. Works to continually develop personal selling skills and specialized product knowledge through sales and service tools provided. Drives Technology, Tech Services, Furniture and Print sales by supporting all related current programs, new product launches and special initiatives.
6. Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and practices; and supports company loss prevention efforts.
Education & Experience
High School diploma or equivalent edu preferred Minimum 1 year experience in related field 2 Years Sales and/or Customer Services experience preferred
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule
Office Depot and OfficeMax offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! For immediate consideration for this exciting position, please click the Apply Now button.
How to Apply
Click the Apply Now button and follow the instructions on each page. When you have completed the application, click the submit button.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Office Depot and OfficeMax is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Office Depot and OfficeMax is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Fair Chance Ordinance
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records City & County of San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024