Cashier job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Cashier job summary
Our small but high-traffic supermarket needs a Cashier to take over the responsibilities of processing customer transactions, helping to train new Cashiers and managing customer service in our store. We’re looking for a motivated and highly organized professional with retail cashier experience and an excellent head for numbers. The successful candidate will enjoy excellent benefits and a competitive salary from his or her first day on the job. He or she will build rapport with our team and report to the Assistant Store Manager.
Cashier responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Maintain a positive work environment for all Cashiers
- Resolve cash tills at the end of every shift
- Generate accurate till reports for each register
- Manage and perform all check-out functions on a daily basis
- Communicate clearly and openly with customers
- Manage the check-out area and ensure each station remains clean and efficiently run
- Respond to Cashiers’ requests for price checks and other functions for customer service
- Listen to customer complaints and questions and refer them to the assistant manager when required
- Ensure all stations have adequate cash and change at all times
- Serve as the primary point-of-contact for customer service associates
Cashier qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Diploma required
- 5+ years’ experience in cash handling and customer service
- High level of responsibility, leadership skills and organization
- Ability to efficiently run all cashier stations
- Willingness to recruit and train Cashiers
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