Job Description
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is inviting applications for the Casual Cashier position at its Crescent Corner store in Emalahleni, Mpumalanga.
This is a part-time retail opportunity aimed at building a readily available and pre-screened talent pool of individuals with the right skills, qualifications, and attributes for future opportunities within Dis-Chem Pharmacies.
The purpose of the role is to support customer service at point of sale while ensuring a world-class shopping experience. The successful candidate will record customer transactions on the Dis-Chem operating system according to company policies and standard operating procedures, with zero tolerance for inaccuracies and elimination of fraud risk.
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 to do so.
- Transact all purchases and receive and process all accepted forms of payment, including cash, bank cards, vouchers, and coupons.
- Process all loyalty cards, including accelerator partner cards.
- Ensure cash is placed in the drop safe according to Dis-Chem SOPs.
- Ensure usage of your code and password is restricted to only you, kept safe, and changed regularly.
- Ensure all outgoing stock, items, and scripts are scanned and paid for.
- Ensure all money is kept safely and securely inside the till.
- Handle daily takings confidentially and only discuss them 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.
Requirements
Essential
- Grade 12 / Matric.
- A minimum of 6 months cashier or till operations experience.
- Computer literate in MS Office.
- Sound numerical skills.
- Strong command of the English language.
- Basic customer service skills.
- Willing and able to work retail hours.
Skills
- Cashier and till operations
- Customer service
- Transaction processing
- Numerical skills
- MS Office literacy
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Accuracy
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Report analysis
- Refund and payment processing
- Cash handling
- Fraud risk awareness
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.
- Ability to 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 residence in close proximity to the store.
- South African citizen.
- Clear credit and criminal records.
Remuneration and Benefits
Additional Information
- Division: Retail
- Minimum experience: Entry Level
- Company primary industry: Retail
- Job functional area: Other
- Posted date: 08 April 2026
- Closing date: 20 April 2026
Important Note
This vacancy is intended to build a talent pool for future opportunities within Dis-Chem Pharmacies. Being included in the talent pool does not guarantee employment, but it may increase a candidate’s chances of being considered when a suitable position becomes available.
