Job Description
Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is inviting applications for the Casual Cashier - Fourways Mall opportunity based in Sandton, Gauteng.
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, coupons, and other payment methods accepted by Dis-Chem.
- Process all loyalty cards including those of accelerator partners.
- Ensure cash is placed in the drop safe according to Dis-Chem’s 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
- 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
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: Sales
- Closing date: 06 May 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.
