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Cashier Job Description Template | Sample

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Updated September 23, 2024

A cashier is a worker responsible for handling and recording transactions on behalf of a business. Cashiers are typically public-facing employees but can also be internal and may deal with sales in which payment is made at the time of purchase or with those made by entities holding credit accounts.

Salary (Median Pay)

For cashiers.[1]

  • Salary: $25,020/yr
  • Hourly Rate: $12.03/hr

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Use a cash register and/or point-of-sales (POS) system;
  • Interact with customers;
  • Verify pricing for items or services;
  • Process refunds when necessary;
  • Wrap or package sold items;
  • Apply discounts when called for;
  • Keep counter or sales area clear; and
  • Maintain record of sales.

Qualifications

  • Good understanding of computation/arithmetic;
  • Friendly disposition;
  • Knowledge of business inventory;
  • Ability to stand for prolonged periods;
  • Computer skills for POS systems; and
  • Attention to detail.

Sources

  1. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)