Casual Cashier – Dis-Chem Pharmacies (Pavilion)
Recruiter: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Position: Casual Cashier
Division: Retail
Location: Pavilion Shopping Centre, Westville, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Employment Type: Part-Time (Casual)
Industry: FMCG / Retail
Experience Level: Entry Level
Closing Date: 15 July 2026
Job Overview
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is currently recruiting an experienced Casual Cashier for its Pavilion Shopping Centre store in Westville, KwaZulu-Natal. This part-time opportunity is ideal for candidates with cashier or till operating experience who enjoy working with customers and delivering excellent service in a busy retail environment.
As one of South Africa’s leading pharmacy and retail groups, Dis-Chem is committed to providing customers with a world-class shopping experience. The Casual Cashier plays an important role in ensuring customers receive friendly, professional, and efficient service while processing purchases accurately and maintaining high standards of honesty, accountability, and customer care.
The successful candidate will be responsible for operating the point-of-sale (POS) system, processing customer transactions, handling cash securely, and assisting customers with payments, refunds, exchanges, and loyalty programme transactions. Accuracy is essential, as Dis-Chem maintains a zero-tolerance approach to fraud, cash shortages, and transaction errors.
Cashiers are expected to build positive relationships with customers by providing professional service, answering questions about products and promotions, and ensuring every customer enjoys a smooth checkout experience. You will also assist in promoting current sales, loyalty programmes, and partner reward systems while maintaining the company’s five-star communication standards.
Daily responsibilities include processing cash, card, voucher, coupon, and other approved payment methods while ensuring every item leaving the store has been correctly scanned and paid for. Cashiers are also responsible for managing their allocated cash drawers, ensuring all cash is safely secured, and following strict company procedures regarding cash drops, password security, and transaction approvals.
The role requires individuals who are observant and committed to maintaining a safe retail environment. You should be able to recognise suspicious behaviour, report security concerns promptly, and follow all company security policies to help minimise fraud and stock losses.
Successful candidates will also process loyalty card transactions for various rewards programmes, including those offered through Discovery Health, Momentum Multiply, Medihelp, Legacy Lifestyle, ABSA Rewards, eBucks, and other accelerator partners. Good communication skills and confidence in assisting customers with these programmes will be beneficial.
This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in retail, can remain calm under pressure, and are comfortable working flexible retail hours, including weekends, public holidays, and busy shopping periods. Candidates should demonstrate professionalism, honesty, attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills at all times.
If you have previous cashier experience and are looking for a flexible part-time opportunity with one of South Africa’s most recognised retail brands, this role offers an excellent opportunity to further your retail career while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic customer-focused environment.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Essential Qualifications
- Grade 12 (Matric).
Experience
- Minimum of 6 months’ experience as a cashier or till operator.
Additional Requirements
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office).
- Good numerical skills.
- Strong command of the English language.
- Basic customer service skills.
- Willing and able to work retail hours.
Key Responsibilities
As a Casual Cashier, your responsibilities will include:
- Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system accurately.
- Process customer purchases efficiently.
- Receive and process cash, card, voucher, and other approved payments.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Promote current sales and promotions.
- Process customer loyalty and rewards programme transactions.
- Handle customer exchanges and authorised returns.
- Maintain accurate cash handling procedures.
- Secure cash according to company policies.
- Obtain supervisor approval for price changes and line voids.
- Report customer compliments and complaints.
- Ensure all merchandise is correctly scanned before leaving the store.
- Monitor for suspicious activity and report concerns.
- Follow all company security procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding daily cash takings.
Skills and Competencies
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Strong cash handling ability.
- Good numerical skills.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good communication skills.
- Professional appearance.
- Emotional intelligence.
- Honesty and integrity.
- Accountability.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Good time management.
- Ability to analyse basic reports.
- Trustworthiness.
Advantageous
- Ability to speak a third South African language.
Special Requirements
Applicants should:
- Be willing to work retail hours, including weekends and public holidays.
- Have reliable transport or live close to Pavilion Shopping Centre.
- Be a South African citizen.
- Have clear criminal and credit records.
Salary and Benefits
- Market-related remuneration.
- Opportunity to gain experience with one of South Africa’s leading pharmacy and retail groups.
- Exposure to a fast-paced retail environment.
- Flexible part-time employment.
- Opportunity to strengthen customer service, cashier, and retail skills.
Why Join Dis-Chem?
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is one of South Africa’s most trusted retail and healthcare brands, offering employees the opportunity to work in a professional, customer-focused environment. As a Casual Cashier, you will gain valuable retail experience while developing customer service, cash handling, and point-of-sale skills within a company that values honesty, teamwork, and service excellence. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to grow their careers in retail while working flexible hours in a dynamic shopping environment.
Closing Date: 15 July 2026
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