CASUAL CASHIER – BALLITO LIFESTYLE
Dis-Chem Pharmacies | Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking for a Casual Cashier to join its Ballito Lifestyle store in Dolphin Coast/Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal. The successful candidate will support customer service at the point of sale while ensuring customers receive a professional and world-class shopping experience.
The Cashier will be responsible for accurately recording customer transactions on the Dis-Chem operating system while following company policies and standard operating procedures. The role requires strong numerical skills, attention to detail, honesty and the ability to work effectively in a busy retail environment.
JOB DETAILS
- Position: Casual Cashier – Ballito Lifestyle
- Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
- Division: Retail
- Industry: FMCG
- Job Type: Part-time
- Experience Level: Entry Level
- Location: Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal
- Posted: 3 September 2026
- Closing Date: 17 September 2026
- Salary: Market-related
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 / Matric
- Minimum 6 months’ cashier or till-operation experience
- Computer literacy, including MS Office
- Sound numerical skills
- Strong command of the English language
- Basic customer service skills
- Ability and willingness to work retail hours
An additional third language will be advantageous.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Following Dis-Chem customer service policies and procedures.
- Building and maintaining professional relationships with customers.
- Reporting customer complaints and compliments to the Frontline Supervisor or store management.
- Meeting the required customer turnover hourly rate.
- Staying informed about current sales, promotions and products.
- Ensuring customers and colleagues are not exposed to unnecessary risks.
- Applying Dis-Chem’s 5-star communication principles.
- Managing cash flow and maintaining accurate cash-handling procedures.
- Ensuring line voids and price changes are authorised and signed off by the supervisor.
- Processing authorised merchandise exchanges and returns.
- Processing purchases and receiving payments through cash, bank cards, vouchers, coupons and other approved payment methods.
- Processing customer loyalty cards and relevant accelerator partner programmes.
- Placing cash in the drop safe according to Dis-Chem standard operating procedures.
- Keeping your till code and password confidential and secure.
- Ensuring all outgoing stock, items and scripts are properly scanned and paid for.
- Keeping all money safely secured inside the till.
- Handling daily takings confidentially.
- Reporting suspicious behaviour to management.
- Assisting customers with queries regarding store merchandise.
- Following all Dis-Chem security policies and procedures.
KEY COMPETENCIES
Candidates should demonstrate:
- Good knowledge of operating cash registers and maintaining cash drawers.
- Knowledge of processing sales, refunds and payments.
- Strong written and verbal English communication.
- Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
- Professional and presentable appearance.
- Emotional intelligence and social awareness.
- Accountability and reliability.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Ability to analyse basic reports.
- Honesty and trustworthiness.
- Good time-management skills.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Applicants must:
- Be willing and able to work retail hours.
- Have reliable transport or live close to the Ballito Lifestyle store.
- Be a South African citizen.
- Have a clear credit record.
- Have a clear criminal record.
REMUNERATION
💰 Market-related salary
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal-opportunity employer. The company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. Dis-Chem also actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
APPLICATION SUMMARY
🛒 Position: Casual Cashier
🏢 Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies
📍 Location: Ballito Lifestyle, Ballito, KZN
💼 Type: Part-time
🎓 Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 / Matric
💼 Experience: 6 months cashier/till experience
📅 Closing Date: 17 September 2026
Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you have not been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
If you meet the requirements, apply before 17 September 2026.