Cashier – Gateway – Dis-Chem Pharmacies
Job Details
- Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
- Position: Cashier – Gateway
- Location: Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Industry: FMCG / Retail
- Job Level: Entry Level
- Functional Area: Sales
- Posted: 18 February 2026
- Closing Date: 7 October 2026
- Salary: Market-related
- Benefits: Medical aid, provident fund and staff account
Job Overview
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking for an experienced Cashier to join its Gateway store in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal. This is a permanent entry-level retail opportunity for a customer-focused individual with at least 6 months of cashier or till-operation experience.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing efficient customer service at the point of sale while ensuring that customers receive a professional and positive shopping experience. The role requires accurate processing of transactions through the Dis-Chem operating system and strict adherence to company policies and standard operating procedures.
Cashiers will handle various forms of payment, including cash, bank cards, vouchers and coupons, while also processing loyalty cards and authorised merchandise returns or exchanges. Accuracy and attention to detail are particularly important because the position involves managing cash, processing payments and reducing the risk of errors or fraud.
The role also involves staying informed about current promotions, assisting customers with merchandise queries, reporting complaints or compliments and following Dis-Chem’s customer-service and security procedures.
Applicants must be willing and able to work retail hours and should have reliable transport and/or live within reasonable proximity to the Gateway store.
Key Responsibilities
The Cashier will be responsible for:
- Processing customer purchases accurately and efficiently.
- Receiving payments through cash, cards, vouchers, coupons and other accepted payment methods.
- Processing Dis-Chem loyalty cards and partner loyalty programmes.
- Managing cash flow and ensuring money is kept securely in the till.
- Placing cash into the drop safe according to company procedures.
- Processing authorised refunds and merchandise exchanges.
- Ensuring line voids and price changes are approved by the relevant supervisor.
- Scanning and processing all outgoing stock, items and scripts.
- Providing professional customer service at the point of sale.
- Establishing positive relationships with customers.
- Assisting with customer merchandise queries.
- Keeping informed about current sales and promotions.
- Reporting customer complaints and compliments to management.
- Identifying and reporting suspicious behaviour or potential security risks.
- Following Dis-Chem’s customer-service, security and operational procedures.
- Protecting personal till codes and passwords.
- Handling daily takings confidentially and responsibly.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 / Matric.
- At least 6 months’ cashier or till-operation experience.
- Computer literacy, including MS Office.
- Sound numerical skills.
- Strong written and spoken English.
- Basic customer-service skills.
- Willingness and ability to work retail hours.
- South African citizenship.
- Clear credit and criminal records.
- Reliable transport and/or residence reasonably close to the store.
Skills and Competencies
Dis-Chem is looking for someone who has strong knowledge of operating cash registers and maintaining cash drawers. Candidates should understand how to process sales, refunds and different forms of payment accurately.
Important personal and workplace competencies include:
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Accountability and honesty.
- Trustworthiness.
- Strong time-management skills.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Emotional intelligence and social awareness.
- Professional presentation.
- Ability to analyse basic reports.
- Strong communication skills.
An additional third language would be advantageous.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a reliable and customer-focused retail professional who is comfortable working with cash, operating tills and interacting with customers throughout the day. They should be accurate, trustworthy and able to remain professional in a busy retail environment.
Applicants should also be comfortable following strict procedures relating to cash handling, security, payments and customer service. Flexibility to work retail hours is essential.
Employment Details & Benefits
This is a permanent position at Dis-Chem’s Gateway store in Umhlanga.
Remuneration and benefits include:
- Market-related salary.
- Medical aid.
- Provident fund.
- Staff account.
Dis-Chem is an equal-opportunity employer and supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
How to Apply
Position: Cashier – Gateway
Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Location: Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
Employment Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 7 October 2026
Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you have not been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.