Dis-Chem Cashier: Musgrave
Job Details
Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Position: Cashier – Musgrave
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Employment Type: Permanent
Industry: FMCG / Retail
Department: Retail
Experience Level: Entry Level
Salary: Market-related
Benefits: Medical Aid, Provident Fund, Staff Account
Posted: 27 February 2026
Closing Date: 9 October 2026
Job Overview
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking for an experienced Cashier to join its Musgrave store in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This permanent position is suited to a customer-focused individual who is confident working with cash, processing transactions accurately, and providing professional service in a busy retail environment.
The Cashier will play an important role at the point of sale by ensuring customers receive a smooth, efficient, and positive shopping experience. The successful candidate will process purchases and different forms of payment using the Dis-Chem operating system while following company policies and standard operating procedures.
Accuracy, honesty, attention to detail, and accountability are essential because the role involves handling cash, processing refunds and payments, managing customer transactions, and protecting against errors and fraud risks. The Cashier will also need to remain alert to suspicious behaviour and follow all relevant security procedures.
Applicants must have Grade 12/Matric, at least 6 months of cashier or till operations experience, basic customer service skills, sound numerical ability, and computer literacy, including MS Office. Candidates must also be comfortable working retail hours and have a strong command of English.
Key Responsibilities
The Cashier will be responsible for:
- Providing professional and friendly customer service at the point of sale.
- Following Dis-Chem customer service policies and procedures.
- Building professional relationships with customers.
- Reporting customer complaints and compliments to the Frontline Supervisor or store management.
- Processing purchases accurately and efficiently.
- Receiving and processing cash, bank cards, vouchers, coupons, and other accepted forms of payment.
- Processing Dis-Chem loyalty cards and accelerator partner loyalty programmes.
- Maintaining accurate cash flow and ensuring money is kept safely inside the till.
- Placing cash into the drop safe according to Dis-Chem procedures.
- Ensuring line voids and price changes are properly approved and signed off.
- Processing authorised merchandise exchanges and returns.
- Ensuring all outgoing stock, items, and scripts are scanned and paid for.
- Keeping till codes and passwords secure and ensuring they are not shared with others.
- Handling daily takings confidentially and discussing them only with authorised management.
- Being alert to suspicious behaviour and reporting concerns to management.
- Responding to customer queries regarding store merchandise.
- Staying informed about current sales and promotions.
- Following all Dis-Chem security policies and procedures.
- Helping ensure customers and colleagues are not exposed to unnecessary risks.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 / Matric.
- At least 6 months’ cashier/till operations experience.
- Computer literacy, including MS Office.
- Sound numerical skills.
- Strong written and verbal English.
- Basic customer service skills.
- Willingness and ability to work retail hours.
- South African citizenship.
- Clear credit and criminal records.
- Reliable transport and/or the ability to reside close to the store.
Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of cash registers and maintaining cash drawers, as well as experience processing sales, refunds, and payments.
Important personal and workplace competencies include:
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Trustworthiness and honesty.
- Accountability.
- Good time management.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Emotional intelligence and social awareness.
- Professional presentation.
- Ability to analyse basic reports.
- Strong communication skills.
Knowledge of an additional third language will be advantageous.
Employment Details
This is a Permanent, Entry-Level Cashier position at Dis-Chem Musgrave in Durban. The salary is market-related, with benefits including medical aid, provident fund, and a staff account.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply for the Cashier – Musgrave position before the closing date.
Closing Date: 9 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.