Casual Cashier: Dis-Chem Midlands Mall
Job Details
Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Position: Casual Cashier
Location: Midlands Mall, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Employment Type: Part-Time / Casual
Division: Retail
Industry: FMCG
Functional Area: Sales
Experience Level: Entry-Level
Salary: Market-Related
Posted: 4 March 2026
Closing Date: 7 October 2026
Job Overview
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is seeking an experienced Casual Cashier to join its Midlands Mall store in Pietermaritzburg. The successful candidate will support customers at the point of sale while helping to deliver a professional and positive shopping experience.
The position involves operating the till accurately, processing different forms of payment, handling cash responsibly and following Dis-Chem’s policies and standard operating procedures. Cashiers will also assist customers with queries, process loyalty cards, handle authorised exchanges and returns, and remain aware of current promotions and merchandise.
Accuracy and honesty are especially important in this role. The successful candidate must follow strict cash-handling and security procedures, protect their till credentials and remain alert to potential fraud or suspicious activity. The position also requires someone who can work comfortably in a busy retail environment and maintain a professional attitude when dealing with customers and colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate the Dis-Chem point-of-sale system accurately and efficiently.
- Process customer purchases and receive payments by cash, bank card, vouchers, coupons and other approved payment methods.
- Maintain accurate cash drawers and ensure money is securely managed.
- Place cash into the drop safe according to Dis-Chem procedures.
- Process sales, refunds, exchanges and authorised returns.
- Ensure all line voids and price changes are approved and signed off by the relevant supervisor.
- Process Dis-Chem loyalty cards and participating accelerator partner cards.
- Ensure outgoing stock, items and scripts are correctly scanned and paid for.
- Keep till money secure and handle daily takings confidentially.
- Protect personal till codes and passwords and ensure they are not shared.
- Report customer complaints and compliments to the Frontline Supervisor or store management.
- Assist customers with merchandise-related queries.
- Stay informed about current sales and promotions.
- Maintain Dis-Chem’s customer service and communication standards.
- Identify and report suspicious behaviour or potential security risks.
- Follow all customer service, security, cash-handling and operational procedures.
- Help ensure customers and colleagues are not exposed to unnecessary risks.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric is essential.
- Minimum 6 months’ cashier or till operations experience.
- Computer literacy, including MS Office.
- Sound numerical skills.
- Strong command of English, both written and spoken.
- Basic customer service skills.
- Willingness and ability to work retail hours.
- South African citizenship.
- Clear credit and criminal records.
- Reliable transport and/or residence close to the store is required.
Skills and Competencies
Candidates should have in-depth knowledge of operating cash registers and maintaining cash drawers. Accuracy, attention to detail and accountability are essential when processing transactions and handling money.
The ideal candidate should also demonstrate:
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Strong time management.
- Basic report analysis ability.
- Emotional intelligence and social awareness.
- Trustworthiness and honesty.
- Professional and presentable appearance.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Ability to follow procedures consistently.
Knowledge of an additional third language will be advantageous.
Ideal Candidate
This opportunity is suited to a reliable, honest and customer-focused individual with previous cashier or till experience. The successful candidate should be comfortable working with cash, assisting customers and maintaining accuracy in a busy retail environment.
Applicants should be flexible enough to work retail hours and understand the importance of following security and cash-handling procedures.
Employment Details
Employment Type: Part-Time / Casual
Location: Midlands Mall, Pietermaritzburg
Salary: Market-Related
Experience: 6 months cashier/till experience
Closing Date: 7 October 2026
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application through the Dis-Chem recruitment process before the closing date. Ensure your CV clearly reflects your Matric qualification, cashier/till experience, customer service skills and relevant retail experience.
Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you have not been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.