Dis-Chem – Casual Cashiers

In a busy pharmacy retail store, cashier work is as much about control and customer experience as it is about taking payments. This Casual Cashiers – Beacon Bay opportunity at Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited in East London, Eastern Cape is aimed at experienced cashiers who can work accurately, manage till procedures, and support a smooth point-of-sale experience in a fast-moving store environment.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This is a permanent cashier role for Dis-Chem’s Beacon Bay store. The position focuses on point-of-sale customer service, accurate transaction processing, cash control, and following company procedures designed to reduce inaccuracies and fraud risk.

Note: This is not only about scanning items and giving change. A role like this is better suited to someone who can handle customer flow, follow strict till procedures, work carefully with money, and keep service standards high throughout the day.

Who this opportunity may suit

• Someone with cashier or till experience who wants a permanent retail role
• An applicant comfortable with customer-facing work and payment processing
• A person who is accurate with numbers and alert to cash-handling risks
• Someone willing to work retail hours in a busy store environment

What you’ll do / learn

You’ll gain practical exposure to point-of-sale operations, retail cash handling, customer service, and store security procedures in a permanent retail environment.

• Support customer service at point of sale
• Record transactions on the Dis-Chem operating system
• Process payments, refunds, and returns where authorised
• Handle loyalty cards and approved partner cards
• Monitor cash flow and follow drop-safe procedures
• Help reduce fraud and inaccuracies through correct till procedures
• Address customer queries regarding merchandise
• Follow Dis-Chem’s security policies and procedures

Eligibility requirements

Check the requirements below before applying.

Essential requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Minimum of 6 months cashier / till operations experience
• Computer literate in MS Office
• Sound numerical skills
• Strong command of the English language
• Basic customer service skills
• Willing and able to work retail hours

Advantageous

• Third additional language

Special conditions of employment

• Willing and able to work retail hours
• Reliable transport and/or residence close to the store
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and benefits

• Market-related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

Skills, competencies and personal attributes

• Knowledge of operating cash registers and maintaining cash drawers
• Knowledge of processing sales, refunds, and payments
• Strong written and spoken English
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Presentable
• Emotional intelligence and social awareness
• Accountability
• Problem-solving
• Ability to analyse basic reports
• Trustworthy and honest
• Time management

What this role really means

A permanent cashier role like this usually means being trusted to manage both customer service and cash control consistently over time. In practice, that can include processing a high number of transactions accurately, handling returns properly, spotting suspicious behaviour, and keeping service steady during busy retail hours.

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Matric certificate
• Clear contact details (phone + email)
• Any supporting cashier, till, retail, or customer service experience clearly shown on your CV
• Any additional documents requested on the application portal

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About the sponsor

Dis-Chem is a South African retail healthcare and pharmacy group that sells pharmaceutical, health, beauty, and wellness products and services through its store network. Its official company pages describe the group as a retail healthcare business focused on pharmacy, health, and complementary wellness services. Visit the Dis-Chem website or the Dis-Chem Group website for more information.

Quick tips for this application

• Put your cashier or till experience near the top of your CV
• Show that you are comfortable with cash handling and retail procedures
• Mention refunds, card payments, vouchers, or loyalty systems if you have worked with them
• Highlight accuracy, honesty, and customer service
• If you live close to Beacon Bay or have reliable transport, make that easy to spot

Mistakes to avoid

• Submitting a generic CV that does not show cashier experience
• Leaving out your Matric details
• Not showing numerical ability or till experience clearly
• Ignoring the clear credit and criminal record requirement
• Uploading incomplete or unreadable documents
• Waiting too close to the closing date to apply

Scam warning (important)

Do not pay any fee to apply for this opportunity. Use only the official Dis-Chem / Simplify HR vacancy page linked below, and be cautious of anyone asking for money, banking details, or “processing fees” outside the formal application process.

How this opportunity was verified

We checked the live official vacancy for Casual Cashiers – Beacon Bay and confirmed the title, East London location, permanent status, closing date, benefits, duties, requirements, and the two-week feedback note before preparing this post.

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How to apply

1. Open the official vacancy page using the button below.
2. Read the requirements carefully and confirm that your experience fits the role.
3. Prepare your CV and supporting documents.
4. Complete your application through the official Simplify HR platform.
5. Submit your application before 29 April 2026.
6. If you are not contacted within two weeks after the closing date, the listing says you should consider your application unsuccessful.