Dis-Chem – Casual Cashier

Applicants with cashier, till operations, or retail customer-service experience may find these Casual Cashier opportunities at Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited a practical way to be considered for future store-based vacancies. The roles are part-time and linked to Dis-Chem’s talent pool, meaning suitable applicants may be pre-screened for possible opportunities when matching positions become available.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking for Casual Cashiers for its Middelburg and Waterfall store talent pools. The purpose of the talent pool is to identify and pre-screen applicants who may be suitable for future cashier opportunities within Dis-Chem Pharmacies.

The cashier role focuses on point-of-sale customer service, accurate transaction processing, cash handling, and following Dis-Chem’s standard operating procedures. Applicants should understand that joining the talent pool does not guarantee employment, but it may improve their chance of being considered when a suitable vacancy becomes available.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit applicants who have previous cashier or till experience and are comfortable working in a busy retail environment. It is best suited to people who are accurate, trustworthy, customer-focused, and able to work retail hours.

What you’ll do / learn

• Support customer service at the point of sale.
• Process customer transactions using Dis-Chem’s operating system.
• Receive and process payments, including cash, cards, vouchers, coupons, and other accepted payment methods.
• Handle loyalty cards and partner rewards programmes.
• Ensure items are scanned and paid for correctly.
• Keep cash safe and follow till security procedures.
• Report customer complaints and compliments to the relevant supervisor or store management.
• Stay aware of current promotions and store procedures.
• Assist with authorised returns or exchanges.
• Identify and report suspicious behaviour to management.
• Follow Dis-Chem’s customer service, security, and operational policies.

Note: This is a talent-pool opportunity. Being added to the talent pool does not guarantee employment, but it may allow Dis-Chem to consider your profile when a suitable position becomes available.

Eligibility requirements

Applicant requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Minimum of 6 months’ cashier or till operations experience.
• Computer literacy, including MS Office.
• Sound numerical skills.
• Strong command of the English language.
• Basic customer service skills.
• Willingness and ability to work retail hours.
• South African citizenship.
• Clear credit and criminal records.
• Reliable transport or residence close to the store.

Abilities and competencies required:

• Knowledge of cash registers and maintaining cash drawers.
• Knowledge of processing sales, refunds, and payments.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Presentable and professional approach.
• Emotional intelligence and social awareness.
• Accountability and honesty.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Time management.
• Ability to analyse basic reports.
• A third additional language will be advantageous.

What this role really means

A cashier role is not only about operating a till. In a pharmacy retail environment, accuracy is important because every transaction must be recorded correctly, payments must be handled securely, and customers must receive professional service. Applicants should show that they can work carefully under pressure, follow procedures, and remain alert to possible errors or suspicious activity.

For your CV, make sure any till, cashier, retail, customer service, cash handling, or POS system experience is clearly listed. Even short-term or casual experience can be useful if it shows that you handled money, assisted customers, processed sales, or worked in a busy store environment.

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV.
• Certified copy of your South African ID.
• Matric certificate / statement of results.
• Details of cashier, till, POS, or retail experience on your CV.
• Clear contact details, including phone number and email address.
• Any supporting certificates related to customer service or retail, if available.

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About the sponsor

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is a South African retail pharmacy group that offers pharmacy, healthcare, personal care, beauty, baby, nutrition, and related retail products through its store network and online platforms. The group also operates in the broader healthcare and retail pharmacy sector, with store-based roles supporting customer service, sales, and daily retail operations.Visit the Dis-chem website for more information https://www.dischem.co.za/

Quick tips for applicants

• Highlight cashier or till experience near the top of your CV.
• Mention any POS, cash handling, refunds, customer service, or loyalty-card experience.
• Keep your CV short, clear, and focused on retail/customer-facing work.
• Use the correct official application link for the location you want.
• Apply early, especially for the Waterfall listing, which closes sooner.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Submitting a CV that does not clearly show cashier or retail experience.
• Leaving out contact details or using an email address that is not checked regularly.
• Applying without checking the correct location and closing date.
• Not showing Matric / Grade 12 clearly on the CV.
• Using an outdated CV with missing work dates or unclear job duties.

Scam warning (important)

Applicants should only apply through the official SimplifyHR vacancy links. Do not pay anyone for a job application, interview, background check, or placement. Dis-Chem’s official listing does not state that applicants must pay any fee to apply.

How this opportunity was verified

This post was compiled from the official Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited vacancy listings on SimplifyHR. The listings confirmed the employer, job title, locations, employment type, posted date, closing dates, minimum requirements, duties, remuneration note, talent-pool note, and official application routes.

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How to apply

1. Choose the location you want to apply for below.
2. Open the official Dis-Chem / SimplifyHR application link.
3. Read the full vacancy details and confirm that you meet the requirements.
4. Prepare your updated CV and supporting documents.
5. Submit your application through the official online application page.
6. Keep proof or confirmation of your application where possible.

Application Closing Date

Waterfall / Midrand, Gauteng: 09 June 2026.

Middelburg, Mpumalanga: 15 June 2026.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early because online vacancies may close once enough applications have been received.

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