Dis-Chem – Casual Cashier

Some retail cashier roles are far more demanding than simply taking payment at the till. This Casual Cashier – Waverley opportunity at Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited in Pretoria, Gauteng is better suited to someone who can work accurately with money, help create a smooth customer experience, and follow strict procedures around cash handling, fraud prevention, and point-of-sale service.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This is a cashier role at Dis-Chem’s Waverley store focused on customer service at point of sale while helping maintain a smooth shopping experience. The position includes recording customer transactions on the company operating system, processing payments accurately, handling refunds and exchanges where authorised, and following company procedures aimed at reducing 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 work carefully under pressure, follow retail security rules, manage cash responsibly, and deal professionally with customers throughout a busy trading day.

Who this opportunity may suit

• Someone with at least some till or cashier experience who wants a retail role in a pharmacy store environment
• An applicant who is comfortable working with customers, payments, and store procedures
• A person who is accurate with numbers and alert to fraud or scanning mistakes
• Someone willing to work retail hours and manage a fast customer flow at point of sale

What you’ll do / learn

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

• Support Dis-Chem’s customer service processes at point of sale
• Build a professional relationship with customers
• Report customer complaints and compliments to the Frontline Supervisor or store management
• Adhere to the customer turnover hourly rate
• Stay aware of current sales and promotions
• Help ensure colleagues and customers are not exposed to risk
• Carry out Dis-Chem’s 5-star communication principles
• Be responsible for cash flow
• Ensure line voids and price changes are approved and signed off by a supervisor
• Exchange merchandise and accept returns when authorised
• Process purchases and payments including cash, bank cards, vouchers, and coupons
• Process loyalty cards and accelerator partner cards
• Place cash in the drop safe according to company SOPs
• Keep your code and password secure and changed regularly
• Ensure outgoing stock or scripts are scanned and paid for
• Handle daily takings confidentially
• Recognise and report suspicious behaviour
• Address customer queries about merchandise
• Follow Dis-Chem’s security policies and procedures

Eligibility requirements

Check the requirements below before applying.

Essential requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric
• A minimum of 6 months cashier or till operations experience
• Computer literate in MS Office
• Sound numerical skills
• Strong command of the English language
• Basic customer service ability
• 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 in close proximity to the store
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

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
• Attention to detail
• Presentable
• Emotional intelligence
• Social awareness
• Accountability
• Problem-solving
• Ability to analyse basic reports
• Trustworthy and honest
• Time management

What this role really means

A cashier role like this usually means being trusted with both customer experience and money control at the same time. In practice, that can include managing queues efficiently, processing different forms of payment correctly, noticing suspicious behaviour, handling returns properly, and following store procedures so that errors and losses are kept to a minimum. If you are applying, it helps to show that you are accurate, calm under pressure, and dependable with cash and customer interactions.

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

Need help with CVs, certified copies, and application tips? Use our Resources & Guides Hub.

About the sponsor

Dis-Chem is a South African pharmacy and retail group operating stores focused on health, wellness, personal care, and related retail categories. On its official company pages, Dis-Chem says it provides pharmacy and retail services alongside broader healthcare offerings such as clinics and health-related products and 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 so it is easy to find
• If you have worked with refunds, card payments, vouchers, or customer queries, mention that clearly
• Show that you are comfortable with retail hours and high customer turnover
• Use your CV to highlight accuracy, honesty, and attention to detail
• If you live close to the store or have reliable transport, make that easy to spot

Mistakes to avoid

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

Scam warning (important)

Do not pay any fee to apply for this role. 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 Cashier – Waverley and confirmed the title, Pretoria location, permanent status, posted and closing dates, minimum requirements, duties, special conditions, benefits, and unsuccessful-application 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 and profile fit the role.
3. Prepare your CV and supporting documents.
4. Complete your application through the official Simplify HR platform.
5. Submit your application before 21 April 2026.
6. If you are not contacted within two weeks after the closing date, the vacancy notes say you should consider your application unsuccessful.