Dis-Chem – Casual Cashier

Retail cashier work in a pharmacy environment is usually about more than just taking payment at the till. This Casual Cashier – Liberty Promenade opportunity at Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited in Cape Town, Western Cape is aimed at someone who can process transactions accurately, follow strict cash-handling procedures, and help deliver a smooth customer experience in a busy retail store.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This is a cashier role at Dis-Chem’s Liberty Promenade store focused on point-of-sale customer service while helping maintain a world-class shopping experience. The position includes recording transactions on the company operating system, processing payments accurately, handling authorised returns and exchanges, 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 the day.

Who this opportunity may suit

• Someone with cashier or till experience who wants retail work in a pharmacy store environment
• An applicant who is comfortable with customer-facing work and payment processing
• A person who is accurate with numbers and alert to fraud or scanning mistakes
• Someone willing to work retail hours and manage 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, and store security procedures in a busy pharmacy retail environment.

• Support customer service at point of sale
• Establish 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
• 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 returned goods when authorised
• Process purchases and payments including cash, bank cards, vouchers, and coupons
• Process loyalty cards including accelerator partner cards
• Ensure cash is placed in the drop safe according to SOPs
• Keep your code and password secure and changed regularly
• Ensure all outgoing stock, items, or scripts are scanned and paid for
• Handle daily takings confidentially
• Recognise and report suspicious behaviour
• 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
• 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

Remuneration and benefits

• Market-related salary

Skills, competencies and personal attributes

• In-depth knowledge of operating cash registers and maintaining cash drawers
• Knowledge of processing sales, refunds, and payments
• Strong command of English, written and oral
• 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 Group Holdings Limited is a South African-based retail healthcare group. On its official overview page, the group says it operates in the food and drug retail sector, with a primary focus on pharmaceutical products, health and beauty products, and complementary wellness services, supported by a nationwide retail pharmacy network and centralised distribution infrastructure. Visit the Dis-Chem Group website and the Dis-Chem 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 loyalty systems, mention that clearly
• Show that you are comfortable with cash handling and retail procedures
• Use your CV to highlight accuracy, honesty, and attention to detail
• If you live close to Liberty Promenade 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 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 – Liberty Promenade and confirmed the title, Cape Town location, contract status, posted and closing dates, duties, requirements, special conditions, remuneration note, and 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 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 8 May 2026.
6. If you are not contacted within two weeks after the closing date, the listing says you should consider your application unsuccessful.