Dis-Chem – Casual Cashier

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is hiring for a Casual Cashier – Musgrave position in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This part-time retail opportunity is suitable for applicants with Matric and at least 6 months of cashier or till operations experience who are comfortable working with customers, payments, loyalty cards, refunds, and store procedures in a busy pharmacy retail environment.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This Casual Cashier role forms part of Dis-Chem’s retail store operations at the Musgrave store. The successful applicant will support customers at the point of sale, process transactions accurately, and help ensure that customers receive a professional shopping experience.

The role is not only about scanning products and taking payments. It also requires accuracy, honesty, attention to detail, confidentiality when handling money, and the ability to follow company procedures around refunds, voids, stock scanning, loyalty cards, and fraud prevention.

Who this opportunity may suit

This role may suit applicants who already have basic cashier experience and want to work in a structured retail environment where customer service, till accuracy, and store procedures are important.

• Applicants with Matric and cashier or till experience.
• People who are comfortable working retail hours.
• Applicants who can work accurately with money and customer transactions.
• People who can remain calm, professional, and helpful when assisting customers.
• Applicants who live close to Musgrave or have reliable transport to the store.

What you’ll do / learn

• Assist customers at the point of sale.
• Record transactions on the Dis-Chem operating system.
• Receive and process payments, including cash, bank cards, vouchers, coupons, and other accepted payment methods.
• Process loyalty cards and partner reward programmes.
• Handle customer refunds and exchanges when authorised.
• Ensure line voids and price changes are approved by a supervisor.
• Keep cash safe and follow Dis-Chem cash-handling procedures.
• Report customer complaints and compliments to the relevant supervisor or store management.
• Stay aware of sales, promotions, and store procedures.
• Identify and report suspicious behaviour where necessary.
• Follow Dis-Chem’s customer service, security, and operational policies.

Note: This is a part-time casual position. The official listing does not state that the role guarantees permanent employment.

Eligibility requirements

Essential requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Minimum of 6 months’ cashier or till operations experience.
• Computer literacy, including MS Office.
• Sound numerical skills.
• Strong command of English.
• Basic customer service knowledge.
• Willingness and ability to work retail hours.

Advantageous requirement

• A third additional language.

Special conditions of employment

• Must be willing and able to work retail hours.
• Must have reliable transport and/or live close to the store.
• Must be a South African citizen.
• Must have a clear credit record.
• Must have a clear criminal record.

What this role really involves

A cashier role in a pharmacy retail environment requires more than basic till work. You may be dealing with high volumes of customers, different payment methods, loyalty cards, refunds, returns, and sensitive customer queries. Because the role involves money, stock, and transaction records, employers usually look for applicants who are accurate, trustworthy, alert, and able to follow instructions without shortcuts.

When applying, make sure your CV clearly shows any previous cashier, retail, customer service, till operation, or stock-handling experience. If you have worked with cash, card machines, refunds, receipts, or customer queries before, include those details clearly.

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

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

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About the sponsor

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is a South African retail pharmacy group that operates in the health, wellness, pharmacy, personal care, and related retail sectors. The group serves customers through its store network and online platforms, with products and services linked to pharmacy, healthcare, beauty, baby, and everyday wellness needs. More information about the group is available on the official Dis-Chem Group website.

Quick tips for applicants

• Highlight your cashier or till experience near the top of your CV.
• Mention the type of payments you have handled before, such as cash, cards, vouchers, or refunds.
• Show that you understand accuracy, honesty, and confidentiality when working with money.
• Include customer service experience, even if it was from a shop, restaurant, call centre, or temporary retail role.
• Make sure your location and transport availability are clear, especially because the listing refers to reliable transport or living close to the store.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Applying without the required 6 months of cashier or till operations experience.
• Submitting a CV that does not clearly show retail, cashier, or customer service duties.
• Leaving out contact details or using an email address you do not check regularly.
• Not mentioning Matric / Grade 12 on your CV.
• Applying late or waiting until the closing date.
• Ignoring the requirement to work retail hours.

Scam warning

Applicants should only apply through the official application link provided by Dis-Chem / Retail Simplify HR. Do not pay anyone for a job application, interview, background check, uniform, or placement. Real employers do not require applicants to pay money to be considered for a vacancy. If someone contacts you through WhatsApp or social media asking for payment, treat it as suspicious and verify the vacancy through the official careers portal.

How this opportunity was verified

This post was prepared using the official Retail Simplify HR vacancy page for the Casual Cashier – Musgrave role at Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited. The listing shows the employer, location, job type, posted date, closing date, minimum requirements, duties, and application button. The closing date was listed as 22 May 2026 at the time of verification.

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How to apply

1. Open the official application link below.
2. Read the full vacancy details carefully.
3. Check that you meet the Matric, experience, customer service, and retail-hour requirements.
4. Prepare your updated CV and supporting documents.
5. Complete the online application through the official Retail Simplify HR page.
6. Submit your application before the closing date.
7. Keep proof of submission or any confirmation email you receive.

Application Closing Date: 22 May 2026