Dis-Chem – Casual Cashier

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is recruiting experienced Casual Cashiers for its Krugersdorp and Chatsworth stores. These part-time opportunities are suited to applicants with Matric, cashier or till operations experience, basic customer service skills and the ability to work accurately with customer transactions, cash handling, loyalty cards, refunds and point-of-sale processes in a busy retail environment.

At a glance

Available Casual Cashier listings

What this opportunity is

These Casual Cashier roles are customer-facing retail positions at Dis-Chem stores. The successful applicants will support point-of-sale customer service while ensuring that transactions are processed accurately according to Dis-Chem’s operating procedures.

The role requires accuracy, honesty, attention to detail and confidence when handling cash, card payments, vouchers, coupons, returns, loyalty cards and customer queries. Applicants should be comfortable working retail hours and interacting with customers throughout a shift.

Who this opportunity may suit

These roles may suit applicants who already have cashier or till experience and want part-time retail work in a pharmacy and FMCG retail environment.

• Applicants with Grade 12 / Matric.
• People with at least 6 months of cashier or till operations experience.
• Applicants with basic customer service skills.
• People with sound numerical ability.
• Applicants who are computer literate and familiar with MS Office.
• People who can work retail hours.
• Applicants who are trustworthy, accurate and comfortable handling money.

What you’ll do / learn

The successful applicants will support customer service and point-of-sale duties in-store.

• Adhere to Dis-Chem’s customer service policies and procedures.
• Build professional relationships with customers.
• Report customer complaints and compliments to the Frontline Supervisor or store management.
• Follow customer turnover hourly rate requirements.
• Stay aware of current sales and promotions.
• Help ensure colleagues and customers are not exposed to unnecessary risk.
• Apply Dis-Chem’s communication principles.
• Be responsible for cash flow at the till.
• Ensure line voids and price changes are approved and signed off by a supervisor.
• Exchange merchandise and accept authorised returns from customers.
• Process purchases and accepted forms of payment, including cash, bank cards, vouchers and coupons.
• Process loyalty cards and accelerator partner cards where applicable.
• Ensure cash is placed in the drop safe according to standard operating procedures.
• Keep till code and password secure.
• Ensure outgoing stock, items and scripts are scanned and paid for.
• Keep money safely and securely inside the till.
• Handle daily takings confidentially.
• Recognise and report suspicious behaviour to management.
• Address basic customer queries about store merchandise.
• Follow Dis-Chem security policies and procedures.

Note: These are part-time Casual Cashier opportunities. The official listings do not state that permanent employment is guaranteed.

Eligibility requirements

Essential requirements

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

Competencies required

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

Advantageous requirement

• A third additional language will be advantageous.

Special conditions of employment

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

Remuneration and benefits

The listings show a market-related salary. The Krugersdorp listing also mentions medical aid, provident fund and staff account benefits. Applicants should confirm benefits directly on the specific official listing before applying, as benefits may vary by role or store.

What cashier work at Dis-Chem really involves

Cashier work is not only about scanning products. In a Dis-Chem store, the cashier must process payments accurately, follow point-of-sale procedures, handle customer queries, manage returns where authorised, protect cash, process loyalty cards and report suspicious activity.

For this application, your CV should clearly show your cashier experience, till operation experience, customer service skills, numerical ability, computer literacy and honesty. If you have worked with cash, card payments, refunds, loyalty cards, vouchers, returns, retail customers or POS systems, include those details clearly.

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV.
• Certified copy of your South African ID, if requested during the application process.
• Grade 12 / Matric certificate or statement of results.
• Proof of cashier, till operations, retail or customer service experience, where available.
• Any retail, cashier, customer service, computer literacy or MS Office certificates, if available.
• Clear contact details, including phone number and email address.
• Make sure your CV clearly shows at least 6 months of cashier or till operations experience.
• Make sure your CV shows which store location you are applying for.

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About the sponsor

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is a South African retail pharmacy and healthcare group offering medication, health care, wellness, beauty, personal care and related retail products through store and online channels. The company operates in the pharmacy retail sector and serves customers through its retail stores, digital platforms and related health-focused services. More information is available on the official Dis-Chem website and the Dis-Chem Group website.

Quick tips for applicants

• Apply for the store location where you can realistically work and travel.
• Make your Matric qualification easy to find on your CV.
• Clearly show your cashier or till operations experience.
• Mention POS systems, cash handling, refunds, card payments, vouchers and loyalty cards if you have handled them before.
• Highlight customer service, numerical accuracy and trustworthiness.
• State your availability to work retail hours.
• Apply before the closing date for your chosen store.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Applying without Grade 12 / Matric.
• Submitting a CV that does not clearly show 6 months of cashier or till experience.
• Not mentioning cash handling, POS or payment processing experience.
• Not showing that you can work retail hours.
• Leaving out contact details or using an email address you do not check regularly.
• Using a generic CV that does not connect your background to cashier or customer service work.
• Applying late or missing the closing date for your chosen store.
• Applying through unofficial WhatsApp, Facebook or third-party links instead of the official Simplify HR page.

Scam warning

Applicants should only apply through the official Retail Simplify HR application pages. Do not pay anyone for a job application, interview, assessment, background check, uniform, medical check or placement. Real employers do not ask 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 pages for the Casual Cashier roles at Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited in Krugersdorp and Chatsworth. The listings confirm the employer, job titles, locations, part-time employment type, posted dates, closing dates, division, entry-level experience category, responsibilities, requirements, competencies, special conditions of employment and remuneration details.

The Krugersdorp listing closes on 29 May 2026, and the Chatsworth listing closes on 05 June 2026. Applicants should apply before the relevant closing date for the store they choose.

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How to apply

1. Choose the Dis-Chem store location where you want to apply.
2. Open the correct official Retail Simplify HR application link below.
3. Read the full Casual Cashier vacancy carefully.
4. Confirm that you meet the Matric, cashier experience, computer literacy, retail-hours and record-check requirements.
5. Prepare your updated CV and supporting documents.
6. Make sure your CV highlights cashier, till operations, customer service and cash handling experience.
7. Complete the online application through the official Simplify HR page.
8. Submit your application before the relevant closing date.
9. Keep proof of submission or any confirmation email you receive.

Application Closing Dates: Krugersdorp closes on 29 May 2026. Chatsworth closes on 05 June 2026.

Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you have not been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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