Dis-Chem – Casual Cashier (Fixed-Term)

Cashier roles can help applicants build practical experience in point-of-sale operations, customer service, cash handling, loyalty card processing, returns, exchanges, store security and retail procedures. Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is recruiting a Casual Cashier on a fixed-term contract for its Northridge Mall store in Bloemfontein, Free State.

This is a contract opportunity within the Retail division and Operations functional area. The successful candidate will support customer service at point of sale while helping ensure a world-class shopping experience and accurate customer transactions on the Dis-Chem operating system.

Important: This vacancy is not advertised as a learnership, internship or YES youth opportunity. It is a fixed-term casual cashier role that requires Grade 12 / Matric, at least 6 months’ cashier or till operations experience, computer literacy and the ability to work retail hours.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This is a Casual Cashier fixed-term contract opportunity with Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited at Northridge Mall Bloemfontein.

The official advert states that Dis-Chem requires experienced Casual Cashiers for its store in Bloemfontein.

The purpose of the role is to support customer service at point of sale while ensuring a world-class shopping experience.

The successful candidate will record customer transactions on the Dis-Chem operating system according to company policies and standard operating procedures, with zero tolerance toward inaccuracies and elimination of fraud risk.

The official advert states that remuneration is a market-related salary. It does not state the exact salary amount, benefits, contract duration, exact working hours, shift pattern or number of available positions.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit an applicant with Grade 12 / Matric and at least 6 months of cashier or till operations experience who wants to work in a retail pharmacy store environment.

It may be suitable for someone who is accurate, trustworthy, customer-focused, numerically confident and comfortable working with cash, cards, vouchers, coupons, loyalty cards, refunds and returns.

The role may also suit applicants with experience as a cashier, till operator, retail assistant, front-shop assistant, customer service assistant, sales assistant or retail operations support worker.

Because the role is based at Northridge Mall Bloemfontein and requires retail-hours availability, applicants should consider whether they can travel reliably to the store and work retail schedules before applying.

What you will do and learn

The official vacancy lists the following duties and responsibilities:

Customer service and point-of-sale support

• Support customer service at point of sale.
• Adhere to Dis-Chem’s customer service policies and procedures.
• Establish professional relationships with customers.
• Report customer complaints and compliments to the Frontline Supervisor or store management.
• Carry out and manage Dis-Chem’s 5-star communication principles.
• Address queries regarding store merchandise.
• Maintain a professional and presentable customer-facing approach.

Transactions and payment processing

• Record customer transactions on the Dis-Chem operating system.
• Transact all customer purchases.
• Receive and process payments, including cash, bank cards, vouchers, coupons and other accepted payment forms.
• Process sales, refunds and payments accurately.
• Exchange merchandise for customers when authorised to do so.
• Accept returned goods from customers when authorised to do so.
• Ensure line voids and price changes are approved and signed off by the supervisor.

Cash control and fraud-risk prevention

• Be responsible for cash flow.
• Ensure all money is kept safely and securely inside the till.
• Ensure cash is placed in the drop safe according to Dis-Chem’s standard operating procedures.
• Handle daily takings confidentially.
• Discuss daily takings only with management.
• Work with zero tolerance toward inaccuracies.
• Support the elimination of fraud risk.
• Ensure that your code and password are restricted to you only, kept safe and changed regularly.

Loyalty cards, promotions and stock scanning

• Be aware of current sales and promotions.
• Process all loyalty cards.
• Process loyalty cards linked to accelerator partners, including Discovery Health Care, Medihelp Lifestage, Momentum Multiply, Legacy Lifestyle, ABSA Rewards and eBucks.
• Ensure all outgoing stock, items and scripts are scanned and paid for.
• Support the customer turnover hourly rate.
• Follow store and cashier procedures linked to promotions and transactions.

Security, risk and store procedures

• Ensure colleagues and customers are not exposed to risk.
• Be alert and recognise suspicious behaviour.
• Report suspicious behaviour to management.
• Adhere to Dis-Chem’s security policies and procedures.
• Follow company policies and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain accountability and confidentiality in daily cashier duties.

Important: The duties above are based on the official vacancy. Dis-Chem may allocate additional reasonable cashier, point-of-sale, customer service, refunds, returns, loyalty card, security, promotion, till-control or store operations duties according to operational requirements.

Eligibility requirements

Applicant requirements

• Must have Grade 12 / Matric.
• Must have a minimum of 6 months’ cashier / till operations experience.
• Must be computer literate in MS Office.
• Must have sound numerical skills.
• Must have a strong command of the English language.
• Must have basic customer service ability.
• Must be willing and able to work retail hours.
• Should have in-depth knowledge of operating cash registers and maintaining cash drawers.
• Should know how to process sales, refunds and payments.
• Should have strong written and oral English communication skills.
• Should be accurate and detail-focused.
• Should be presentable.
• Should have emotional intelligence and social awareness.
• Should be accountable, trustworthy and honest.
• Should have problem-solving ability.
• Should be able to analyse basic reports.
• Should have good time management.
• A third additional language is advantageous.
• Must have reliable transport and/or reside close to the store.
• Must be a South African citizen.
• Must have clear credit and criminal records.
• Must provide complete, accurate and truthful information during the recruitment process.

Grade 12 / Matric requirement explained

The official advert requires Grade 12 / Matric.

Applicants should state their Matric qualification clearly on the CV and should be prepared to upload proof if requested through the official Dis-Chem Simplify application platform.

Applicants should make sure that qualification details and dates are accurate and truthful.

Cashier experience requirement explained

The official advert requires a minimum of 6 months’ cashier or till operations experience.

Applicants should clearly show cashier experience on their CV. Useful examples may include operating tills, processing cash payments, card payments, vouchers, coupons, refunds, returns, exchanges, loyalty cards, cash drawer control, drop safe procedures and customer service at point of sale.

Applicants should not assume that this is a no-experience role. The official advert specifically requires cashier or till operations experience.

Computer, numerical and language requirements explained

The official advert requires MS Office computer literacy, sound numerical skills and a strong command of English.

Applicants should clearly show computer skills, basic reporting ability, till-system exposure and numerical accuracy on the CV where applicable.

Applicants should also show customer-facing communication experience, especially where they handled customer queries, complaints, compliments, payments, refunds or returns.

Retail-hours, transport and location requirements explained

The official advert requires applicants to be willing and able to work retail hours.

The advert also states that applicants must have reliable transport and/or reside in close proximity to the store.

Applicants should consider whether they can work retail schedules, including weekends, public holidays, early shifts, late shifts or busy trading periods depending on store requirements.

Applicants should also consider reliable transport to and from Northridge Mall Bloemfontein before applying.

Credit, criminal record and citizenship requirements explained

The official advert states that applicants must be South African citizens and must have clear credit and criminal records.

Applicants should answer all screening and background-check questions honestly during the official application process.

Incorrect or misleading information may affect the application if checks are completed later in the recruitment process.

Competencies listed in the advert

The official advert lists the following essential competencies:

• 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 appearance and conduct.
• Emotional intelligence.
• Social awareness.
• Accountability.
• Problem-solving.
• Ability to analyse basic reports.
• Trustworthiness and honesty.
• Time management.

Skills and personal attributes that may help

• Customer service mindset.
• Confidence when working at point of sale.
• Accuracy when processing cash, card, voucher and coupon payments.
• Attention to detail when handling refunds, returns and exchanges.
• Honesty and confidentiality when handling cash and daily takings.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures.
• Awareness of fraud risk and suspicious behaviour.
• Professional communication with customers and supervisors.
• Ability to work under retail pressure.
• Reliability during retail hours, weekends and busy trading periods.
• Time management and accountability.
• Computer literacy and willingness to work with store systems.

What this opportunity really means

This is a practical cashier and customer service role in a Dis-Chem retail pharmacy store environment.

The successful candidate should expect customer-facing work, till operations, payment processing, refunds, returns, loyalty cards, cash control, safe cash handling, customer queries, security awareness and strict compliance with company procedures.

The role is marked as entry-level, but it still requires Grade 12 / Matric, at least 6 months’ cashier or till operations experience, computer literacy, numerical skills and retail-hours availability.

Because the role involves cash, customer transactions and fraud-risk prevention, applicants should be comfortable working accurately, responsibly and confidentially.

Applicants should confirm contract duration, exact salary, shift schedule, working hours, store expectations, benefits and any additional employment conditions directly with Dis-Chem if shortlisted.

Application checklist

Prepare the following information and documents before applying:

• Updated CV.
• Clear copy of your South African ID or valid identity document, if requested.
• Proof of Grade 12 / Matric, if requested.
• Details of at least 6 months’ cashier or till operations experience.
• Examples of operating cash registers and maintaining cash drawers.
• Examples of processing cash, bank cards, vouchers, coupons and other accepted payments.
• Examples of processing refunds, returns, exchanges or loyalty cards, if applicable.
• Examples of customer service or point-of-sale support.
• Examples of MS Office computer literacy.
• Information showing numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Information showing reliable transport or close proximity to Northridge Mall Bloemfontein.
• Correct employment dates and previous employer details.
• Reliable cellphone number and professional email address.
• Any supporting documents requested through the official Dis-Chem Simplify application platform.

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Important note for applicants

This is a fixed-term Casual Cashier contract opportunity. It is not advertised as a learnership, internship or YES youth programme.

The official advert requires Grade 12 / Matric, at least 6 months’ cashier or till operations experience, MS Office computer literacy, sound numerical skills, strong English communication and basic customer service.

The official advert states that applicants must be willing and able to work retail hours, must have reliable transport and/or reside close to the store, must be South African citizens, and must have clear credit and criminal records.

The official advert states that remuneration is a market-related salary. It does not state the exact salary amount, benefits, contract duration, exact working hours, shift pattern or number of available positions.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity and Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.

About the sponsor

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is a South African retail pharmacy group that offers pharmacy, health, wellness, beauty, personal care and related retail products and services.

Dis-Chem Group’s official overview describes its core business as operating a nationwide network of retail pharmacy stores, supported by centralised distribution and wholesale infrastructure.

The group aims to provide customers with accessible, affordable and trusted healthcare solutions while maintaining operational efficiency and consistency across its store network.

This vacancy is based within Dis-Chem’s retail store environment at Northridge Mall Bloemfontein in the Free State.

Learn more through the official Dis-Chem website

Quick tips for applicants

• Apply before the official closing date of 14 July 2026.
• Submit by 13 July 2026 to reduce the risk of missing the deadline.
• Make sure your CV clearly shows Grade 12 / Matric.
• Clearly show at least 6 months’ cashier or till operations experience.
• Highlight cash register, cash drawer, payment, refund and sales processing experience.
• Include customer service experience, especially point-of-sale customer support.
• Show MS Office computer literacy and numerical ability.
• Show that you are accurate, trustworthy, honest and able to handle confidential cash information.
• Show that you can work retail hours and travel reliably to Northridge Mall Bloemfontein.
• Do not exaggerate cashier, till, refund, loyalty card or cash-control experience.
• Check that your cellphone number and email address are correct before submitting.
• Answer credit, criminal record and citizenship screening questions truthfully.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Applying without Grade 12 / Matric.
• Applying without at least 6 months’ cashier or till operations experience.
• Not showing cashier experience clearly on the CV.
• Leaving cash register, cash drawer, payment, refund or loyalty card experience off the CV where relevant.
• Not showing basic customer service experience.
• Ignoring the retail-hours requirement.
• Ignoring the reliable transport or close-proximity requirement.
• Not showing MS Office computer literacy or numerical ability.
• Providing incorrect employment dates or qualification details.
• Using an incorrect cellphone number or email address.
• Uploading an outdated or incomplete CV.
• Applying through unofficial links instead of the official Dis-Chem Simplify vacancy page.
• Submitting the application after 14 July 2026.

Scam warning (important)

Applicants should apply only through the official Dis-Chem Simplify recruitment page or another vacancy page clearly linked from an official Dis-Chem website.

Do not pay anyone for registration, an application, an interview, background checks, training, uniforms, equipment, till access or placement. Legitimate employers do not require applicants to pay money to secure a job.

Do not share banking PINs, passwords, one-time PINs, till passwords, system passwords or unnecessary financial information with anyone claiming that they can guarantee a Dis-Chem position.

Be cautious of recruitment messages sent from unofficial email addresses, private social-media accounts or cellphone numbers that request payment, favours, banking information or confidential documents outside the official application process.

Upload identity documents, qualifications and other sensitive documents only through the official and secure recruitment process.

Always return to the official Dis-Chem vacancy page to confirm that the opportunity and application link remain genuine and available.

How this opportunity was verified

This opportunity was verified from the official Dis-Chem Simplify recruitment listing for Casual Cashier (Fixed-Term) – Northridge Mall Bloemfontein.

The official listing confirmed the job title, employer, Bloemfontein location, Free State province, contract employment type, posted date, closing date, Retail division, entry-level minimum experience, retail primary industry and Operations functional area.

The official listing also confirmed the job purpose, essential requirements, job duties, cashier responsibilities, competencies, advantageous language note, special conditions of employment, remuneration wording, Employment Equity wording, People with Disabilities recruitment support and POPIA application terms.

The official advert states that remuneration is a market-related salary. It did not state the exact salary amount, benefits, contract duration, exact working hours, shift pattern or number of available positions when last checked.

Read more about our verification process on the How We Verify Listings page.

How to apply

1. Open the official Dis-Chem application link below.
2. Read the complete Casual Cashier fixed-term vacancy carefully.
3. Confirm that you meet the Grade 12 / Matric requirement.
4. Confirm that you have at least 6 months’ cashier or till operations experience.
5. Confirm that you are computer literate in MS Office and have sound numerical skills.
6. Confirm that you can work retail hours and have reliable transport or live close to the store.
7. Prepare your updated CV and any supporting documents requested by the official Simplify platform.
8. Select the Apply option on the official vacancy page.
9. Create a Simplify candidate profile or sign in if you already have one.
10. Complete all personal, education, employment-history and screening questions honestly.
11. Enter your cashier, till operations, customer service, MS Office, numerical, payment, refund, return, loyalty card and retail-hours information accurately.
12. Upload your updated CV and any documents requested by the official platform.
13. Read the POPIA and recruitment terms carefully before submitting personal information.
14. Check that your cellphone number, email address, qualification details and uploaded documents are correct.
15. Submit the application by 13 July 2026 where possible.
16. Keep the application confirmation or proof of submission.

Application Closing Date

The official closing date is 14 July 2026.

The official vacancy does not state the exact closing time. Applicants should submit by 13 July 2026 to reduce the risk of missing the deadline because of technical issues, missing documents or an incomplete online profile.