Cashier Job Description
Reports To: Front End Manager
Position Type: Hourly
Location: Retail
Store Department: Front End
Date: August 2023
About the Intermountain Division  Diversity is fundamental at Albertsons Companies. We foster an inclusive working environment where the different strengths and perspectives of each associate are both recognized and valued.  Bring your energy and unique perspective to the Intermountain Division and you will have the opportunity to grow with us professionally and personally. You will be part of a team that genuinely cares about helping you succeed. You will work alongside talented colleagues, many of whom build long careers while progressing through multiple roles and making a difference in our communities.   Albertsons Companies is working to become the favorite food and drug retailer in every market it serves. The organization includes 2,230 stores, 27 distribution facilities and 19 manufacturing plants with over 250,000 employees across 34 states and the District of Columbia. The company is publicly traded with supermarkets across the country that includes Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Carrs, ACME, Jewel-Osco, Lucky, Shaw’s, Star Market, Super Saver, United Supermarkets, Market Street and Amigos.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CASHIER As a Cashier, you must have a desire to work with the public and to provide first-class customer service. To truly be successful in the position, the individual needs to be thoughtful and passionate about his or her work. In this role you are the face of the Company and whether scanning the product or bagging the groceries you have an opportunity to leave a lasting impression with our valued customers.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS** • Provide high-quality customer service in accordance with our Company’s customer service standards and policies and procedures. • Greet customers and provide friendly, courteous and efficient customer checkout service. • Handle groceries of varying weights. • Scanning merchandise by lifting and sliding products across the scanner. Scanning products may require turning the product so that the bar code is facing the scanner. • Remove items from top and bottom of grocery cart when needed to assist customers • Enter produce and other codes into the register • Request price checks, as needed.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS** (continued) • Weigh produce or other products by placing them on the scale built into the counter. • Operate electronic scanning cash register to total customers’ final bill. • Learn and remember produce and other codes which must be entered manually • Receive payment for customer purchases and count back correct change when cash purchase is made. • Learn and follow all applicable company policies and procedures regarding discounts, coupons, refunds, cash handling, employee purchase and all other transactions handled at the register • Bag groceries, ensuring contents are not damaged. • Maintain a clean and safe work area including check stand area (belt and glass) as well as straightening up end cap display areas near check stand. • Count and reconcile cash and coupons in cash register drawer at beginning and end of every shift. • Replace stock in display areas near checkout area as needed • Adhere to uniform and grooming policy as defined within company policy.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS The following describes the general qualifications and physical, sensory and mental abilities normally associated with performing the essential functions of this position:** • Demonstrated prior customer service or related experience • Knowledge of products, product pricing and store layout • Successful completion of company Cashier-Checker training course. • Ability to use basic math skills • Ability to operate the Company’s cash register • Excellent customer service skills • Ability to understand and follow instructions, and ability to read, retain and comprehend guidelines, policies and procedures applicable to the position • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment • Ability to work independently as well as within a large team • Self-motivated and driven to increase knowledge of Albertsons Safeway products and share that knowledge with our customers • Ability to provide regular and predictable attendance. (Employees may be scheduled to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, and schedules may vary on a weekly basis) • Ability to comply with workplace conduct standards
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The following attempts to communicate the traditional physical demands associated with this position:** Seldom: 1-2 hours, Occasional: 3-4 hours, Frequent: 5-6 hours, Continuous: 7+ hours (Based on an 8 hour work day.) • Lift/Carry: Frequent/carry 5-35 lbs. • Push/Pull: Frequent, push/pull 10-20 lbs. products • Squat/Kneel: Seldom • Bend/Stoop: Seldom • Twist/Turn: Frequent • Stand/Walk: Continuous • Grip/Grasp: Frequent • Reach: Frequent Job duties and responsibilities may vary by location and employees may be assigned duties and responsibilities in addition to those listed above.
ALBERTSONS SAFEWAY AND WHY YOU WANT TO JOIN US: Albertsons Safeway has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company’s philosophy. As friendly, enthusiastic individuals who enjoy offering customers an exceptional shopping experience, we provide world-class customer service each and every day. We provide a variety of benefits including: • Great pay • Flexible schedule • Training • Opportunities for career development • Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees • Leisure time activity discounts WORK
ENVIRONMENT: Working conditions consist of a temperature-controlled store environment. Occasional exposure to outdoor environment with varying temperatures Job duties and responsibilities may vary by location and employees may be assigned duties and responsibilities in addition to those listed above.
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. ** The Company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.25 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Work Location: In person