Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Division: Retail
Job Title: Cashier
Location: Bryanpark, Sandton, Gauteng
Employment Type: Permanent
Experience Level: Entry Level
Industry: Retail
Job Function: Sales / Customer Service
Posted: 28 August 2026
Closing Date: 3 September 2026
Salary: Market-related
Cashier Job Opportunity at Dis-Chem Pharmacies
Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is inviting suitably qualified and customer-focused candidates to apply for a Cashier position at its Bryanpark store in Sandton, Gauteng. This is a permanent retail opportunity suited to individuals who are confident working with customers, comfortable handling cash and electronic payments, and able to operate a till accurately in a busy store environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for processing customer purchases efficiently while providing friendly and professional service. The role requires strong attention to detail because cashiers are responsible for ensuring that transactions, payments, refunds, discounts and other point-of-sale activities are completed correctly and in accordance with company procedures.
Key Responsibilities
As a Cashier at Dis-Chem Pharmacies, you will contribute to a positive shopping experience by assisting customers at the point of sale and ensuring that transactions are handled accurately.
Your duties may include:
- Operating the cash register and processing customer purchases efficiently.
- Receiving payments through approved methods, including cash, bank cards, vouchers and coupons.
- Processing customer refunds and exchanges when properly authorised.
- Ensuring that cash and other forms of payment are handled securely.
- Keeping money safely inside the till and following procedures for transferring cash to the drop safe.
- Checking that all merchandise, outgoing stock, items and scripts are correctly scanned and paid for.
- Obtaining the required supervisor approval for price adjustments and line-item voids.
- Processing customer loyalty cards and recognised partner rewards programmes.
- Remaining informed about current promotions, sales and store offerings.
- Responding to customer questions relating to merchandise and directing more complex matters to the appropriate staff member.
- Building professional and respectful relationships with customers.
- Reporting customer complaints, compliments and concerns to the relevant supervisor or store management.
- Following Dis-Chem’s customer service and communication standards.
- Protecting your till access code and password and ensuring that these credentials are not shared with other employees.
- Keeping daily takings confidential and discussing financial information only with authorised management.
- Remaining vigilant and reporting suspicious or potentially fraudulent activity.
- Following all applicable store security, safety and operational procedures.
The cashier will also be expected to work towards the store’s required customer turnover standards while ensuring that accuracy and customer service are not compromised.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants interested in the Bryanpark Cashier vacancy should meet the following essential requirements:
- Grade 12 / Matric certificate.
- At least 6 months of experience in cashier or till operations.
- Basic computer literacy, including knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Good numerical and calculation skills.
- Strong written and spoken English.
- Basic customer service knowledge and the ability to interact professionally with members of the public.
- Willingness and ability to work according to retail operating hours.
Although this is classified as an entry-level opportunity, previous cashier or point-of-sale experience is required.
Skills and Competencies
Dis-Chem is looking for applicants who can demonstrate accuracy, reliability and professionalism when dealing with customers and financial transactions.
Important competencies include:
- Good knowledge of cash register and till operations.
- Understanding of sales, payment, refund and transaction procedures.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills in English.
- Numerical accuracy.
- Good time-management abilities.
- Accountability and reliability.
- Honesty and trustworthiness.
- Emotional intelligence and social awareness.
- Ability to identify and solve basic problems.
- Ability to understand and analyse basic reports.
- Professional and presentable appearance.
Knowledge of an additional third language will be considered an advantage.
Additional Conditions of Employment
Candidates should be aware that the position requires flexibility because retail employees may be required to work different shifts and retail trading hours.
Applicants must:
- Be willing and able to work retail hours.
- Have reliable transportation or live within a reasonable distance of the Bryanpark store.
- Be South African citizens.
- Have clear credit and criminal records.
Applicants should ensure that they meet these conditions before submitting their applications.
Salary and Benefits
The successful candidate will receive a market-related salary. Dis-Chem also lists several employee benefits associated with the position, including:
- Medical aid.
- Provident fund.
- Staff account.
Benefits may be subject to the company’s applicable policies and eligibility requirements.
How to Apply
Candidates who meet the minimum requirements and are interested in joining Dis-Chem Pharmacies as a Cashier at Bryanpark should submit their CV and application before the closing date of 3 September 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to ensure that their CV clearly reflects their Grade 12 qualification, cashier or till-operation experience, computer skills and customer-service abilities.
Closing Date: 3 September 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive communication within two weeks after the closing date, you should regard your application as unsuccessful.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. The company’s Employment Equity Plan and targets will be considered during the recruitment process in line with its Employment Equity and Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem also supports the employment of people with disabilities.
Job Summary
Position: Cashier
Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Store: Bryanpark
Location: Sandton, Gauteng
Employment: Permanent
Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 / Matric
Experience: Minimum 6 months cashier or till experience
Salary: Market-related
Closing Date: 3 September 2026
If you have cashier experience, enjoy working with customers and can maintain a high level of accuracy when handling transactions, this could be an opportunity to build your career in the retail pharmacy sector.