Supermarket Cashier
すーぱーれじがかり
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Cashiers
Summary
A job that handles cash register operations at supermarkets and other retail stores, including scanning product barcodes, handling monetary transactions, and customer service.
Description
Supermarket cashiers use POS systems to scan product barcodes and handle payments via cash, credit cards, electronic money, etc. Duties also include accurate monetary transactions and cash register closing for sales tallying, maintaining store cleanliness, and providing courteous customer service. During peak periods or when there are long lines at the register, quick response and stress tolerance are required.
Future Outlook
While traditional cashier operations are declining due to the spread of self-checkout and cashless payments, demand remains for handling complex transactions and high-quality customer service skills.
Personality Traits
Able to Provide Bright and Courteous Customer Service / Patient / Polite and Accurate / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Register Staff → Shift Leader → Store Manager → Supervisor
Required Skills
Cash Management / Customer Service Manners / Handling Cash and Cards / POS Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Communication Skills (Multilingual) / Time Management Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required to prevent errors in monetary transactions. |
| Communication Skills | Important for customer service and teamwork. |
| Stress Tolerance | Required to endure long hours of customer service and handling complaints during busy periods. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Tasks are routine with little need for new ideas. |
Aliases
- Cash Register Operator
- Cashier
- Register Staff
Related Jobs
- Convenience Store Clerk
- Salesperson
- Supermarket Clerk