Cashier

Abilene, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $11.25 - $15.25

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Prescription coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Employee Discounts

scholarships

Outdoor Recreation access

Job Description

Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC) is a well-established grocery retail chain headquartered in Tyler, Texas. Founded on the values of community and employee growth, BGC operates over 215 stores under five unique banners: Brookshire's Grocery Company, Super 1 Foods, Spring Market, Fresh by Brookshire's, and Reasor's. Serving a wide geographic area spanning Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma, BGC is committed not only to providing quality groceries and products but also to fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture for its employees. The company emphasizes building a community where every partner can thrive professionally and personally, making it a sought-after employer in the grocery retail sector.

Brookshire Grocery Company is dedicated to supporting its workforce through numerous benefits such as comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and prescription coverage, paid time off, 401(k) plans with company contributions, employee discounts, scholarships, and access to a large outdoor recreation area. These advantages underscore BGC's commitment to employee wellness, flexibility, empowerment, and lifestyle savings. At BGC, employees are valued for their contributions, celebrated for their achievements, and given opportunities to grow and advance their careers within the company.

This role as a front-end team member, such as a cashier or customer service associate, plays a vital part in delivering the best experience to customers while maintaining a safe and sanitary shopping environment. The position involves engaging directly with customers by providing efficient checkout services, accurately processing transactions, bagging groceries carefully, and assisting customers with product location and price verification. The role requires attentiveness to detail to ensure correct checkout totals, knowledge of tender policies including credit, debit, coupons, EBT, and WIC, and compliance with all laws regarding sales of restricted items.

As a customer-facing position, this role demands excellent communication skills, a courteous and helpful attitude, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced retail environment. Candidates will gain experience working in grocery retail operations, learn new technology systems, and develop important soft skills like conflict resolution, teamwork, and customer engagement. The position offers flexible schedules including potential nights, weekends, and holidays to accommodate diverse employee needs.

Working at BGC is not just about having a job; it is about joining a company that supports personal and professional growth, values diversity and inclusion, and provides a platform for career advancement. Whether starting fresh or seeking to elevate your retail career, BGC promises a warm, vibrant workplace where your efforts can make an impact and your future is unlimited. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with people, have a keen eye for detail, and want to be part of a community-oriented organization committed to excellence and employee satisfaction.

Job Requirements

Basic knowledge of cash register
Basic knowledge of tender policies and procedures
Basic mathematical and counting skills
Ability to learn new technology systems, methods and processes
Ability to remain courteous with customers at all times
Ability to communicate effectively with customers and partners in written and verbal form
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy
Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends and holidays

Job Qualifications

Typically involves on the job training
Minimum of 16 years of age required
TABC/LACT certification required where applicable

Job Duties

Ensures correct checkout totals for customers by properly weighing, keying, and scanning items
Maintains accurate money count in register at all times
Accesses or memorizes product codes and remains familiar with ad and special items
Remains current on tender policies and procedures related to checks, credit, debit, coupons, EBT, WIC, AML, etc.
Maintains friendly and customer-service-oriented attitude by greeting customers, answering questions, locating and promoting products, and responding to complaints
Promotes enrollment in Thank You Card program and assists customers with sign up process, where applicable
Ensures groceries are bagged properly by putting like items together, limiting bag weight, preventing food cross-contamination, and ensuring customer receipt of all purchased items
Takes precaution when handling objects to avoid damage to products, property, etc.
Ensures front-end racks, drink coolers and cleaning supply stations are stocked, cleaned, and presentable
Maintains clean, safe and sanitary working and shopping environment by adhering to Company safety procedures
Complies with all Company policies and procedures
Accountable for adhering to all local, state, and federal laws regarding sales of restricted items such as tobacco, alcohol, and cannabis-based and pharmaceutical products