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Cashier - Prien Lake Mall

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $10.75 - $14.75
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
term life insurance
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
401(k) with Company Match
associate discount

Job Description

JCPenney is a well-established retail company known as a premier shopping destination for diverse, working American families. The company emphasizes inclusivity in its business approach, offering a wide range of products that fulfill customers' everyday needs while also helping them celebrate special occasions with style, quality, and value. JCPenney’s extensive product assortment includes fashion, apparel, home goods, beauty products, and jewelry sourced from both national and private brands. Alongside this diverse merchandise, the company also provides various personal services such as salon, portrait, and optical services. With a workforce of approximately 50,000 associates and over 650 stores located throughout the United States and Puerto Rico, JCPenney serves its customers across multiple channels — in-store, online via jcp.com, and through omnichannel experiences. The company prides itself on its 120-year legacy as an iconic American brand, continuing to connect with shoppers by blending retail solutions with active community engagement.

As a Cashier at JCPenney, you play a critical role in delivering exceptional customer service and driving sales performance at the checkout point. This position is not simply about processing transactions; it involves maintaining high checkout standards, assisting in general store operations, and actively contributing to performance goals related to shrink control, safety, and customer satisfaction. Your responsibilities will include greeting and assisting customers enthusiastically, supporting credit, rewards, and gift card programs, and promoting sales-driving initiatives like Findmore to enhance the customer experience. You will be expected to complete checkout processes with accuracy, manage returns and re-ticketing efficiently, and uphold all signing and merchandising standards at checkout lanes. Using technology, including Point of Sale systems and Mobile Warrior devices, you will actively support line management to maintain smooth and efficient operations.

In addition to checkout duties, you will assist with various general store operations such as omnichannel order fulfillment, product recovery, put-backs, fitting room maintenance, and participate in annual inventory counts. The role demands adherence to company safety and shrink initiatives to protect both the company’s assets and employees. Meeting performance standards consistently, including targets under the iCAP program, and maintaining a productive, positive work ethic are crucial to success.

JCPenney values core competencies such as problem-solving, efficient work execution, delivering outstanding customer service, accountability, and proactive improvement in customer interaction. Cashiers are expected to demonstrate strong ownership of their responsibilities, collaborate effectively with others in a respectful and inclusive manner, and approach daily work with energy and urgency. The role fosters a vibrant work environment where associates take pride in contributing to a positive shopping experience and achieving measurable results.

In summary, the Cashier role at JCPenney offers an exciting opportunity to join a historic, yet modern retail company with a strong reputation for quality and customer focus. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about customer service, capable of multitasking within a fast-paced retail setting, and motivated to uphold the company’s values in every customer interaction. With competitive benefits and the chance to work as part of a supportive team, working as a JCPenney cashier provides both professional growth and the rewarding challenge of maintaining excellence in retail operations.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Retail or cashier experience preferred
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Ability to perform basic math and handle cash transactions
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • Basic knowledge of POS systems

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous retail or cashier experience preferred
  • Ability to operate Point of Sale (POS) systems and mobile checkout devices
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Basic math and cash handling skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment

Job Duties

  • Greet and assist customers while providing excellent customer service
  • Demonstrate WORTH behaviors consistently
  • Complete checkout processes including returns and re-ticketing
  • Assist with signing and merchandising standards at checkouts
  • Stock and merchandise impulse fixtures and replenishment
  • Assist with omnichannel efforts and store recovery activities
  • Support company shrink and safety initiatives while meeting performance standards

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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