
Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $10.50 - $14.25
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Fixed Shifts
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 renowned retail company that has been serving diverse, working American families for over 120 years. As an iconic American brand, JCPenney prides itself on inclusivity and providing a wide range of products that cater to everyday needs as well as special occasions. Their extensive portfolio includes fashion, apparel, home goods, beauty products, and jewelry from both national and private brands. Additionally, JCPenney offers personal services such as salon, portrait, and optical to enhance the customer experience. With more than 650 stores across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, alongside a robust online presence through jcp.com, JCPenney is dedicated to serving its customers wherever and however they choose to shop. The company employs around 50,000 associates worldwide, all committed to delivering quality, value, and exceptional customer service.
The role of Cashier at JCPenney is a critical customer-facing position responsible for ensuring an excellent sales and service experience. This full-time position requires active interaction with customers to provide assistance, process transactions, and uphold the company’s high standards of customer engagement. The Cashier manages checkout standards, assists with Omnichannel operations, inventory recovery, and maintains performance metrics related to safety, shrink prevention, and sales goals. This role not only involves transactional duties but also playing a supportive part in store operations such as merchandising and fitting room upkeep.
As a Cashier, individuals must demonstrate consistent WORTH behaviors, which reflect the company’s core values around integrity, respect, and excellence in customer care. They must possess the ability to solve problems, make smart decisions that positively impact sales and customer satisfaction, and actively promote company programs like rewards and gift cards. The position demands a proactive and enthusiastic approach to help resolve customer issues and an energetic commitment to maintaining checkout processes such as returns and re-ticketing with precision. Leveraging mobile Point of Sale technology also plays a vital role in efficiently managing checkout lines.
This position offers employees eligibility for a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, paid vacation, holidays, and a 401(k) plan with company matching. Additional perks include associate discounts on merchandise and holiday compensation for those scheduled to work on designated holidays. The role at JCPenney offers career growth opportunities within a supportive, inclusive workplace culture committed to both customer and employee satisfaction. With JCPenney’s ongoing dedication to innovation in retail and community engagement, working as a Cashier means joining a company that values its associates and customers alike.
The role of Cashier at JCPenney is a critical customer-facing position responsible for ensuring an excellent sales and service experience. This full-time position requires active interaction with customers to provide assistance, process transactions, and uphold the company’s high standards of customer engagement. The Cashier manages checkout standards, assists with Omnichannel operations, inventory recovery, and maintains performance metrics related to safety, shrink prevention, and sales goals. This role not only involves transactional duties but also playing a supportive part in store operations such as merchandising and fitting room upkeep.
As a Cashier, individuals must demonstrate consistent WORTH behaviors, which reflect the company’s core values around integrity, respect, and excellence in customer care. They must possess the ability to solve problems, make smart decisions that positively impact sales and customer satisfaction, and actively promote company programs like rewards and gift cards. The position demands a proactive and enthusiastic approach to help resolve customer issues and an energetic commitment to maintaining checkout processes such as returns and re-ticketing with precision. Leveraging mobile Point of Sale technology also plays a vital role in efficiently managing checkout lines.
This position offers employees eligibility for a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, paid vacation, holidays, and a 401(k) plan with company matching. Additional perks include associate discounts on merchandise and holiday compensation for those scheduled to work on designated holidays. The role at JCPenney offers career growth opportunities within a supportive, inclusive workplace culture committed to both customer and employee satisfaction. With JCPenney’s ongoing dedication to innovation in retail and community engagement, working as a Cashier means joining a company that values its associates and customers alike.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to handle cash and operate Point of Sale systems
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends and holidays
- Reliable and punctual
- Basic math proficiency
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous retail or cashier experience preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with Point of Sale systems
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills
- Ability to work well within a team
- Basic math skills for handling transactions
Job Duties
- Greet and assist customers while providing excellent customer service
- Demonstrate WORTH behaviors consistently
- Partner with other associates for additional support when needed
- Actively engage customers to resolve problems and assist with credit, rewards, and gift card programs
- Promote Findmore and other company programs to drive sales and enhance customer service
- Complete checkout processes including returns and re-ticketing
- Assist with signing and merchandising standards at checkout and stock impulse fixtures
- Utilize Point of Sale on Mobile Warrior devices to support checkout line management
- Assist with Omnichannel operations, recovery, put backs, and fitting room maintenance
- Participate in annual inventory processes
- Support company shrink and safety initiatives
- Meet established performance standards including product and service sales, customer service, profit, productivity, and attendance
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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