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Duane Reade Cashier

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $19.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
401(k) Plan
flexible schedules
Career development opportunities

Job Description

Duane Reade, founded in 1960, stands as the largest drug store chain in the metropolitan New York City area. Renowned for offering a comprehensive selection of products, Duane Reade serves customers with prescription and over-the-counter medications, health and beauty care items, cosmetics, greeting cards, photo supplies, and photofinishing services. As an established leader in the retail pharmacy sector, Duane Reade is dedicated to providing convenience, quality, and exceptional customer service in its numerous store locations across New York City.

The role of a cashier at Duane Reade is pivotal, serving as the final point of interaction between the store and its customers. This position is critical not only for completing sales transactions effectively but also for leaving a positive and lasting impression on customers, encouraging repeat visits. Cashiers must uphold the company’s customer service standards while ensuring accuracy and efficiency in processing sales. This includes handling multiple forms of payment such as cash, checks, credit cards, vouchers, and automatic debits.

Working as a cashier at Duane Reade is an hourly position, offering competitive pay ranging from $17 to $19 per hour. The role demands a keen attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage cash drawer operations securely to safeguard company assets. Besides managing transactions, cashiers are responsible for answering customer inquiries, registering customers for rewards programs, and maintaining a clean and orderly checkout environment.

Additional responsibilities include processing merchandise returns and exchanges, issuing receipts, refunds, or credits as needed, and redeeming coupons and food stamps where applicable. Cashiers must also ensure checkout stations are adequately staffed and stocked with sufficient cash for smooth operations. This dynamic position requires teamwork and the ability to resolve customer complaints effectively, contributing to the overall positive shopping experience that Duane Reade aims to provide.

Overall, the cashier role at Duane Reade is not just about processing transactions but about creating an inviting and helpful atmosphere that embodies the company’s commitment to outstanding customer service. Cashiers play a fundamental role in Duane Reade’s retail operations, supporting the chain’s reputation as a trusted and accessible drug store in New York City.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior cashier or retail experience preferred
  • Basic math skills
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Ability to handle multiple payment methods
  • Customer-focused attitude

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior experience in retail or cashier role preferred
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to handle cash and operate cash register
  • Good communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

  • Greet customers entering Duane Reade location
  • Process all sale transactions by receiving payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits
  • Process merchandise returns and exchanges
  • Register customers for the Dollar Reward Savings Club card
  • Answer customers' questions, and provide information on procedures or policies
  • Compute and record totals of transactions
  • Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change

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