Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA) stands as the largest beauty retailer in North America, recognized as the premier destination for cosmetics, fragrances, skin care products, hair care products, and salon services. With a vast product offering of over 25,000 items spanning approximately 500 established and emerging beauty brands, Ulta Beauty showcases an expansive range that caters to beauty enthusiasts of all kinds and budgets. The company not only features nationally recognized brands but also proudly includes its own private label, emphasizing quality and variety to meet diverse customer needs. Each Ulta Beauty store is more than just a retail venue; it is a full-service beauty hub that offers expert salon services in hair, skin, brow, and makeup, turning every visit into an opportunity for transformation and self-expression.
Ulta Beauty’s culture is defined by energy, passion, and excitement for the art and science of beauty. It is a place where discovery blends seamlessly with excitement, creating invigorating shopping experiences for customers who view beauty as a powerful form of personal expression. The company is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is valued, every contribution recognized, and growth opportunities are abundant for associates. Working at Ulta Beauty means joining a community passionate about its mission, vision, and values, all geared toward transforming beauty retail and delivering excellence in service and product offerings.
The role of Lead Cashier (LC) at Ulta Beauty is an essential leadership position that ensures the smooth, efficient handling of guest transactions at the cashwrap while upholding the highest company standards for cashiering excellence, store aesthetics, and cleanliness. This full-time role focuses on driving loyalty results by maximizing sales performance, enhancing the guest experience, and training and developing associates in cashiering functions. The Lead Cashier acts as a role model in demonstrating Ulta Beauty’s commitment to exceptional service, guest engagement, and ethical practices in all cashwrap operations.
As a Lead Cashier, you will contribute directly to driving the store's goals including retail and service sales, omni-channel success, guest loyalty accrual, and retail shrink management. You will engage guests warmly, offering personalized product and service recommendations, handling sales transactions efficiently, assisting with makeup applications, skincare consultations, and other services to enrich the customer experience. This role also encompasses administrative responsibilities such as training and mentoring new cashiers, cross-training other associates, and supporting management with open and close register operations and cashier data inspections.
The position demands a strong focus on people skills where you champion an inclusive workplace, support peers and leadership, and foster a culture of accountability and excellence. Regular training is part of this role to ensure continuous professional development and up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, products, and services, enabling you and your team to deliver value to guests consistently.
The Lead Cashier must also strictly adhere to Ulta Beauty’s policies, procedures, and dress code, while maintaining outstanding store standards and contributing to loss prevention and workplace safety. The role requires flexibility in scheduling, including working days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and is reserved for associates who are at least 18 years of age. Physical demands include mobility throughout the store, bending, lifting up to 25 lbs, and other activities needed to maintain a dynamic retail environment.
Being a part of Ulta Beauty means working within a company that proudly embraces diversity and equal opportunity employment practices. The company actively encourages applicants from underrepresented backgrounds and supports accommodations for associates with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Join Ulta Beauty and experience a career where your passion for beauty connects with opportunity, growth, and a vibrant team committed to making the world more beautiful one guest at a time.
Ulta Beauty’s culture is defined by energy, passion, and excitement for the art and science of beauty. It is a place where discovery blends seamlessly with excitement, creating invigorating shopping experiences for customers who view beauty as a powerful form of personal expression. The company is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is valued, every contribution recognized, and growth opportunities are abundant for associates. Working at Ulta Beauty means joining a community passionate about its mission, vision, and values, all geared toward transforming beauty retail and delivering excellence in service and product offerings.
The role of Lead Cashier (LC) at Ulta Beauty is an essential leadership position that ensures the smooth, efficient handling of guest transactions at the cashwrap while upholding the highest company standards for cashiering excellence, store aesthetics, and cleanliness. This full-time role focuses on driving loyalty results by maximizing sales performance, enhancing the guest experience, and training and developing associates in cashiering functions. The Lead Cashier acts as a role model in demonstrating Ulta Beauty’s commitment to exceptional service, guest engagement, and ethical practices in all cashwrap operations.
As a Lead Cashier, you will contribute directly to driving the store's goals including retail and service sales, omni-channel success, guest loyalty accrual, and retail shrink management. You will engage guests warmly, offering personalized product and service recommendations, handling sales transactions efficiently, assisting with makeup applications, skincare consultations, and other services to enrich the customer experience. This role also encompasses administrative responsibilities such as training and mentoring new cashiers, cross-training other associates, and supporting management with open and close register operations and cashier data inspections.
The position demands a strong focus on people skills where you champion an inclusive workplace, support peers and leadership, and foster a culture of accountability and excellence. Regular training is part of this role to ensure continuous professional development and up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, products, and services, enabling you and your team to deliver value to guests consistently.
The Lead Cashier must also strictly adhere to Ulta Beauty’s policies, procedures, and dress code, while maintaining outstanding store standards and contributing to loss prevention and workplace safety. The role requires flexibility in scheduling, including working days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and is reserved for associates who are at least 18 years of age. Physical demands include mobility throughout the store, bending, lifting up to 25 lbs, and other activities needed to maintain a dynamic retail environment.
Being a part of Ulta Beauty means working within a company that proudly embraces diversity and equal opportunity employment practices. The company actively encourages applicants from underrepresented backgrounds and supports accommodations for associates with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Join Ulta Beauty and experience a career where your passion for beauty connects with opportunity, growth, and a vibrant team committed to making the world more beautiful one guest at a time.
Job Requirements
- Work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Must be at least 18 years old to hold the Lead Cashier role
- Ability to continuously move throughout the store during shifts including twisting
- Frequent bending, pulling, pushing, crouching, stooping, twisting, and reaching
- Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds during shifts
- Capability to manipulate objects continuously during shift
- High school diploma preferred
- Two years of relevant experience or equivalent education and work experience preferred
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma preferred
- Two years of relevant work experience or equivalent education and experience preferred
- Proven ability to delegate, multitask and problem-solve
- Demonstrated knowledge and passion for guest service and selling
- Experience in addressing guest concerns professionally
- Demonstrated success in exceeding sales goals and training new hires
- Proficient with basic technology, including point of sale systems and Apple devices
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships
- Ability to react well under pressure and be adaptable
Job Duties
- Contribute to meeting or exceeding store goals for retail and service sales, omni-channel, guest loyalty including credit, and retail shrink
- Ensure exceptional guest service by greeting, engaging and personalizing service to guests
- Handle sales, refunds, and exchanges courteously
- Pair guests with associates for makeup applications, skincare analysis, and product demonstrations to drive sales
- Book appointments and support in-store events that enhance guest experience and sales goals
- Maintain replenishment, organization, and cleanliness of cashwrap displays and supplies
- Support leadership with register open and close functions, cashier inspections, and chats
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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