Lead Cashier

Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and a premier destination that offers an extensive assortment of cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products, and professional salon services. With more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands, including its own private label, Ulta Beauty creates thrilling shopping experiences for beauty enthusiasts. Ulta Beauty's stores feature full-service salons, providing hair, skin, brow, and makeup services, bringing possibilities to life with the transformative power of beauty. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace where contributions are valued and growth opportunities abound.

The Lead Cashier (LC) role at Ulta Beauty plays a critical role in ensuring efficient guest transactions and upholding the highest standards of cashwrap cleanliness and aesthetics. This position goes beyond traditional cashier responsibilities, as the LC assists in training new cashiers and cross-training other team members. The role requires someone with experience in cashiering who can proactively collaborate, lead, and positively influence peers. The Lead Cashier is vital in driving the store's loyalty results through a strong focus on sales performance, guest experience, and loyalty programs including credit offerings.

The LC supports the leadership team by managing vital register functions during opening and closing shifts, completing associate exit inspections, and managing cashier chat in/outs. They are expected to passionately deliver a superior guest experience while advocating the benefits of Ulta Beauty’s loyalty cycle. Acting as an ambassador for the brand, the LC ensures that every guest feels valued and engaged, pairing them with associates for personalized consultations and product demonstrations that boost sales and elevate the guest experience.

In addition to sales and customer interaction, the Lead Cashier maintains excellent standards of operational compliance, including adherence to all company policies and procedures related to cashier operations, cash control, and workplace safety. The position requires someone who can maintain store aesthetics—ensuring the cashwrap and impulse fixtures are well-organized, replenished, and guest-ready at all times. Attention to detail is crucial as the LC plays a key role in minimizing shrink and protecting company assets.

Beyond transactional duties, the Lead Cashier contributes to building an inclusive, team-oriented environment by supporting peers and providing training guidance. The role demands strong communication skills, the ability to multitask and problem-solve quickly, and the capability to adapt in a fast-paced retail setting. A flexible work schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays is required, and because of the responsibilities involving cash handling, the role is only open to individuals 18 years or older.

Ulta Beauty encourages all qualified applicants, including those from underrepresented backgrounds and those with criminal histories, to apply. With competitive wages ranging from $16.90 to $24.75 per hour depending on multiple factors, the role also offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for eligible full-time and part-time employees. Working at Ulta Beauty means being part of a company that values diversity, fosters growth, and dedicates itself to transforming the world of beauty—one shade, one lash, one cut at a time.