Lead Cashier

Sacramento, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $16.90 - $24.75

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Disability Benefits

overtime pay

Job Description

Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer, renowned as the premier destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products, and salon services. With a commitment to transforming the world one shade, one lash, and one cut at a time, Ulta Beauty blends energy, passion, and excitement to create exhilarating buying experiences for true beauty enthusiasts. The company proudly offers more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including its own private label. Ulta Beauty’s stores also feature full-service salons providing hair, skin, brow, and makeup services, making it a holistic destination for beauty needs. Their mission goes beyond products and services—they aspire to create a place of vision, mission, and lived values where every voice is heard, contributions are valued and recognized, and opportunities for growth abound for all associates.

The Lead Cashier (LC) role at Ulta Beauty plays a crucial part in delivering an outstanding guest experience and maintaining the high standards of cashwrap operations. This position requires an experienced cashier who not only excels in transaction efficiency but also possesses leadership abilities to train new cashiers and cross-train other associates. The Lead Cashier is responsible for driving sales, enhancing loyalty results including credit programs, and ensuring compliance with operating procedures and company standards. By focusing on guest service, associate development, and operational excellence, the LC contributes to both sales growth and store culture. The role involves aiding store leadership with open and close register functions, conducting cashier chat-ins and chat-outs, and performing associate exit inspections. The ideal candidate is passionate about creating personalized guest experiences, knowledgeable about Ulta Beauty’s extensive product offerings, and committed to upholding the brand’s image and values.

With a pay range of $16.90 to $24.75 per hour, the Lead Cashier role offers flexible scheduling including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and pays overtime where applicable. Full-time associates are eligible for paid time off and health-related benefits including dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage, while part-time associates receive dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. Ulta Beauty promotes an inclusive work environment and encourages continuous professional development through ongoing training and collaboration among peers and management. Overall, this position is designed for individuals ready to demonstrate leadership skills, provide exceptional customer service, and contribute to a vibrant team dedicated to empowering beauty and confidence in every guest.

Job Requirements

High school diploma preferred
Two years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Must be 18 years of age or older
Ability to perform continuous mobility throughout the store during shifts
Frequent bending, pulling, pushing, crouching, stooping, twisting, and reaching
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs
Must adhere to company dress code
Commitment to uphold company policies, procedures, and standards

Job Qualifications

High school diploma preferred
Two years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
Proven ability to delegate, multi-task, and problem-solve
Demonstrated knowledge and passion for guest service and selling
Experience addressing guest concerns promptly and professionally
Record of exceeding sales goals and training new hires
Proficient with Point of Sale systems and Apple devices
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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 handle pressure, use good judgment, and adapt to changing situations

Job Duties

Contribute to meeting or exceeding store goals related to retail and service sales, omni-channel, guest loyalty including credit, and retail shrink
Ensure exceptional guest service by greeting and engaging each guest, personalizing service, and recommending products and services
Courteously handle sales, refunds, and exchanges
Book appointments and support in-store events that enhance guest experience and drive sales
Maintain the organization and replenishment of cashwrap displays and supplies to ensure guest readiness
Assist in training new cashiers and cross-training associates
Support store leadership by completing cashier chat-ins, chat-outs, and associate exit inspections as needed