Cashier

Description

Qualifications

WHO WE ARE: 

The Boise Co-op, established in 1973 by health-conscious individuals, has evolved from a small food-buying club to a thriving community of over 50,000 active Co-Owners. With two grocery store locations in the North End and the Village at Meridian, and three sub-brands (Wine Shop, Pet Shop, and Uncorked Wine Bar) nestled within our North End shopping center, we've become more than just a grocery store; we're the quintessential local gathering place. At the heart of our ethos is a commitment to community connections, education, delicious food, and quality products sourced from trusted partners. Independent and caring, we lead with our hearts and give back to those who shape our identity. We are not just a business; we are your neighbors. We are the Boise Co-op. 

We are seeking a Cashier to effectively and accurately ring up our customer’s purchases while engaging and demonstrating our Core Values to create a great shopping experience.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Exhibits excellent communication and engagement skills to make our customers feel welcomed and appreciated.  Be proactive in greeting and assisting all customers within the cashiers work area.
• Enters accurate information (SKU, quantity, weight) into the POS system to capture correct inventory and sales data.
• Offers membership information to customers and actively offers to sign them up during the sales transaction.
• Demonstrates the Co-op’s core value of asking the customer to Round Up their purchase for the month’s sponsored non-profit.
• Follows all cash handling and check receiving procedures and is expected to maintain the accuracy of their till.
• Shows a willingness to work and be available when the business dictates (open availability).
• Upholds state regulations concerning the sale of alcoholic beverages.
• Able to stay busy during slack times (dusting, making double bags, facing merchandise, helping fellow cashiers bag, gathering carts, cleaning eating areas and restrooms, etc.)
• Learning Webcart’s pulling and delivery procedures to help the on-line customer.
• Assist in monitoring the self-checkout stations and answer any customers questions about the process.
• Manage difficult customer situations with objectivity, neutrality, calmness, and know when to get a member of leadership involved.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Department Managers, Leads or Store Manager.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Good memory skills to learn Produce and Deli codes to expediate the transaction process.
• Good engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to work expediently in a fast-paced environment.
• Full-time positions require open availability.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Able to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department including early mornings, evenings and weekends.
• Adhere to scheduled shifts and be ready for work when shift begins.
• Ability to consistently be at work and on time.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-3 years of retail cashier experience (preferably in a grocery store or other customer service centric sector).

Physical Demands:

Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a grocery setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight, up to 50lbs; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Working Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a grocery store setting with extensive public contact and frequent interruptions.

It is the policy of Boise Co-Op that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities in regard to job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of Boise Co-Op to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. Boise Co-Op is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the HR Department by phone (208) 472-4507.

Boise Co-op is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.  The Boise Co-op participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.