Cashier, Kaitiaki moni
Also known as
- Customer service representative, checkout operator
Cashiers process payments from customers buying goods and services. They may provide customer service.

Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $30
Most common
$37
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-2 years
Cashiers
- usually work shifts and may work evenings and weekends
- usually work in shops, front offices and retail outlets
- need to be organised, accurate and communicate well
Tasks
- scan items and process payments
- greet customers and offer assistance
- answer customer questions
- help customers find products
- handle cash and give change
- calculate prices and totals
- issue receipts, refunds and vouchers
- keep sales records up to date
- keep checkout areas clean and tidy
Organised
Enterprising
Practical
Interests that fit this job
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You may need
- experience in similar work
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 3 to do the study or training for this job.
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