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Job Title: Cashier
Company: Pedros
Employment Type: Permanent
Experience Level: Entry Level
Division: Stores
Industry: Restaurants

ABOUT PEDROS

Pedros is preparing to open a brand-new restaurant and is looking for enthusiastic, customer-focused individuals to join its team. This opportunity offers candidates the chance to become part of a new store launch, develop their skills and contribute to building a positive workplace culture from the beginning. The company is seeking a dependable Cashier who can provide efficient, accurate and friendly service while managing customer transactions and front-counter operations.

The successful candidate will help ensure that customers receive a positive experience by processing orders correctly, handling payments responsibly and keeping the counter area clean and organised. This permanent, entry-level position may suit someone who enjoys working with people, has strong numerical skills and is willing to learn in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Previous cashier or retail experience is preferred, but the advertisement does not identify it as a compulsory requirement.

JOB PURPOSE

The main purpose of the Cashier position is to manage customer transactions accurately and provide professional service at the front counter. The applicant will process orders, accept payments, issue receipts and assist customers with basic queries. The role also involves promoting available specials, supporting sales, managing queues and helping maintain an orderly service area. Accuracy, honesty and attention to detail are essential, particularly when handling money, processing refunds and completing end-of-shift cash reports.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. CUSTOMER ORDERS AND PAYMENTS

The Cashier will be responsible for processing customer transactions efficiently and accurately.

Duties include:

Process customer orders and payments correctly. Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system during transactions. Handle cash, card and digital payments responsibly. Issue receipts to customers after completing transactions. Process refunds or exchanges in accordance with applicable procedures. Maintain accuracy when recording purchases and calculating transaction amounts. The successful candidate must ensure that each transaction is completed carefully and that payments are handled with integrity.

2. CUSTOMER SERVICE AND QUEUE MANAGEMENT

Providing friendly and efficient service is an important part of the position.

Responsibilities include:

• Welcome and assist customers in a professional manner.
• Respond to basic customer questions and concerns.
• Help resolve straightforward complaints appropriately.
• Manage customer queues efficiently, particularly during busy periods.
• Communicate clearly with customers and colleagues.
• Contribute to a welcoming and positive restaurant experience.

Candidates should remain calm under pressure and maintain a helpful attitude when dealing with different customer needs.

3. SALES AND PROMOTIONS

The Cashier will also support the restaurant’s sales activities by helping customers understand available offers.

Duties include:

• Inform customers about relevant specials and promotions.
• Recommend additional products where appropriate.
• Identify opportunities to upsell products while maintaining good customer service.
• Support the restaurant’s sales objectives through professional interactions.

A customer-focused sales approach and confidence when communicating with customers will be valuable in this role.

4. CASH CONTROL AND LOSS PREVENTION

The successful candidate must handle transactions responsibly and help protect company assets.

Responsibilities include:

• Balance cash at the end of the shift.
• Prepare and submit end-of-shift reports as required.
• Follow procedures for processing payments, refunds and exchanges.
• Pay attention to transaction details to reduce errors.
• Handle company assets responsibly and follow practices designed to prevent losses.

Honesty, accountability and careful record-keeping are essential for these duties.

5. COUNTER CLEANLINESS AND EQUIPMENT

The Cashier must help maintain a clean and organised front-counter area.

This includes:

• Keep the counter and surrounding work area clean and orderly.
• Maintain an organised workspace during service.
• Operate POS equipment correctly.
• Identify and troubleshoot basic POS issues where possible.
• Report problems that cannot be resolved through basic troubleshooting.

These responsibilities help support smooth service and a professional restaurant environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Strong numeracy skills.
• A professional appearance and attitude.
• The ability to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues.
• Previous cashier or retail experience is preferred but not stated as mandatory.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Suitable candidates should demonstrate the following attributes:

Numerical accuracy: Process payments and transactions correctly. Customer service orientation: Provide friendly, efficient and helpful service. Communication skills: Explain information clearly and interact professionally. Integrity and honesty: Handle cash and company assets responsibly. Attention to detail: Check transactions, receipts and cash records carefully. Stress tolerance: Remain focused during busy periods and long queues. Sales orientation: Promote specials and recommend additional products appropriately. Problem-solving: Address basic customer concerns and POS issues. Professionalism: Maintain a positive attitude and presentable appearance.

WORK CONDITIONS

This is a permanent, entry-level position within Pedros’ Stores division in Vryheid. The role is based in a restaurant environment and involves regular customer interaction, transaction processing and front-counter duties. As the vacancy is connected to a new store opening, successful applicants will have the opportunity to join the launch team and contribute to establishing the store’s working culture. The position requires accuracy, teamwork and the ability to perform efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Specific working hours, shift arrangements, salary details and the store’s opening date were not included in the supplied advertisement.

BENEFITS AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The advertisement highlights the opportunity to:

• Join a newly opening Pedros restaurant.
• Become part of the store’s launch team.
• Develop cashiering, customer service and sales skills.
• Gain experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Contribute to building a positive store culture from day one.

HOW TO APPLYhttps://pedroschicken.simplify.hr/Vacancy/Apply/uwmzqb

Applicants should prepare an up-to-date CV that highlights relevant cashiering, retail or customer service experience, strong numerical skills and the ability to handle transactions responsibly. Pedros is looking for a reliable and customer-focused Cashier to join its new restaurant. If you have strong numerical skills, communicate well and are committed to providing accurate and friendly service, this permanent opportunity may be suitable for you.