Dis-Chem Cashier Opportunity – Thavhani Mall X1
Job Description for Cashier
Essential:
- Grade 12 / Matric
- A minimum of 6 months’ experience cashier/till operations experience
- Computer literate – MS Office
- Sound numerical skills
- Strong command of the English language
- Basic customer service
- Willing and able to work retail hours
Job Description:
- Adhere to Dis-Chem’s customer service policies and procedures
- Establish a professional relationship with customers
- Report customer complaints and compliments to the Frontline Supervisor, or store management
- Adhere to the customer turnover hourly rate
- Be aware of current sales and promotions
- Ensure colleagues and customers are not exposed to any risk
- Carry out and manage Dis-Chem 5 star communication principles
- Be responsible for cash flow
- Ensure all line voids and price changes are approved and signed off by the supervisor
- Exchange merchandise for customers and accept returned goods by customers when authorised to do so
- Transact all purchases – receive and process all payments (cash, bank cards, vouchers, coupons, other forms of payments) accepted by Dis-Chem
- Process all loyalty cards including those of our accelerator partners (Discovery Health Care, Medihelp Lifestage, Momentum Multiply, Legacy Lifestyle, ABSA Rewards and eBucks)
- Ensure cash is placed in drop safe according to Dis-Chem’s SOPs
- Ensure usage of your code and password is restricted to only you; is safe, and is changed regularly
- Ensure all outgoing stock/items/scripts are scanned and paid for
- Ensure that all money is strictly kept safely and securely inside the till
- Handle daily takings confidentially, and only discuss with management
- Be alert, recognise and report suspicious behaviour to management
- Address queries regarding store merchandise
- Adhere to Dis-Chem’s security policies and procedures
Competencies:
Essential:
- In-depth knowledge of operating cash registers, and maintaining cash drawers
- Knowledge of processing sales, refunds and payments
- Strong command of English (written and oral)
- Accuracy
- Attention to detail
- Presentable
- Emotional intelligence
- Social awareness
- Accountability
- Problem-solving
- Analyse basic reports
- Trustworthy and honest
- Time management
Advantageous:
- Third additional language
Special conditions of employment:
- Willing and able to work retail hours
- Reliable transport and/or reside in close proximity to the store
- South African citizen
- Clear credit and criminal records
Remuneration and benefits:
- Market-related salary
- Medical aid
- Provident fund
- Staff account
ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE, PLEASE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.

Receptionist – Melrose Arch
Job Description for Receptionist
Minimum Requirements…Essential:
- Grade 12 / Matric
- Post-School Admin/Secretarial Certificate (advantageous) – NQF Level 5 or equivalent
- 3+ years of experience in a receptionist, administrative support, or customer service role is preferred
Job Specification…
Serve as the first point of contact for the department:
- Greet and assist visitors, clients, and team members with professionalism, warmth, and efficiency.
- Always ensure a positive first impression and a welcoming environment.
Manage the reception and front desk area:
- Maintain a tidy, organized, and fully functional reception space.
- Handle incoming calls, emails, mail distribution, and deliveries.
- Monitor visitor logs and ensure compliance with building access procedures.
Oversee day-to-day office operations:
- Coordinate office supply inventory and restocking.
- Submit and track maintenance requests.
- Ensure communal spaces (e.g., kitchens, lounges, meeting rooms) are clean, well-stocked, and functioning smoothly.
Provide administrative support to teams and leadership:
- Assist with calendar management, meeting preparation, document formatting, travel bookings, and expense reporting.
- Create and maintain accurate records, databases, and filing systems.
Facilitate meeting and event logistics:
- Book and prepare meeting rooms (A/V setup, refreshments, seating), arrange parking or visitor passes, and support internal events by managing RSVPs, materials, and setup.
Coordinate internal communications and requests:
- Act as a liaison between departments for various ad-hoc needs, including document printing, binding, courier services, and urgent team tasks.
- Prioritize and manage competing demands efficiently.
Contribute to continuous office improvement:
- Proactively identify process inefficiencies or gaps in administrative systems and propose or implement practical solutions to enhance day-to-day operations and the employee experience.
Competencies
Essential:
- Communicates clearly and professionally, actively listens, adapts tone and style, and ensures accurate, respectful information exchange with all stakeholders.
- Delivers prompt, professional, and courteous service; anticipates needs, resolves issues efficiently, and ensures a positive experience for all visitors.
- Effectively prioritizes tasks, meets deadlines, and balances multiple responsibilities to maintain smooth office operations and support team productivity.
- Manages multiple tasks and interruptions efficiently, maintaining accuracy and composure while handling diverse responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrates strong skills in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and/or Google Workspace for communication, scheduling, and documentation.
- Efficiently operates multi-line phone systems, directs calls appropriately, takes accurate messages, and manages voicemail systems.
Advantageous:
- Experience in a fast-paced corporate or professional services environment
Special conditions of employment:
- Needs to work under pressure and reach tight deadlines
- South African
- MIE, clear criminal and credit
- Driver’s license and own reliable transport
Remuneration and benefits:
- Market related salary
- Medical aid
- Provident fund
- Staff account
ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE, PLEASE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
Casual Cashier – Brooklyn Mall
Job Description for Casual Cashier
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is continuously looking for Casual Cashiers to build a talent pool for their Brooklyn Mall store. The aim of a strategic talent pool is to have a readily available and pre-screened group of individuals with specific skills, qualifications, or attributes that make them suitable for future job opportunities within Dis-Chem Pharmacies.
Purpose of the role:
Support customer service at point of sale while ensuring a world-class shopping experience. Record customer transactions on the Dis-Chem operating system according to company policies & standard operating procedures, with zero tolerance toward inaccuracies & elimination of fraud risk
Essential:
- Grade 12 / Matric
- A minimum of 6 months’ experience cashier/till operations experience
- Computer literate – MS Office
- Sound numerical skills
- Strong command of the English language
- Basic customer service
- Willing and able to work retail hours
Job Description:
- Adhere to Dis-Chem’s customer service policies and procedures
- Establish a professional relationship with customers
- Report customer complaints and compliments to the Frontline Supervisor, or store management
- Adhere to the customer turnover hourly rate
- Be aware of current sales and promotions
- Ensure colleagues and customers are not exposed to any risk
- Carry out and manage Dis-Chem 5 star communication principles
- Be responsible for cash flow
- Ensure all line voids and price changes are approved and signed off by the supervisor
- Exchange merchandise for customers and accept returned goods by customers when authorised to do so
- Transact all purchases – receive and process all payments (cash, bank cards, vouchers, coupons, other forms of payments) accepted by Dis-Chem
- Process all loyalty cards including those of our accelerator partners (Discovery Health Care, Medihelp Lifestage, Momentum Multiply, Legacy Lifestyle, ABSA Rewards and eBucks)
- Ensure cash is placed in drop safe according to Dis-Chem’s SOPs
- Ensure usage of your code and password is restricted to only you; is safe, and is changed regularly
- Ensure all outgoing stock/items/scripts are scanned and paid for
- Ensure that all money is strictly kept safely and securely inside the till
- Handle daily takings confidentially, and only discuss with management
- Be alert, recognise and report suspicious behaviour to management
- Address queries regarding store merchandise
- Adhere to Dis-Chem’s security policies and procedures
Competencies:
Essential:
- In-depth knowledge of operating cash registers, and maintaining cash drawers
- Knowledge of processing sales, refunds and payments
- Strong command of English (written and oral)
- Accuracy
- Attention to detail
- Presentable
- Emotional intelligence
- Social awareness
- Accountability
- Problem-solving
- Analyse basic reports
- Trustworthy and honest
- Time management
Advantageous:
- Third additional language
Special conditions of employment:
- Willing and able to work retail hours
- Reliable transport and/or reside in close proximity to the store
- South African citizen
- Clear credit and criminal records
Remuneration and benefits:
- Market-related salary
It’s important to note that not all candidates in our talent pool will be hired by Dis-Chem Pharmacies, and being in the talent pool does not guarantee employment. However, it increases a candidate’s chances of being considered and potentially hired when a suitable position aligns with their qualifications and the company’s needs.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
Fixed Term Store Cleaner – Elardus Park
Job Description for Fixed Term Store Cleaner
Dis-Chem Pharmacies require an experienced Fixed Term Cleaner for their Elardus Park store. You will be responsible to maintain a clean and neat store, by Dis-Chem’s hygienic standards. The areas will include the store floor, stock room, dispensary, admin office and canteen
Minimum Requirements…
Essential:
- Grade 12 / Matric
- A minimum of 6 months’ cleaning experience
- Sound command of the English language
- Basic customer service
- Additional language that is area specific
- Willing and able to work retail hours
Advantageous:
- Bilingual
- Previous retail store cleaning experience
Job Specification…
- Provide a daily high standard of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the store, shop floor and communal areas, before the store opens.
- Develop routines to ensure all areas of the store are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness.
- Ensure the canteen and restrooms are clean, and stocked with the necessary products at all times.
- Be available throughout operational hours to clean up as and when required.
- Ensure correct cleaning products and equipment are used for specific jobs.
- Ensure the wet floor sign is up and visible at both ends, when cleaning the floor.
- Be friendly, professional and able to assist customers.
- Perform duties according to Health and Safety Regulations.
Competencies
Essential:
- Prior cleaning experience
- Sound command of English (written and oral)
- Customer service
- Trustworthy and honest
- Attention to detail
- Presentable
- Be able to take instructions and follow through
- Time management
Advantageous:
- Prior retail store cleaning experience
- Bilingual
Special conditions of employment:
- Willing and able to work retail hours
- Able and physically fit for walking, standing, climbing, kneeling, bending, and pushing, pulling lifting and moving objects
- Reliable transport and/or reside in close proximity to the store
- South African citizen
- Clear credit and criminal records
Remuneration and benefits:
- Market related salary
Dis-Chem is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.
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