Associate or Clerk or Cashier Jobs

An Associate, Clerk, or Cashier in the retail industry plays a crucial role in enhancing customer experience, managing transactions, and ensuring smooth operations of the store. Their responsibilities include greeting customers, addressing inquiries, providing product information, and facilitating purchases. They are often the first point of contact for customers, hence, excellent customer service skills are essential. They should also possess basic math skills for handling cash, as well as proficiency in using point-of-sale (POS) systems. Knowledge about the store's products and the ability to communicate effectively are also key. Depending on the establishment, cash handling or food handling certifications may be required.

Prior to becoming an Associate, Clerk, or Cashier, an individual might hold roles such as Sales Assistant, Stock Associate, or Customer Service Representative. These roles would provide them with valuable experience in dealing with customers, managing merchandise, and understanding the retail environment. Furthermore, these positions help in developing the necessary skills like attention to detail, patience, and multitasking, which are crucial for succeeding in the role of an Associate, Clerk, or Cashier in the retail industry.

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HOLLY HUNT

Outside Sales Representative

Why join us? For nearly four decades, Holly Hunt has been the defining voice in modern luxury interiors. We offer exquisite furnishings, an unparalleled showroom experience, and unwavering service...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Cashier

Our busy North Babylon Store is seeking a PT Cashier for their front end. Cashiers are responsible for processing cash, debit, credit and check transactions using a cash register/point of purchase...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Seafood Clerk

Get hooked on our fresh seafood department at Uncle Giuseppe's! Our North Babylon Store is actively seeking a PT Seafood Clerk to join its seafood team! Uncle Giuseppe's gourmet Marketplace serves...

Advanced Technology Services

Inside Sales Representative

Principal Duties/Responsibilities: Generates, qualifies, and manages a consistent pipeline of actionable sales opportunities. Identifies key influencers within the buying cycle to determine...

Booth LLP

Associate Attorney ( Hybrid )

We are looking for a 2-5 year attorney for toxic tort, general liability defense, and employment defense. The job responsibilities include: - Draft pleadings and dispositive motions - Draft and...

Downey & Cleveland, LLP

Associate Attorney ( Hybrid )

We are a civil litigation law firm. Our mission is to provide competent, efficient, and effective representation of our clients through all phases of civil litigation. We are looking for a new...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Bakery Clerk

If you enjoy baked goods in a gourmet store environment, you will love our Bakery Clerk position! We have an immediate need for a PT Bakery Clerk in our North Babylon store. Our Bakery Clerks...

pawTree

Direct Sales Pet Products

  • pawTree
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • pawTree
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

As an independent pawTree petPro, you'll have the opportunity to turn your love for pets into a rewarding career. You will promote and sell pawTree's exclusive line of pet nutrition, grooming, and...

Eye Care Partners

Optical Sales Associate - Willing to Train!

EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Deli Clerk

A little about us..... Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace, where every visit is a journey through the flavors of Italy! As the head destination for Italian groceries and delights, with 11 stores across...

WAI Global

1st Shift Warehouse Shipping Associate

In our commitment to excellence, we're on the lookout for dedicated Outbound Shipping Associates to enhance our team. Your role will be pivotal in utilizing our queue management system to...

HOLLY HUNT

Sales Representative

Why join us? For nearly four decades, Holly Hunt has been the defining voice in modern luxury interiors. We offer exquisite furnishings, an unparalleled showroom experience, and unwavering service...

Schrieber Organization

Virtual Benefits Consultant ( Remote )

(Bonus points for experience in sales, athletics, service industries,student government or leadership. Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.) We’ve Got Your Back Not licensed yet?...

Remote Work
Confidential

SALES REPRESENTATIVE - PRINT MANUFACTURING (Hybrid/Remote)

  • Eagan, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Eagan, MN
  • 3 days ago

As a leading label manufacturer in North America, Smyth takes pride in meeting objectives, strives to make our customers happy, and we enjoy working together. Join our collaborative team and take...

Remote Work
STOREE.AI

Director of Business Development (Remote)

If You’ve Led in Retail - On the Floor or at HQ - We Want to Talk to You. Yes, we’re a tech company. No, you don’t need tech experience. At STOREE.AI, we’ve built a platform that helps managers...

Remote Work

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Mississippi UST Operations Clerk Training
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Salary for Associate or Clerk or Cashier Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Associate or Clerk or Cashiers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.5%
High School or GED
26.0%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
9.0%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Associate or Clerk or Cashiers
None
39.8%
Less than 1 year
35.6%
8-10 years
9.8%
1-2 years
7.3%
2-4 years
6.9%
4-6 years
0.7%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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