Associate or Clerk or Cashier Jobs in New Jersey

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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Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Meat Clerk - PT

Our Tinton Falls, NJ Store is seeking a PT Meat Clerk for its busy department. We also work weekends to take care of our customers, so bring your customer service skills and join our team today......

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 Ramsey, NJ store. Our Bakery Clerks create...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Candy Clerk

Come join our family working the sweetest counter in NJ! Our Ramsey, NJ Store is seeking to add a PT Candy Clerk to its team! Our Candy Clerks are outgoing and approachable, delivering excellent...

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...

Come join our Uncle Giuseppe's family as a PT Produce Clerk at our Ramsey, NJ store! If you love our food, you will love our Produce!! In this role you will collaborate with a team to deliver the...

Eye Care Partners

Optical Sales Associate - Training Provided

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

Cashier

Our busy Tinton Falls, NJ 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...

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...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Meat Clerk

Our Morris Plains, NJ Store is seeking a PT Meat Clerk for its busy department. We also work weekends to take care of our customers, so bring your customer service skills and join our team...

Seasonal Sales Associate

  • Tinton Falls, NJ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tinton Falls, NJ
  • 45+ days ago

messages according to UA Service Model Incorporate product knowledge into selling process by participating in training Retail Operations Maintain standards covering merchandise and floor sets Comply...

Barista / Cashier - Hiring Immediately

  • Belmar, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Belmar, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Join us and inspire with every cup! At Starbucks, its all about connection. People are at the heart of who we are, especially the people that are a part of our store team. We connect with each...

Barista / Cashier Flexible Hours

  • Long Branch, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Join us and inspire with every cup! At Starbucks, its all about connection. People are at the heart of who we are, especially the people that are a part of our store team. We connect with each...

Bilingual Store Associate (Spanish)

  • Bernardsville, NJ
  • 28 days ago
  • Bernardsville, NJ
  • 28 days ago

Store associates work closely with wholesale and retail customers to determine their needs, answer their questions about Sherwin-Williams products, and recommend the right solutions. Store...

Retail Sales Associate (All Positions) - HIRING EVENT

  • Holmdel, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Holmdel, NJ
  • 7 days ago

If golf is your passion, youll love growing the game at Golf Galaxy. We are home to the Trusted Advisors whom every golfer relies on to better their best. What separates us from any other retail...

Residential Sales Representative

  • Clifton, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Clifton, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Company Name: A. J. Perri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Overview: Outside Sales Representative (Comfort Advisor) Earn $175K+ | Uncapped Commission | Company Vehicle & Leads Provided AJ Perri, in...

Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Salary for Associate or Clerk or Cashier Jobs in New Jersey

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 in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.2%
High School or GED
26.4%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
8.9%
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 in New Jersey
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%


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