Cashier (General)
Receive and disburse money in establishments other than financial institutions. May use electronic scanners, cash registers, or related equipment. May process credit or debit card transactions and validate checks.
At a Glance
Cashier (General) earns an average of $25,267/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1.2–1.5 years. Top skills: Customer Service, Cash Register, Merchandising.
$25,267/yr
High school or GED
1.2–1.5 years
142
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Cashiers
Median Wage
$31,190/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-9.9%
Education
No formal educational credential
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (15)
Cash Register
Merchandising
Cash Handling
Selling Techniques
Point Of Sale
Lifting Ability
Merchandise Returns
Merchandise Exchanges
General Mathematics
Stocking Merchandise
Customer Complaint Resolution
Cashiering
Food Services
Sanitation
Loyalty Programs
Common Skills (15)
Customer Service
Sales
Communication
Cleanliness
Multitasking
Enthusiasm
Professionalism
Operations
Management
Strong Work Ethic
Interpersonal Communications
Detail Oriented
Arithmetic
Greeting Customers
Related Specializations
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