Cashiers
| Description |
OES Code: 49023 |
Cashiers receive and disburse money in establishments other than financial institutions. Usually involves use of adding machines, cash registers, or change makers. May also include processing credit card transactions.
Wages, California
| Entry-Level Hourly Wage |
minimum |
| 25th Percentile |
$6.53 |
| 50th Percentile |
$7.86 |
| 75th Percentile |
$10.28 |
Wages, San Joaquin County
| Entry-Level Hourly Wage |
minimum |
| 25th Percentile |
$6.27 |
| 50th Percentile |
$7.45 |
| 75th Percentile |
$9.14 |
Wages by California County
• OES Survey
• CCOIS Survey
There can be big differences in wages, depending on amount of experience, job duties, and skills required; type and location of the business; and union membership.
Hours & Benefits
Many places employing Cashiers are often open late, seven days a week. However, Cashiers in these places usually only work 40 hours per week. Stores handle this in several ways. Some use an early and late shift of full time employees, while others use one full time shift and one of part time employees to work evenings and weekends. A third method is to use a rotating shift and give employees compensating time off during the middle of the week for weekend and holiday work.
Benefits available to many Cashiers and Cashier-Wrappers include paid holidays, vacation, life and health insurance, sick leave, and pension plans.
Employment Trends, California
| Employment 1998 |
307,100 |
| Projected Employment 2008 |
375,800 |
| Percent Change 1998-2008 |
22.4% |
| Separations 1998-2008 |
148,800 |
Employment Trends, San Joaquin County
| Employment 1999 |
4,340 |
| Projected Employment 2006 |
5,390 |
| Percent Change 1999-2006 |
24.2% |
| Separations 1999-2006 |
1,550 |
Employment Trends by California County
Working Conditions
Because most of the business owners that Cashiers work for want their customers to be comfortable and happy, their work places are usually well lighted, cooled and heated. Cashiers and Cashier-Wrappers work around other employees all the time and deal with the public directly. Cashiers have to be alert and courteous all the time. They have to be on their feet all day, and they often have to bend, stoop, reach for and sometimes lift things. In some stores, they may be required to wear smocks or uniforms provided by the employer.
Advancement
In most grocery chains, opportunities for promotion are good. Grocery Cashiers usually start as courtesy clerks or clerk’s helpers who bag, clean-up and stock shelves. Cashiers interested in working toward full time careers may be able to advance to department head clerk and eventually to store manager.
Getting the Job & Other Information
People interested in getting work as Cashiers and Cashier-Wrappers should contact employers directly, or they can file an application with the California Employment Development Department. They should also contact the local unions and read the newspaper ads.
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Most employers have on-the-job training programs in which Cashiers and Cashier-Wrappers learn all about their work. The best way to prepare for these programs is to graduate from high school with classes in arithmetic, public speaking, and English. When Cashier openings occur, courtesy clerks/clerk’s helpers are given first consideration
Skills & Other Requirements
Experience with computer scanning cash registers are preferred. Additional preferred skills include clerical and bookkeeping skills preferred, public contact skills, and basic math. Applicants also need easy-to-read handwriting.
People in these jobs represent their employers when dealing with the public. Because of this, poise, alertness, and tact along with a neat, well-groomed appearance, and a nice personality are essential. Good communication skills, accurate arithmetic, and honesty are also a must.
References
California Occupational Guide: #31
Related Occupations: Receptionists & Information Clerks, Tellers, Counter & Rental Clerks, Retail Salespersons
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