Customer-Facing Retail Cashier Opportunity at Brights Hardware – Plattekloof
Brights Hardware is recruiting a professional and customer-focused Cashier – Frontline Department to join its Plattekloof branch on a permanent basis in the Western Cape. This associate-level role is ideal for an experienced retail cashier who is accurate, vigilant, and committed to delivering efficient, friendly service in a high-volume retail environment.
The position plays a vital role in maintaining excellent customer satisfaction through accurate transaction handling, strong cash control, and adherence to frontline service standards.
About the Role
The Cashier – Frontline Department is responsible for ensuring smooth and accurate point-of-sale operations. This includes following cash register procedures, processing payments correctly, maintaining security protocols, and providing a welcoming, efficient checkout experience for customers.
Accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure are essential to success in this role.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Service and Frontline Interaction
The successful candidate will greet customers professionally, assist them during checkout, and ensure a positive final impression of the store through friendly and efficient service.
Cash Handling and Register Operations
Responsibilities include following cash-up procedures, checking cash received from customers, processing EFT payments, and ensuring all sales are rung up accurately and efficiently on the register.
Security and Cash Control
The role requires handing over cash drops to a superior for security purposes, remaining vigilant for suspicious behaviour, and adhering strictly to internal cash-handling controls.
Packing and Transaction Completion
The cashier will pack purchased items into shopping bags, issue gift cards, manage customer reward cards, and cash in points accurately.
Daily Cash-Ups and Reporting
The role includes performing daily cash-ups, maintaining accurate transaction records, and supporting perpetual stocktakes when required.
Housekeeping and Operational Support
Maintaining a clean and organised work area is essential. The cashier will also perform additional work-related tasks as delegated by management.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates applying for this role must meet the following requirements:
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Matric or equivalent qualification
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Minimum 1 year experience in a similar cashier role
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Completion of Brights Induction (Service Excellence)
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Clear credit record
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Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
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High levels of awareness and vigilance
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Ability to handle pressure in a busy retail environment
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Good numerical skills
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision
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Exceptional organisational ability and attention to detail
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Willingness to work flexible hours and holidays as required by the business
Key Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong capability in:
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Cash handling and POS accuracy
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Customer service and communication
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Attention to detail and multitasking
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Security awareness
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Time management and reliability
Fundamental Competencies
This role requires an individual who is:
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Customer-focused and service-driven
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Honest, reliable, and detail-oriented
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Calm and professional under pressure
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Organised and disciplined
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Committed to maintaining high retail standards
Employment Details
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Position Type: Permanent
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Company: Brights Hardware
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Division: Franchise
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Business Unit: Plattekloof
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Department: Frontline
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Location: Plattekloof, Western Cape
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Industry: Retail
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Job Functional Area: Finance
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Experience Level: Associate
Apply for Cashier – Frontline Department
Candidates who meet the above requirements and are passionate about delivering excellent frontline service are encouraged to apply.
Closing Date: 10 February 2026
Applications can be submitted via the official recruitment platform below:
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If you are not contacted within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Employment Equity
Brights Hardware is committed to reflecting the diversity of South Africa’s workforce. Recruitment and appointments will be conducted in line with the company’s Employment Equity targets, and the company reserves the right to amend terms and conditions where required.
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