What the job involves
- Serving customers at the till or self-checkout
- Handling cash, cards and refunds accurately
- Checking ID for age-restricted items
- Keeping the checkout area clear
What employers look for
- Accuracy with money
- Staying friendly in a queue
- Confidence refusing a sale when you need to
You'll often be asked to check ID for age-restricted items such as alcohol, tobacco, vapes and knives. Many shops follow a Challenge 25 policy, and you can always refuse a sale if you're not sure.
How to stand out
How to apply: use the job's Apply button to go to the employer's own application page. What the employer sees and how decisions are made.
In your application or screening conversation:
- Mention any till or cash-handling experience
- Give an example of dealing with a difficult customer politely
- Say which shifts you can do