Self Checkout Clerk

Hy-Vee, Inc.Ames, IA
Onsite

About The Position

Our Self-Checkout Clerks play a key role in keeping the front end of the store running smoothly by guiding customers through the self-checkout experience and stepping in whenever a helping hand is needed. In this role, you'll combine friendly customer service with a solid understanding of register operations to make checkout quick, easy, and enjoyable for every customer. If you enjoy working with people, stay calm under pressure, and take pride in delivering a great experience, we'd love to have you on our team.

Requirements

  • Follow detailed written or verbal instructions and work through tasks with a few concrete variables
  • Perform arithmetic calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages
  • Understand and follow verbal or demonstrated directions and communicate supply needs orally or in writing
  • Work effectively as part of a team to deliver a great customer experience

Responsibilities

  • Provide prompt, friendly customer service by greeting customers with a smile, learning their names, and making every interaction a positive one
  • Assist customers at self-checkout lanes, educating them on how to use the equipment and ensuring their orders are processed accurately and efficiently
  • Perform product scanning and order processing with occasional bagging and ensure proper handling of all forms of tender and coupons
  • Operate the cash register accurately when needed and process all payment types including cash, checks, credit cards, coupons, food stamps, WIC checks, rain checks, in-store charges, and lottery transactions
  • Count back change, issue receipts, and provide cash refunds or credit memorandums for returned merchandise as needed
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines regarding WIC, food stamps, and the sale of tobacco, liquor, and lottery tickets
  • Assist courtesy personnel and support drive-up and carry-out service as needed
  • Stay knowledgeable of item look-up numbers, department numbers, item features, and weekly ad price changes and sale items
  • Stock, face, and rotate merchandise, clean shelves, understand shelf tags, and take customers to items when requested
  • Keep the register and self-checkout area clean, ensure adequate supplies are available, and report improper cash levels in the cash drawer
  • Verify register balances at the beginning and end of each shift where applicable
  • Communicate clearly on the intercom or telephone and answer customer questions, following up with appropriate personnel as needed
  • Stay aware of your surroundings to support store safety and security
  • Assist store management with displays and decorations for special promotions and events as needed
  • Assist in other areas of the store as needed and take on special projects as assigned
  • Maintain strict adherence to personal hygiene, dress standards, and all Hy-Vee policies and store guidelines
  • Report to work when scheduled and on time
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