Cashier Jobs for Students

While you study, there is every chance you will need to find some part-time work to help to pay the bills. For decades now, working as a cashier has been one of the most popular jobs for students.

Though a lot of retail has moved online, there are still plenty of cashier jobs for students who want to pursue this role.

What a Cashier Job Involves

Cashier jobs involve taking payments as we all know, but there are often other duties involved, such as:

• Issuing refunds and helping with customer returns.
• Cashing up at the end of the day and ensuring takings tally.
• Stocking up the till with change.
• Dealing with customer enquiries.
• Working as part of a team to ensure the smooth running of the store.

Every cashier job is slightly different, and some different companies incorporate the cashier role into a more general retail assistant role, which may also involve things like stacking shelves.

Why Are Cashier Jobs Suitable for Students?

There are several reasons cashier jobs are so popular among students:

• The hours are often flexible, which is great when you are trying to juggle work with studying.
• You can learn new skills, such as customer service, cash handling, and teamwork.
• It is a relatively low-pressure job, so it may not add too much stress to your day.
• Many retail positions will offer a living wage even if you are under the age of 25.

Is a Cashier Job Good for Your CV?

All work experience is positive when you graduate. Working as a cashier is a great way to add some experience to your CV, especially if you are looking to work in customer-facing roles in the future. Many of the skills you learn as a cashier, such as communication, are transferable to other roles.

Being a cashier also shows that you are trustworthy and able to handle cash payments.

How to Find Cashier Jobs for Students?

There are many ways to find cashier jobs, including checking the websites of large companies such as supermarkets and discount stores.

There are also regular opportunities posted here on our student and graduate jobs board, which can help you earn some money while you study.