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Cashier

Fresh Thyme Market · Fairview Heights, IL · $15.00–$16.50 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 8, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you helped a customer who was in a bad mood.

What they are checking: Patience and friendliness, which affect how customers feel about the whole store.

Tell me about a time you had to stay focused during a repetitive task.

What they are checking: Accuracy over a long shift at the register.

What's your availability, and how do you handle a last-minute shift change?

What they are checking: Reliability, since the front end depends on cashiers showing up as scheduled.

What would you do

A customer says they were overcharged for an item. What do you do?

What they are checking: Checking calmly, fixing it per policy and calling a coordinator when needed.

The line is long and a customer wants to chat. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Being warm with a regular while still respecting the people waiting behind them in line.

What would you do if you thought someone gave you a fake bill?

What they are checking: Following policy and calling a coordinator calmly instead of confronting the customer.

A customer forgot their wallet and asks you to hold their groceries. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can be genuinely helpful to a customer while still following store rules on holds.

About the work

Cashiers here handle sales at the front registers and keep control of cash. How do you make sure your drawer balances at the end of a shift?

What they are checking: Care with counting change and following procedures that protect company money.

How would you learn produce codes and items you've never seen before?

What they are checking: Willingness to learn natural and organic products that may be new to them.

How do you bag groceries so things don't get crushed?

What they are checking: Attention to detail that customers notice when they unpack.

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The full job description

As published by Fresh Thyme Market.

If you’re someone who has a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives, join us as we work to be a trusted resource in our communities, offering real people, real food at real affordable prices across the Midwest. If you are ready to immerse yourself in an environment, that helps shoppers naturally, intuitively, and enjoyably find real, honest, affordable goodness to meet them wherever they are on their wellness journey, we’d like to hear from you. Join us to begin YOUR journey and be a part of the Fresh Thyme Market Team! Fresh Thyme Rewards • Weekly pay • Scheduling flexibility • Paid parental leave • Team member discount • Career growth opportunities Are you passionate about the retail grocery market and organic products? Are you a leader? Are you ready to join one of the fastest growing companies in the retail grocery market? If so, Fresh Thyme Farmers Market is the place for you! Our unique business model, fast paced and growing environment, promote from within culture, and excellent benefits make Fresh Thyme the best employer in the grocery market. Careers have been blooming at Fresh Thyme since our inception in 2012 - yours should be no different! The Cashier is responsible for the efficient expedition of customer sales transactions at the front registers. Must maintain proper control of cash, ensure customer satisfaction, and safeguard company assets. They are required to assist customers as needed and maintain a friendly, energetic demeanor. This position requires adhering to all procedural guidelines set by the Front End Department. Essential Duties & Responsibilities · Walks the store prior to each shift to ensure awareness of promotional and sale items; do produce walk and weekly testing. · Computes bill, itemized lists, and tickets showing amount due. · Receives payment by cash, check, credit cards, gift cards, or automatic debits. · Issues receipts, refunds, credits, rain checks or change due to customers. · Operates cash register by passing price coded items across electronic scanner to record price, enter in PLU or UPC manually, compile printed list, and display cost of customer purchase, tax, and rebates on monitor screen. · Greets customers entering store and responds promptly to customer needs. · Maintains clean and orderly checkout areas and make sure no personnel items are in the area. · Issues coupons and rain checks. · Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience · High school diploma or equivalency degree. · Preferred 1 -2 years grocery retail experience in Front End department processes and procedures. · Previous experience in a natural foods industry is a plus. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities · Must maintain the highest level of customer service at all times. · Ability to adapt to the ever changing high volume retail while working in a cross-functional team environment. · Must have the capacity to take initiative when problems arise. · Flexibility to adapt in a variety of situations. · Must have advanced attention to detail with the capability to prioritize and meet deadlines. · Excellent written communication and documentation skills. · Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills for dealing cross functionally with peers and senior management. · Must have knowledge with MS Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel. · Ability to multitask and have excellent organizational skills is essential. · Must be able to support and contribute to team goals. · Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates. · Must have basic knowledge of math, weights, and measures. · Demonstrate ability to use a Point of Sale System (POS). Job Function Analysis Physical Demands · Sit Rarely 1–2 hours · Stand Continuously 1–8 hours · Walk Continuously 2–8 hours · Drive Frequently 2-4 hours · Balance Frequently 34–66% · Bend Occasionally 1–33% · Climb (2–6 ft) Occasionally 1–33% · Crawl Occasionally 1–33% · Crouch/Squat Occasionally 1–33% · Kneel Occasionally 1–33% · Reach (forward & overhead) Frequently 34–66% · Twist (45 degrees at waist) Occasionally 1–33% Lifting/Carrying · 0–10 lbs. Occasionally 1–33% · 11–25 lbs. Occasionally 1–33% · 26–50 lbs. Occasionally 1–33% · 51–100 lbs. Never 0% Repetitive Motion Right & Left Grasping Frequently 34–66% Fine Manipulation Occasionally 1–33% Pushing and Pulling Occasionally 1–33% Lower extremities Never 0% Environmental Conditions: Some extreme temperatures are possible. Some ventilation and exhaust fans. At Fresh Thyme, our team members Thrive . We offer competitive compensation, incentive programs, and recognition programs that allows our most successful team members to be rewarded for the results they consistently drive and for being passionate about working safely to ensure 200% accountability - 100% accountability for self and 100% accountability for your fellow team members. Therefore, we are committed to offering competitive pay that reflects market standards and ensures consistency within our organization. This job generally starts between the rates below with raises occurring in accordance with the Fresh Thyme Market plan policy. The actual rate offered will meet or surpass the legal wage requirement for the job's location. $15.00 - $16.50 Our team members Thrive because we are committed to the whole person. Not only do we offer a comprehensive benefits package for our full time team members that includes medical, dental, and life insurance, but we also offer a variety of programs designed to support our part time members as well. ALL Fresh Thyme team members enjoy paid parental leave, our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, and our 401(k) plan with an employer match. We are dedicated to creating a work environment that promotes long-term health and financial security. Come Thrive with us!

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