Looking for a cashier job in South Africa for 2026? A new opportunity has opened at Balfourmed Pharmacy for a Frontshop Assistant Cashier on a 6-month contract. This role is ideal for friendly, customer-focused individuals who enjoy working with people and have retail or pharmacy experience. If you have Matric and want to join a respected pharmacy environment where customer service matters, this vacancy could be the perfect opportunity to grow your career.
Job Overview
Company: Balfourmed Pharmacy at SPAR
Position: Frontshop Assistant Cashier
Job Type: 6-Month Contract
Location: East London, South Africa
Industry: Pharmacy Retail
Closing Date: 25 June 2026
Application Method: Email Application
Balfourmed Pharmacy is currently seeking a professional and reliable Frontshop Assistant Cashier to join its team in East London. The company is looking for a candidate who can provide excellent customer service while assisting with daily retail and pharmacy frontshop operations.
This opportunity is suitable for candidates who are passionate about helping customers, handling transactions accurately, and maintaining a welcoming retail environment.
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What You’ll Be Doing
As a Frontshop Assistant Cashier, your daily responsibilities may include:
- Providing friendly and professional customer service.
- Processing purchases accurately using the point-of-sale system.
- Handling cash, card, and electronic payment transactions.
- Assisting customers with general enquiries.
- Maintaining clean and organised frontshop areas.
- Replenishing stock and ensuring shelves remain well stocked.
- Supporting pharmacy staff with daily retail operations.
- Completing cash-up procedures at the end of shifts.
- Ensuring customers enjoy a positive shopping experience.
- Following company policies and retail procedures.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this position, applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Minimum of 1 year pharmacy retail experience.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Customer-service orientated personality.
- Honest, reliable and trustworthy.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Strong attention to detail when handling transactions.
- Basic computer literacy will be advantageous.
- Basic Pharmacist Assistant Certificate will be an added advantage.
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Why This Job Is a Great Opportunity
Many job seekers struggle to find retail positions that offer valuable industry experience. This vacancy provides an opportunity to work within a professional pharmacy environment while developing customer service, retail, cash handling and administration skills.
Benefits of this opportunity include:
- Gain experience in the pharmacy retail sector.
- Work with an established and trusted pharmacy brand.
- Improve customer service and sales skills.
- Build experience that can strengthen your CV.
- Learn retail operations in a fast-paced environment.
- Opportunity to expand professional networks.
- Valuable experience for future retail and pharmacy careers.
For individuals interested in retail, pharmacy support services, cashier work or customer service careers, this position offers excellent exposure and practical experience.
How To Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV before the closing date.
Email Address: hr@balfourmed.co.za
Make sure your CV is updated and highlights your retail, cashier, customer service and pharmacy-related experience where applicable.
Closing Date: 25 June 2026
Applications submitted after the closing date may not be considered.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Where is the job located?
The position is based in East London, South Africa.
2. What is the contract duration?
The contract will run for six months.
3. Is Matric required?
Yes, Grade 12 (Matric) is a minimum requirement.
4. Is pharmacy experience necessary?
Yes, applicants should have at least one year of pharmacy retail experience.
5. How do I apply?
Send your updated CV to hr@balfourmed.co.za before 25 June 2026.
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