What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cashier/Customer Service position at Community Thrift?
Job Title: Cashier / Retail Sales Associate – Community Thrift Hermiston (Opening May 2026)
Location: 1625 N First St, Hermiston, OR 97838
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Pay: $15.05 per hour employee discount
Schedule: Flexible shifts including weekends (store hours approx. 9 AM – 7 PM)
About Us
Community Thrift is a locally owned thrift store bringing affordable treasures and community giving to Hermiston! We’re opening our new location at 1625 N First St. in May 2026 and building a friendly, hardworking team to help us launch successfully.
Position Summary
We’re seeking positive, reliable Cashiers who excel at delivering exceptional customer service. You’ll be the face of our store — creating a welcoming atmosphere, handling transactions smoothly, and helping resolve any issues with patience and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet every customer with a warm smile and provide friendly, helpful service
- Operate the cash register accurately, process payments, handle returns, and bag purchases
- De-escalate customer conflicts calmly and professionally while maintaining a positive attitude
- Keep the checkout area and surrounding sales floor clean, organized, and inviting at all times
- Answer questions, assist shoppers in finding items, and ensure a welcoming shopping experience for everyone
- Work cooperatively with the team to maintain a clean and pleasant store environment
- Assist with sales floor recovery and restocking as needed
What We’re Looking For
- Friendly and outgoing personality with a genuine desire to help others
- Reliable and punctual — we need team members who show up ready to create a great experience every shift
- Strong customer service skills, including the ability to de-escalate conflicts with patience and empathy
- Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and clean environment for all shoppers
- Comfort handling money and performing basic math
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Flexibility to work some weekends
- No prior experience required — we provide full training!
Benefits
- Starting pay at Oregon minimum wage ($15.05/hr)
- Employee discount on all purchases
- Flexible scheduling
- Fun, team-oriented work environment
- Opportunity to grow with a new local business
- Make a difference — part of every sale supports local nonprofits
How to Apply
Apply right here on really today! We’re hiring immediately for pre-opening training so we can hit the ground running in May.
Community Thrift Hermiston is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.05 per hour
Expected hours: 25.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15