Start your mission volunteer experience with The Salvation Army today! We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role, we invite you to review our current vacancies. ABOUT US The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. The Salvation Army Nursery is a vibrant place where great things happen. Our Nursery is open to the public, and we have a large selection of plants for our shoppers to meander through the grounds. Position: Retail Cashier Retail Cashiers play an important role in bringing diligence, professionalism, and friendliness to ensure transactions at the point of sale run smoothly and efficiently. This role is often the first point of contact for customers when entering the Nursery or to ask questions whilst they are shopping or to direct customers to the location of plants. Key responsibilities: Customer Service: With your friendly and engaging personality, ensure all customers are warmly greeted and provided guidance to the areas and informed of any specials. Point of Sale: Bring your attentive and patient service to assist with sales transactions, answering customer enquiries in our retail store and over the phone. Displays and Merchandising: With the guidance of the Nursery Manager, ensure items in the point of sale area are displayed attractively and safely with clear thoroughfares. Qualifications and Skills (Desired/Required): Experience in retail, cash & Eftpos sale systems, and customer service preferred but not mandatory as volunteers are always supported with on-the-job training. Background Check Requirements: Background checks play an important part in our commitment to being a safe organisation. Where an applicant has disclosable history, the selection process includes a fair assessment and a risk management approach. Collection of personal information is handled per our privacy and confidentiality policies. Below is what is required for this role: As this role involves handling money, it requires a Police Check. Time Required & Commitment: As agreed with manager. Development Opportunities with this Role: This role will give volunteers an opportunity to develop skills and build experience in retail practices and dealing with customers. The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people. The Salvation Army is a child-safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child-related roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Additionally, certain volunteer roles may require a National Police Check. #J-18808-Ljbffr