Entry Weekend Retail Cashier-Part Time(Contract)-Lancaster
Position in Lancaster, PA
Key Information
- Experience: Open to all levels.
- Flexible Role in Lancaster: Weekend Retail Cashier - Part Time
- Hiring Organization: Dollar General
- Based in: Lancaster, PA (our main Lancaster branch)
- This Lancaster-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Dollar General team in Lancaster, PA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Lancaster, a key hub for the Retail Operations industry.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay: $19-$23/Hour (approx. $25.7k/Year)
- Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type.
- Project-based work with clear objectives.
Responsibilities
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Lancaster location.
Weekend Retail Cashier - Part Time
About Dollar General
Dollar General operates over 19,000 neighborhood stores providing everyday essentials to millions of shoppers. Our retail teams focus on delivering convenient access to household goods and groceries. When you embark on a career in weekend retail cashier job with Dollar General, you are joining you are joining a collaborative store team of 8 to 12 associates who support each other through peak weekend rushes and share accountability for daily store recovery.
Job Summary
Join our weekend retail team for flexible part-time hours that easily fit around your school schedule or second job. Enjoy working alongside dependable coworkers while processing customer transactions efficiently. You will serve as Part-Time, delivering the signature Dependable that sets Dollar General apart in the retail operations.
Comprehensive Responsibilities
- Register Operation: Scan 250 to 350 items per hour accurately using the POS terminal while processing cash, credit, and EBT payments.
- Customer Service: Greet 100 percent of arriving shoppers and resolve pricing discrepancies within 60 seconds using the handheld price checker.
- Merchandising and Recovery: Front-face 4 retail aisles every 2 hours to ensure products are neat, fully visible, and properly tagged with shelf labels.
- Drawer Balancing: Count cash drawers at the start and end of shifts to maintain an accuracy rate of 99.9 percent or higher.
Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary
We invest in our part-time team members with practical perks designed to support your life outside of work.
- Salary: $19.00–$24.00 per hour
- Flexible Scheduling: Build your 15 to 25 weekly hours around weekend shifts that accommodate school, family, or another job.
- Employee Discount: Receive a 30 percent discount on private label items and everyday essentials.
- Tuition Assistance: Access educational support programs and skills training to advance your career path.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age to operate commercial cash handling equipment
- Ability to stand for shifts lasting up to 8 hours on hard retail flooring
- Availability to work both Saturday and Sunday shifts consistently
- Basic math skills to verify cash drawers and calculate change accurately without a calculator
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Entry Weekend Retail Cashier-Part Time position pay at Dollar General?
This role offers a pay range of $19 - $23. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Lancaster.
Where is this Entry Weekend Retail Cashier-Part Time job located?
This position is based in Lancaster, PA. Dollar General has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Lancaster.
How many hours per week is this part-time Entry Weekend Retail Cashier-Part Time role?
Part-time positions at Dollar General generally range from 20 to 30 hours per week with flexible scheduling options. Exact hours depend on business needs and your availability.
Are weekend-only schedules available for this position?
Dollar General offers various scheduling options including weekend shifts. Weekend schedules may come with additional premium pay. Check with the hiring team for current availability in Lancaster.
Does Dollar General offer tuition assistance or education benefits?
Yes, Dollar General offers tuition assistance or education benefits for eligible associates. These programs can help cover tuition, books, and fees toward degrees and certifications — check the listing or ask the employer for full details.
Does Dollar General provide training for new hires?
Yes, Dollar General provides comprehensive paid training for all new associates. This includes safety orientation, equipment operation certification, and role-specific process training.
