eGigHow to hire a cashier
You need someone to handle billing and payments accurately and keep the cash counter running smoothly. Here is what to pay, what to look for, and the fastest way to find good candidates.
What to pay
Offering at or above the middle of the range brings more and better applicants. Pay by city
What to look for
- 12th pass or graduate
- Good with numbers
- Honest and careful with cash
- Basic computer skills
- Cashier experience is a plus
Signs of a strong candidate
- POS billing software and UPI and card handling
- Accurate cash closing with no shortages
- Supermarket chains and petrol pumps with night shifts
Hire in 4 steps
- Write the job. Start from our cashier job description and add your timings, location and benefits.
- Post it free on eGig with the salary shown. Verified employers go live at once, and matching members get it by email and WhatsApp.
- Shortlist and interview. Use a short practical task and our interview questions with answers to look for.
- Make the offer with the free offer letter generator, then an appointment letter on joining.
Questions employers ask
How much should I pay a cashier?
Typical pay is ₹10,000–₹15,000 a month for a fresher and ₹15,000–₹20,000 with 2–5 years’ experience. Big-city employers usually pay 10–15% more.
Where can I find a cashier?
Post the job free on eGig with the salary shown; jobs with salary get more applicants. You can also search member profiles by skill and city, and invite freelancers for short projects.
What should I ask in the interview?
Ask about real situations from their past work, test the core skill with a short task, and check how they communicate. Our free interview question list for this role has answers to look for.