Congratulations on getting a Costco Cashier Interview.
Cashiers cash out customers, but cashiers also have to be great communicators and work well under pressure.
Here we will discuss how to successfully answer Costco Cashier Interview Questions.
Costco Cashier Interview Questions and Answers
Can you tell us about your work history?
- A cashier will need the following skills: attention to detail, quick learning, communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and teamwork. You may have lots of work experience but try and relate your previous work experience to those skills.
- If this is your first job tell them you have been focusing on school and now you are anxious to prove yourself in the workforce.
Why do you want to be a Cashier?
- State you like to work with customers and like dealing with people, therefore, you feel you would be a good fit as a cashier at Costco.
Why should I hire you?
For this question, you need to have another look at the job description, find the skills they are looking for, and restate those skills. After rereading the job description, this is what I have found.
- Efficiently and accurately processes member orders by ensuring the transfer and accurate scanning of merchandise, entering transactions into the register, collecting payment, and making change when necessary. Performs the Front End opening and closing tasks (skill attention to detail and quick learning)
- Articulates information, both verbally and in writing, in a way that can be easily understood by employees, members, and suppliers. Actively listens to employees, members, and managers, and takes appropriate action as necessary. (skill: communication skills)
- Unselfishly serves others and assists members, employees, and suppliers promptly and effectively while following company procedures (skill: teamwork)
So when asked why should I hire you state:
- Say you are a quick learner and will not have any issues learning the cash register.
- Mention you pay great attention to detail which will help when ensuring accurate scanning of merchandise. Also, state you will accurately collect payments and will make change correctly.
- Say you have great communication skills which will allow you to communicate well with other employees and Costco members.
- Finally, say you have great teamwork skills which will allow you to work well with other employees. (be ready to give an example of teamwork in your prior work experience)
How do you feel about standing for long periods?
- Most jobs in retail will require you to work on your feet for long periods. Tell the interviewer you do not have a problem with this. Wear comfortable, well-fitting shoes with low heels, maintain good posture, and stay hydrated.
Where do you see yourself in five years?
- Have a look at other jobs at Costco and find a job you can see yourself doing in five years. There are lots of opportunities for this retailer to progress. If you sound like you are willing to stay at Costco they will feel like they are not wasting time training you.
Do you have any questions for us?
- What do you like best about working here?
- How do you describe your ideal candidate for this position?
- What about this position is the most important?
- How do you measure my success, and what could I do to meet your expectations?
- Which part of the position has the steepest learning curve? What can I do to get up to speed quickly?
- What opportunities will I have to learn and grow?