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Checkout Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Self Checkout Clerk

Peoria, IL · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

Self-Checkout Clerk Department: Grocery FLSA : Non-Exempt General Function : Provides prompt and friendly service to customers and assist them when necessary. Operates a cash register and the duties ...

Self Checkout Clerk

Peoria, IL · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

Self-Checkout Clerk Department: Grocery FLSA : Non-Exempt General Function : Provides prompt and friendly service to customers and assist them when necessary. Operates a cash register and the duties ...

Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #1938 7050 S CICERO AVE, BEDFORD PARK, IL, 60638, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and thank ...

Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #5398 3902 W RIVERSIDE BLVD, ROCKFORD, IL, 61101, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and thank ...

Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #1451 100 LINCOLN AVE, BEARDSTOWN, IL, 62618, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and thank customers ...

Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #1892 9450 JOLIET RD, HODGKINS, IL, 60525, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and thank customers, ring ...

Checkout Team Associate

Roscoe, IL · On-site

$15 - $28/hr

Opening, Morning, Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #3837 4781 E ROCKTON RD, ROSCOE, IL, 61073, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and ...

Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #361 1040 COLLINSVILLE CROSSING BLVD, COLLINSVILLE, IL, 62234, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and ...

Checkout Team Associate

Harvard, IL · On-site

$15 - $28/hr

Opening, Morning, Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #1211 21101 MCGUIRE RD, HARVARD, IL, 60033, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and ...

Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #798 108 KYDEN DR, MARSHALL, IL, 62441, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and thank customers, ring up ...

Opening, Morning, Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #334 18600 SHIPMAN BLACKT, CARLINVILLE, IL, 62626, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet ...

Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #933 311 E ROUTE 38, ROCHELLE, IL, 61068, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and thank customers, ring ...

Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #3602 1100 LEJUNE DR, SPRINGFIELD, IL, 62703, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and thank customers ...

Checkout Team Associate

Normal, IL · On-site

$15 - $28/hr

Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #1125 300 GREENBRIAR DR, NORMAL, IL, 61761, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and thank customers ...

Mid-Shift, Closing Location Wal-Mart #830 1901 1ST AVE, ROCK FALLS, IL, 61071, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and thank customers, ring up items ...

Checkout Team Associate

Marion, IL · On-site

$15 - $28/hr

Opening, Morning Location Walmart Supercenter #216 2802 OUTER DR, MARION, IL, 62959, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and thank customers, ring up ...

Checkout Team Associate

Peoria, IL · On-site

$15 - $28/hr

Mid-Shift, Closing Location Wal-Mart #1323 3315 N UNIVERSITY ST, PEORIA, IL, 61604, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and thank customers, ring up ...

Opening, Morning, Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #1734 2610 N PROSPECT AVE, CHAMPAIGN, IL, 61822, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet ...

Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #1553 314 WEST ARMY TRAIL ROAD, BLOOMINGDALE, IL, 60108, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and thank ...

Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #1497 22401 CENTRAL AVE, RICHTON PARK, IL, 60471, US Job Overview Front End Checkout associates run our registers. They smile, greet and thank ...

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How much do checkout jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for checkout in Illinois is $15.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.03 and $16.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by checkout clerks and how can they be managed effectively?

Checkout clerks often encounter challenges such as handling long queues during peak hours, managing difficult customer interactions, and ensuring transaction accuracy under pressure. To manage these effectively, it's important to develop strong communication skills, remain patient and courteous, and stay organized while multitasking. Many stores provide training in customer service and point-of-sale systems, and teamwork with floor staff and supervisors helps ensure smooth operations and prompt assistance when needed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a checkout operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Checkout Operator (Cashier), you need basic math skills, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, barcode scanners, and cash handling procedures is typically required. Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving abilities help create positive shopping experiences and resolve issues efficiently. These skills ensure transactions are accurate, customers are satisfied, and the checkout process runs smoothly.

What is a checkout clerk?

Checkout clerks, also known as cashiers, are employees responsible for processing customer purchases at the point of sale in retail stores. They scan items, handle payments, provide receipts, and assist with bagging merchandise. Additionally, checkout clerks may answer customer questions, resolve transaction issues, and ensure the checkout area is clean and organized. Their role is essential for maintaining efficient store operations and providing a positive customer experience.

What is the difference between Checkout vs Cashier?

AspectCheckoutCashier
Primary RoleProcessing customer transactions at checkout countersHandling payments, giving change, and managing cash register
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, supermarkets, online platformsRetail stores, supermarkets, restaurants
Required CredentialsBasic math skills, customer service experienceBasic math skills, customer service experience
Common UsagePoint-of-sale stations, checkout lanesCash registers, payment counters

Checkout and Cashier roles often overlap, but Checkout typically refers to the process of completing a purchase at a point-of-sale, while Cashier emphasizes handling cash transactions and managing the register. Both roles require similar skills and are found in retail environments, but the term 'Checkout' is more process-oriented, whereas 'Cashier' focuses on payment handling.

What is checkout work?

Checkout work involves processing customer purchases at a retail or grocery store register. It includes scanning items, handling payments, and providing customer service, often requiring basic math skills and familiarity with point-of-sale systems.
What are the most commonly searched types of Checkout jobs in Illinois? The most popular types of Checkout jobs in Illinois are:
What cities in Illinois are hiring for Checkout jobs? Cities in Illinois with the most Checkout job openings:
Infographic showing various Checkout job openings in Illinois as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 46% Full Time, 50% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,231 per year, or $15 per hour.

Self Checkout Clerk

Hy-Vee, Inc.

Peoria, IL • On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 17 days ago


Hy-Vee rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 1,658 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 122 rated grocery stores


Job description

Additional Considerations (if any):
Night & Weekend Shifts Required
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At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.
Job Description:
Job Title: Self-Checkout Clerk
Department: Grocery
FLSA: Non-Exempt
General Function:
Provides prompt and friendly service to customers and assist them when necessary. Operates a cash register and the duties which correspond. Package product, work with drive-up and/or carry-out. Replenishes product as needed.
Core Competencies:
  • Partnerships
  • Growth mindset
  • Results oriented
  • Customer focused
  • Professionalism

Reporting Relations:
Accountable and Reports to: District Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of HWH, Perishables, Store Operations and eCommerce; Service Managers
Positions that Report to you: None
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service by exhibiting caring, concern and patience in all customer interactions and treating customers as the most important people in the store.
  • Smiles and greets customers in a friendly manner, whether the encounter takes place in the employee's designated department or elsewhere in the store.
  • Makes an effort to learn customers' names and to address them by name whenever possible.
  • Assists customers by:
    • escorting them to the products they're looking for
    • securing products that are out of reach
    • loading or unloading heavy items
    • making note of and passing along customer suggestions or requests
    • performing other tasks in every way possible to enhance the shopping experience.
  • Answers the telephone promptly when called upon and provides friendly, helpful service to customers who call.
  • Works with co-workers as a team to ensure customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environment.
  • Assisting customers with their orders at the self-checkout lanes.
  • Educating the customer on how to use the equipment.
  • Performs product scanning and processing of customer's order in an accurate, efficient and prompt manner with occasional bagging.
  • Ensures proper handling of all forms of tender and coupons.
  • Operates cash register accurately and scans product when needed.
  • Redeems promotional coupons, food stamps, WIC checks, issues rain checks, receives cash, checks, completes credit-card charge transactions, in-store charges and figures discounts, as well as, counts back change and issues receipts.
  • Assists courtesy clerk position as needed.
  • Places merchandise in bags or boxes, gives packages to customers, and assists courtesy personnel as needed.
  • Answers customer questions and concerns and follows-up with appropriate personnel.
  • Understands and follows local, state, and company policies on sales of tobacco, liquor, and lottery tickets.
  • Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines regarding WIC and food stamps.
  • Required to know value, look-up numbers, department numbers, and features of items for which money is received.
  • Stocks, faces, rotates merchandise, cleans shelves, understands shelf tags, knows location of merchandise in the store and in the back room, and takes customers to an item when requested.
  • Perceives immediate surroundings for customer needs and problems for store safety and security.
  • Communicates clearly and distinctly on the intercom or telephone system.
  • Reviews weekly store ad to note price changes and sale items.
  • Keeps register area clean, ensures adequate supplies are ready and available, reports improper cash levels in cash drawer, and helps maintain the store appearance.
  • Compares totals on cash register with amount of currency in register to verify balances at the beginning and end of work shift, (where applicable).
  • May give cash refunds or issue credit memorandums to customers for returned merchandise or know where to direct the customer.
  • Understands and practices proper sanitation procedures and ensures the work area is always clean and neat.
  • Maintains strict adherence to department and company guidelines related to personal hygiene and dress.
  • Adheres to company policies and individual store guidelines.
  • Reports to work when scheduled and on time.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Assists store management as required (i.e., store displays, decorations for special promotion/events).
  • Knows code dates on perishable items and can explain to customers.
  • Changes register tape and ribbons as necessary.
  • Assists in other areas of store as needed.
  • Performs other job related duties and special projects as required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:
  • Must be able to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or verbal instructions; deal with a few concrete variables.
  • Must have the ability to do arithmetic calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • Have the ability to understand and follow verbal or demonstrated instructions; write identifying information; request supplies verbally or in writing.

Education and Experience:
No education or experience requirements.
Physical Requirements:
  • Must be physically able to exert up to 50 pounds of force frequently; and exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Can be accommodated)
  • Visual requirements include vision from less than 20 inches to more than 20 feet with or without correction, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision.
  • Must be able to perform the following physical activities: Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

Working Conditions:
This position is frequently exposed to temperature extremes and possible dampness. There are possible equipment movement hazards from a pallet jack, electrical shock, and exposure to chemicals and solvents. This is a fast paced work environment.
Equipment Used to Perform Job:
Pallet jack, box cutter, cash registers, trash compactor, fork lift, calculator, telephone, intercom, cardboard compactor, copier, fax (within wage and hour guidelines).
Contacts:
Has daily contact with customers, co-workers, suppliers/vendors, and the general public.
The anticipated hourly starting wage for this position is $15.00 to $18.75 depending on experience.
For information on company benefits visit Benefits | Hy-Vee.
Are you ready to smile, apply today.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.

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About Hy-Vee

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Hy-Vee, based in West Des Moines, IA, US, operates within the supermarket industry. Founded in 1930 by Charles Hyde and David Vredenburg, the company began as a small general store in Beaconsfield, Iowa. Over the years, Hy-Vee has evolved into a network of more than 245 supermarkets across 8 states in the Midwest. They offer a wide range of products and services, including grocery, bakery items, delicatessen, floral, and other specialty departments. With a company motto of “A helpful smile in every aisle”, Hy-Vee's mission is to make each customer's life easier, healthier, and happier. They have received several awards for their commitment to healthy living, customer service and community outreach.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Des Moines, IA, US

Year founded

1930