Cashier employment is expected to increase as fast as the average for all occupations through the year 2008 due to expanding demand for goods and services by a growing population. Some establishments have begun hiring elderly and disabled persons as well to fill some of their job openings. Opportunities for part-time work are expected to continue to be excellent. In some States, State law sets the minimum wage higher and establishments must pay at least that amount. Wages tend to be higher in areas where there is intense competition for workers.
Cashiers often receive health and life insurance and paid vacations.
In addition, those working in retail establishments often receive discounts on purchases, and cashiers in restaurants may receive free or low-cost meals. Some employers also offer employee stock option plans and education reimbursement plans. Top Cashiers accept payment for the purchase of goods and services. Other workers with similar duties include food and beverage service workers , bank tellers , counter and rental clerks , postal clerks and mail carriers , and retail salespersons , all of whom are discussed elsewhere in the Handbook . Links to non-BLS Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.