Customer Service Specialist
Company : Roche Bros.
Location : Westwood, MA, 02090
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 15 January 2026
Overview
The Cashier provides excellent customer service by efficiently and accurately processing customer transactions at the checkout lane. This individual provides the highest level of quality service by creating a pleasant and friendly atmosphere and treating each and every customer and associate like one of the family!
Minimum Qualifications
Responsibilities
The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by the company.
1. Promote the company image as a service-oriented operation where every associate will greet, assist, render efficient service and thank customers in a prompt, courteous, friendly, and business-like manner.2. Commit to the “Golden Rule” and work with management and fellow associates to build a strong customer service team.3. Record all items at correct prices in their correct departments quickly and efficiently. Utilize all techniques specified in training.4. Verify identification for beer and wine purchases (where applicable).5. Follow company cash handling procedures and maintain acceptable over/short record6. Participate in bagging customers’ orders properly, and check register for product before the customer leaves to ensure nothing is left behind.7. Notify customer service manager or assistant customer service manager of any problems: customer inquiries or complaints, incorrect prices or poorly marked merchandise, errors/problems with UPC codes, change and coin needed, potential security problems, shrink problems within the store, perishable overstock at check stand (returns), or any unusual problems or situations.8. Participate actively in controlling shrink (loss of profit); checking the bottom of carriages, accurate ringing, shoplifting awareness, associate theft, and perishable overstock control.9. Keep sales and work area and equipment clean, orderly, and free from safety hazards; report hazards to management.10. Ensure company standards of cleanliness, safety, proper food handling practices, sanitation, and productivity are achieved.11. Other duties as assigned by management
Secondary Job Functions:1. Cashiers may be scheduled as Service Clerks, Self-Checkout Assistants, or Head Cashiers as dictated by the business need.2. Return shopping carts and hand baskets to the proper location.3. Assist in training new associates.
Physical Demands: (per work day)
The physical demands and safety risk factors of the job listed below may occur during each work shift and are listed according to their frequency.
Physical Demands
Frequency
Sitting
0% (N) Never
Carrying up to 50 lbs, stooping, kneeling, or crouching. (Self-checkout Assistant must be able to carry up to 20 lbs or more.)
1-33% (O) Occasionally
Walking on a tile or concrete floor, pushing up to 250 lbs, bending, balancing, and smelling.
34-66% (F) Frequently
Standing on a tile or concrete floor, lifting up to 50 lbs, pulling up to 250 lbs, handling, fingering, feeling, reaching at the waist or overhead, talking, seeing, and hearing.
67-100% (C) Continuously
Safety Risk Factors
Frequency
Hazardous equipment (mechanical moving parts) and toxic exposure (see material safety data sheet).
0% (N) Never
Loud noise, slippery or cluttered floor surface, contact with sharp objects, contact with skin irritant, nuisance dust, fumes, and sprays, and hazardous cleaning solutions.
1-33% (O) Occasionally
Twisting of the back and neck and cluttered floor space.
67-100% (C) Continuously
Machines, tools, and equipment utilized:
Scanner, scales, adding machine, check scanner, cash register, shopping cart, POS system, phones/paging system, store computer system, bagging supplies, U-boats, approved cleaning supplies.
Repetitive Action:
The continuous movement of the entire body.
Working Conditions: Working environment is inside.
Hiring Range: In accordance with MA Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the hiring range for this position. At Roche Bros., we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to education, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. The hiring range for this position is $15.00 - $17.90 per hour.
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Frequently asked questions
In Westwood retail settings like Roche Bros., a Customer Service Specialist relies on patience, clear communication, and conflict resolution skills to manage challenging customers. Emphasizing friendly yet professional service helps maintain store reputation and ensures customer satisfaction in a community-focused environment.
While formal certifications aren't mandatory, completion of company e-learnings and department-specific training programs is essential. Massachusetts employers, including Roche Bros., value associates who demonstrate strong integrity and customer service skills, often reinforced through internal training rather than external certifications.
Entry-level Customer Service Specialists can advance to roles such as Customer Service Manager or Team Lead by showcasing reliability, leadership, and excellent customer engagement. Gaining expertise in store operations and mastering POS systems often accelerates growth within retail chains like Roche Bros.
Roche Bros. encourages Customer Service Specialists to foster a family-like atmosphere by treating customers and colleagues with warmth and respect. This culture prioritizes team collaboration, prompt assistance, and upholding high standards of service that reflect the brand’s community-oriented values.
At Roche Bros., the Customer Service Specialist role combines efficient transaction handling with active participation in shrink control and safety practices. This dual focus on service excellence and operational vigilance sets it apart from typical cashier positions in other grocery chains.
Customer Service Specialists in Westwood, including those at Roche Bros., generally earn between $15.00 and $17.90 per hour. This range aligns with Massachusetts' pay transparency laws and reflects factors such as experience, training completion, and store-specific business needs.
Yes, associates often engage in frequent standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and pushing carts on tile or concrete floors typical of Westwood grocery layouts. Awareness of safety hazards like slippery floors is emphasized to maintain a secure working environment.
Westwood's retail job market shows moderate competition, with steady demand for customer-focused roles at establishments like Roche Bros. Candidates with strong interpersonal skills and willingness to adhere to flexible schedules tend to have an advantage.
While Customer Service Specialists focus on smooth transaction processing and customer interaction, Service Clerks often handle stocking or floor duties. Head Cashiers carry additional responsibilities like training new associates and overseeing cash handling procedures.
Roche Bros. values passion for people, teamwork, integrity, and a commitment to customer service excellence. Being able to communicate effectively in English and adapt to dynamic store needs are equally crucial for success in this role.