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Operate cash registers

This is physical, in-person work with real objects, tools, equipment and places that change from day to day. AI can't do it for you.

Part of Execute financial transactions, under the O*NET work activity group Performing Administrative Activities. Individual tasks below can carry a different label when their own wording calls for it (0 AI-ready, 0 AI-assist, 6 stays human).

Tasks built on this activity

• Request and record customer orders, and compute bills, using cash registers, multi-counting machines, or pencil and paper.Stays human Fast Food and Counter Workers
• Operate cash registers to accept payment from customers.Stays human Pharmacy Technicians
• Run cash registers.Stays human Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers
• Operate cash registers to receive payments from patrons.Stays human Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
• Operate cash registers to accept payments for food and beverages.Stays human Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop
• Operate cash register, handle money, and give correct change.Stays human Food Preparation Workers