Cashier Assistant Question:

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This is a common issue in service industries. When short-staffed, you can face long lines and frustrated customers. In this situation, it's important you recognize the role of politeness and efficiency. If even working at your fastest the lines keep lengthening, you need to tell the employer you would consult with your manager about calling in other workers or asking other employees to take over another register.

It may be tempting to answer this question by emphasizing your ability to handle ever-increasing volumes of customers, but even the world’s fastest cashier needs help now and then. The hiring manager doesn’t want a candidate who insists that he or she can do everything without help, because that’s not realistic.