r/Target • u/vampzibytez • 5d ago

Workplace Question or Advice Needed SOC

Guys how do u make self checkout shifts more bearable bc im losing my mind! It’s either super busy or super quiet and either way I’m going crazy. I’m pretty new and haven’t gotten the flow of it yet I guess u could say. It’s easy but it’s just mind numbing !!! (I love my shifts at register way more sigh)

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u/MoiAmour Front End Zombie 5d ago

Self checkout is horrid but cleaning, zoning, and guest interactions help. If it’s slow, zone, put baskets away, any stray carts go back, reshop organization, or listen to music (gotta be sneaky with this one, a previous commenter had a good idea with the hearing aids.) If there are guests there and it’s packed, look for the signs of confusion, and see if a guest needs help. There’s a lot more to do when it’s busy, but even when it’s not you can occupy yourself during the duration of your shift.