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Houchens Industries

Diversified employee-owned holding company

Cashier - Grocery

Full-Time
No salary listed
Entry
Blairsville, GA, USA
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About the job

Requirements
  • No prior experience is necessary.
  • Able to access a phone at all times and read and understand operating instructions for store equipment.
  • Able to operate a cash register for up to 8 hours or longer.
  • Able to lift 25 pounds at least once during the shift.
  • Able to perform basic mathematical calculations to make change, complete shift reports, and account for products during vendor check-in.
  • Able to communicate orally and work under the physical demands of standing, walking, handling, fingering, reaching, bending, and occasional squatting or kneeling.
  • Required to wear personal protective equipment, including a back belt when lifting and handling heavy objects.
  • Subject to pre-employment background and drug screening.
Responsibilities
  • Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct.
  • Establish or identify prices of goods and services using cash.
  • Stock shelves and hang tags.
  • Monitor checkout stations to ensure adequate cash availability and staffing.
  • Record all markups, markdowns, spoilage, and store use of merchandise accurately.
  • Advise the Store Manager or Assistant Manager of personnel situations or policy violations.
  • Assist other store cashiers with problems concerning store operations and refer issues to the Store Manager.
  • Maintain a low cash drawer and utilize the safe according to company policy and instructions.
  • Complete shift-checkout reports at the appropriate times as instructed by the Store Manager or Assistant Manager.
  • Follow correct vendor check-in procedures within company guidelines.
  • Perform cleaning duties such as cleaning front windows and areas around checkout stands.
  • Receive and disburse money using electronic scanners, cash registers, and related equipment.
  • Process credit or debit card transactions and validate checks.

About the company

Houchens Industries is a 100% employee-owned holding company operating subsidiaries in construction, manufacturing and distribution, retail, healthcare, and insurance. Its businesses include road and building construction, motion-control and masonry products, retail fixtures, fencing, beverages, grocery and pharmacy stores, eyewear, and insurance coverage. What sets Houchens Industries apart is its ESOP structure, giving thousands of employees ownership stakes. The goal is to build long-term value for employee-owners through diversified acquisitions.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Bowling Green, Kentucky

Founded

1944

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What believers are saying

  • Houchens Insurance Group reached $100 million revenue in May 2025.
  • Houchens announced a 10-year WKU athletic district plan on October 27, 2025.
  • New subsidiaries like H.H. Barnum broaden manufacturing exposure and reduce category dependence.

What critics are saying

  • Acquisition integration failures from 2025-2026 deals can damage cash flow and ESOP value.
  • Heavy dependence on dealmaking makes 2026 growth vulnerable if targets dry up.
  • A large grocery or insurance write-down would hit employee ownership and senior leadership credibility.

What makes Houchens Industries unique

  • Houchens runs a 100% employee-owned ESOP across retail, manufacturing, construction, and insurance.
  • Jordan White joined in February 2026 to source acquisitions and investment opportunities.
  • Houchens keeps buying niche operators like Business Benefits and Pet Food Centers.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Company Match

Company News

The Business Journals
Sep 4th, 2024
Houchens acquires industrial supply manufacturer

The company continues to diversify its corporate portfolio.

Bowling Green Daily News
Jan 12th, 2023
Betty Jean Covey | Obituaries | bgdailynews.com

Betty retired from Houchens Industries.

The Business Journals
Dec 20th, 2022
Air Hydro Power to be acquired by Houchens Industries

Bowling Green, Kentucky-based Houchens Industries Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Louisville-based Air Hydro Power Inc.

WBKO
Dec 6th, 2022
Houchens Industries, Inc., partners announce $420,000 ‘Bridge the Gap’ funds awarded

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The “Bridge the Gap” program launched by Houchens Industries, Inc. and community partners, in partnership with United Way of Southern Kentucky, has now disbursed nearly $420,000 to assist those impacted by the tornadoes in December of 2021.

The Lane Report
Dec 5th, 2022
Houchens Industries promotes Patrick Coleman to VP of Finance and CFO

Chairman and CEO, Dion W. Houchins is pleased to announce the promotion of Patrick Coleman to the position of Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer for Houchens Industries, Inc.