Pros
rack division - sales are non-commission so that is perfect to start a career in retail. Great reputation and very financially stable. Very positive environment from managers down. Nordstrom Credit card sign-up incentives - $5 for each card that is successfully processed. Register funtions are touch screen. Returns/defectives can be ticketed/tagged from the register. Transactions and items can be voided/deleted even after pressing Total so don't need to redo transaction or call a manager. Transactions can be suspended and resumed very easily. Customers in line directed to a cashier by using colored flags instead of yelling - flags were fun. Hours and schedules were very good and flexible. Lots of free food. Employees get 20% Discount and can be added to sale prices. Customers are very nice and spend a lot. Did not have any customer issues - that is rare in retail. Nordstrom promotes from within so there are very loyal and happy employees - lots of career advancement and manager training programs. Direct TV in break room and lots of other excellent amenities.
Cons
Cashier position is very low stress and can be very very BORING when it is slow. This job is not for someone who needs intellectual stimulation and variety of work. Can be very frustrating to just stand in one area for 8 hours so it is not good for someone who likes to be more mobile. If you are not good at signing up credit cards your hours get cut without warning and then you are 'reduced' after your 45 day review.