Cashier Assistant – Costco – Halifax, NS

Costco’s Halifax warehouse on Chain Lake Drive is looking for a Cashier Assistant to join their front-end team. This is a hands-on, member-facing role that keeps the checkout experience running smoothly — from packing orders to retrieving carts and supporting cashiers during busy periods.

If you’re someone who likes staying active, takes pride in giving great service, and enjoys working in a team-oriented environment, this position offers a solid entry point into warehouse retail operations at one of Canada’s most well-known membership retailers.

About the Role: Cashier Assistant

As a Cashier Assistant, you’ll be stationed at the front end of the warehouse supporting cashiers and members throughout each shift. Your primary job is to pack member orders into boxes, load them onto carts or flatbeds, and make sure every member leaves with a positive experience. You’ll also be the person cashiers rely on when they need supplies, item numbers, or a quick run to keep lines moving.

Beyond packing and assisting at the till, this role involves cart retrieval from the parking lot, maintaining a clean and safe front-end area, and performing opening and closing duties. You’ll follow safety and security procedures at all times and work collaboratively with your team to maintain the high standard of service Costco members expect.

Benefits and Salary

Costco Canada is widely recognized for offering competitive compensation and a strong benefits package for its employees. While specific salary details for this posting are not listed, Costco is known for wages that exceed many retail industry averages, along with access to health and dental benefits, employee programs, and opportunities for advancement within the company.

Responsibilities

The Cashier Assistant role at Costco Halifax is fast-paced and physically active. You’ll be moving constantly throughout your shift — packing, running, retrieving carts, and keeping your work area clean and safe. These responsibilities are essential to ensuring a smooth and efficient checkout experience for every member.

• Greet members and help them load their orders onto the conveyor belt, determining packing preferences and answering questions
• Pack member orders into boxes and load them onto separate carts or flatbeds efficiently and securely
• Check packaging for signs of tampering and follow all safety and security procedures at all times
• Run for items such as merchandise, boxes, register supplies, and item numbers as requested by cashiers to keep checkout lines moving
• Transfer items not on the belt to a separate cart or flatbed as cashiers scan them
• Maintain cleanliness of the register area and general front-end area, cleaning spills and trip hazards immediately
• Retrieve carts and flatbeds from the parking lot using a rope with a clasping hook, pushing no more than 8 carts at a time, and keeping the lot free of debris
• Perform set-up and closing duties including returning products, collecting paperwork, stocking registers, and cleaning the area
• Operate the mechanical trash compactor and cardboard bailer as required
• Support cashiers during special promotions and assist in other areas of the warehouse as needed

Requirements / Skills

Costco keeps the entry requirements for this role accessible — no prior experience or specific certifications are required. What matters most is your attitude, your reliability, and your commitment to providing excellent member service. The ideal candidate is energetic, dependable, and comfortable working in a high-volume warehouse environment.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, though not strictly required
• Strong customer service skills — you’ll be interacting with members throughout your entire shift
• Physical stamina — this is an active role involving standing, lifting, pushing carts, and moving continuously
• Attention to detail — checking packaging for tampering and following departmental procedures accurately
• Team-oriented mindset — you’ll work closely with cashiers and other front-end staff to keep operations running smoothly
• Bilingual (French/English) required for candidates applying to Quebec locations — not applicable for this Halifax posting

How to Apply

To apply for the Cashier Assistant position at Costco Halifax, use the official application link below. Make sure your resume is up to date before submitting your application.

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