Cashier Assistant – Costco – Saint John, NB

Saint John, New Brunswick is home to a Costco Wholesale warehouse that’s looking for a friendly and energetic Cashier Assistant to join their front-end team. If you enjoy interacting with people, keeping things running smoothly, and being an essential part of a fast-paced retail environment, this could be a great fit for you.

As a Cashier Assistant, you’ll be right at the heart of the member experience — helping pack orders, keeping lines moving, and ensuring every member leaves with a smile. It’s a role that keeps you active, engaged, and part of a team that Canadians across the country trust.

About the Role: Cashier Assistant

The Cashier Assistant works alongside cashiers to pack member orders into boxes, transfer items to carts or flatbeds, and support the overall flow of the checkout process. You’ll greet members warmly, assist with loading orders onto the conveyor belt, check for their packing preferences, and answer questions about promotions — all while delivering the high standard of service that Costco is known for.

Beyond the checkout lane, this role involves cart retrieval from the parking lot, maintaining cleanliness across the front-end area, restocking supplies, and operating equipment like the mechanical trash compactor and cardboard bailer. Safety and security procedures are a priority at all times, and you’ll be expected to respond quickly to spills or hazards to keep the environment safe for everyone.

Benefits and Salary

Costco Wholesale Canada is widely recognized as one of Canada’s top employers, offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to its employees. While specific salary details are not listed in this posting, Costco is well known for providing wages above industry average, along with comprehensive health and dental benefits, paid time off, and employee perks including access to the Costco membership program. The company fosters a culture of internal growth, making it a great long-term career option for those who invest in the role.

Responsibilities

Working as a Cashier Assistant at Costco means no two days look exactly the same. From supporting members through the checkout process to maintaining a clean and safe front-end environment, your contributions keep the entire warehouse operation running efficiently and professionally.

• Greet and assist members by helping them load orders onto the conveyor belt and determining their packing preferences
• Pack member orders into boxes and load them onto separate carts or flatbeds for easy transport
• Inspect packaging for signs of tampering and follow all safety and security procedures at all times
• Assist members in loading their orders into their vehicles when appropriate
• Run for items such as merchandise, boxes, register supplies, and item numbers to keep checkout lines moving smoothly
• Retrieve carts and flatbeds from the parking area using a rope with a clasping hook, pushing no more than 8 carts at a time
• Maintain cleanliness of the register area and general front-end, immediately addressing spills and trip hazards
• Operate the mechanical trash compactor and cardboard bailer
• Support cashiers during various promotional events and assist with set-up and closing duties for the department

Requirements / Skills

Costco values team members who bring a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a genuine commitment to member satisfaction. This role is open to candidates at various experience levels — what matters most is your willingness to work hard, communicate clearly, and be a dependable part of the team.

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred, though not strictly required
• Member service mindset — ability to interact professionally and courteously with Costco members
• Physical fitness — the role involves pushing carts, lifting boxes, and staying on your feet throughout your shift
• Attention to detail — checking packaging integrity and following departmental procedures accurately
• Reliability and punctuality — being a consistent and dependable presence on the floor
• Bilingual (French/English) — required for applicants applying to Quebec locations; must be able to communicate orally and in writing in French

How to Apply

Ready to join one of Canada’s most respected retailers? Apply directly through the official Costco Canada job posting to be considered for this Cashier Assistant position in Saint John, NB. Make sure your contact information is up to date and your application reflects your enthusiasm for member service.

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