Cashier Assistant – Costco – Vancouver, BC

Located at 605 Expo Blvd in Vancouver, BC, Costco is looking for a Cashier Assistant to join their front-end team. This is a fast-paced, member-facing role that keeps the checkout experience running smoothly — from packing orders and retrieving carts to supporting cashiers during busy periods.

If you enjoy staying active, working with people, and being a key part of a high-volume retail operation, this role puts you right at the heart of the warehouse floor. You’ll play an essential part in ensuring members leave with a positive experience every single visit.

About the Role: Cashier Assistant

As a Cashier Assistant, your primary focus is supporting the cashier team by packing member orders, transferring items, and keeping the checkout lanes flowing efficiently. You’ll interact directly with members, answer their questions, and provide the kind of prompt, courteous service that Costco is known for.

This role also includes important safety and security responsibilities, such as checking packaging for tampering, cleaning up spills immediately, and following all departmental procedures. You’ll work collaboratively with the cashier team and assist in other areas of the warehouse as needed.

Benefits and Salary

This position offers a competitive hourly wage of $20.00. Costco is well regarded for offering strong employee benefits to its team members, and working at a high-volume location like Vancouver’s Expo Blvd warehouse means consistent hours and a dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

Working as a Cashier Assistant at Costco Vancouver means you’re on the move throughout your entire shift. Your contributions directly support both the cashier team and the overall member experience, making every task count toward a smoother checkout process.

• Greet and assist members at the checkout lane, 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 efficiently and safely
• 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 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; clean spills and trip hazards immediately
• Retrieve carts and flatbeds from the parking area using a rope with clasping hook, keeping the lot free of debris
• Support cashiers during promotions and perform set-up and closing duties including restocking registers and collecting paperwork
• Operate the mechanical trash compactor and cardboard bailer as required

Requirements / Skills

Costco welcomes candidates from a range of backgrounds for this entry-level position. What matters most is your reliability, your ability to work at a fast pace, and your commitment to providing excellent member service with a positive attitude.

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred but not required
• No prior experience required — Costco provides training for all necessary tasks
• Physical stamina to remain on your feet and active throughout the shift, including pushing carts and lifting boxes
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, helpful attitude when working with members and team members
• Attention to safety and the ability to follow all security and departmental procedures consistently
• Bilingual in French (oral and written) is required for positions located in Quebec

How to Apply

To apply, use the official link below to submit your application through Costco’s hiring portal. Make sure your resume is up to date before getting started.

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