Minit Stop Customer Service Associate Cashier - Hamakua

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For over 40 years, Minit Stop has been a trusted name in Hawaii, serving local communities with fresh food, quality convenience, and friendly service. With 18 locations across the islands—eight on Maui and ten on the Big Island, we take pride in offering everything from our famous fried chicken to daily essentials and fuel, all delivered with the aloha spirit.

At Minit Stop, we believe in fostering growth and opportunity. In 2024 alone, we celebrated over 50 internal promotions, and in 2025, we have already seen 20 more team members advance in their careers. These promotions reflect our dedication to recognizing and nurturing talent from within, providing our employees with the opportunities they need to grow and succeed. Join us and be a part of a company that values your potential and invests in your future!

Minit Stop operates under Hawaii Petroleum, LLC, which is a part of NorthStar Energy - a business unit of within the Saltchuk Family of Businesses.

Job Summary

The Customer Service Associate – Cashier serves as the welcoming face and frontline representative of our Minit Stop Stores, delivering friendly and efficient service to our customers. As the first and last point of contact, the cashier plays a key role in creating a positive shopping experience by greeting customers, answering questions, and ensuring smooth checkout operations.

Starting pay is $16.50 per hour. Successfully completing our Cashier training courses earns you a $250 training bonus. Additionally, enjoy the ultimate flexibility of working close to home with a variety of convenient locations throughout the island!

Additionally, enjoy the ultimate flexibility of working close to home with a variety of convenient locations throughout the island!

What You Will Do

• Greet and assist customers in a positive and professional manner as they enter the store and throughout their visit using Minit Stop’s Core Values and Practices.
• Handle cash, credit and debit transactions accurately on the store’s Point of Sale system and balance the cash register at the end of shift.
• Learn and understand basic food safety procedures including awareness of temperature related requirements for key ingredients and products to avoid food-borne illness.
• Assist with inventory stocking, organization and rotation.
• Cleaning, maintenance and general upkeep of the store floor.
• Operate and maintain all company equipment and report workplace hazards, injuries and incidents to store leadership in a timely fashion.
• Promote company sponsored incentives, promotions and Reward Programs.
• Assist customers with inquiries and effectively resolve any issues that may arise.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Seeking candidates 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience preferred.
• Obtain a TB Clearance and Safe Food Handler's Certification upon hire and acquire a Liquor Card within 60 days of hire.
• Previous cash and food handling experience is preferred.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, enthusiasm for acquiring new skills, have effective communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow Company policies and directions and understand and abide by Local, State and Federal laws pertaining to the sale of alcohol and tobacco products and handling of food.
• Be able to lift up to 25 pounds to a height of at least 4 feet with or without reasonable accommodation and stand for prolonged periods of time throughout the day.
• Maintain an acceptable attendance and punctuality record including being available for shifts throughout the store operating hours.

Benefits

You will receive competitive benefits and pay to support you and your family:

• Paid Vacation time off and Holiday Pay
• Employees have free Medical/Dental/Vision for base plans with option to enroll families at an additional cost
• Voluntary benefits including Life Insurance/AD&D/Long-Term Disability
• $500 Training Bonus and the opportunity to grow your career
• Free Employee Meal Allowance and Referral Incentive Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 4% 401(k) Retirement Match

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.