Cashier (Front End)

Portland, OR, USA|

Job Overview

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

401(k) Plan

stock purchase plan

Job Description

Costco Wholesale Corporation is a multinational corporation known for its membership-only warehouse clubs offering a wide range of products at low prices. Founded in 1983, Costco has grown to become one of the largest retailers in the world, famous for its warehouse-style stores that emphasize value, quality, and customer satisfaction. These warehouses offer an extensive inventory including groceries, electronics, clothing, household goods, and more, all with an aim to provide the best deals for their members. With a business philosophy centered on ethical sourcing, sustainability, and fair pricing, Costco has established a loyal customer base that trusts the brand for both everyday needs and bulk purchases. The company also invests heavily in its employees, offering competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within the organization. Costco is committed to maintaining a positive work environment and delivering exceptional member service, which is fundamental to its continued success and reputation as a retail leader.

This role involves processing member orders efficiently and accurately, collecting payments, and maintaining a clean and organized department environment. The role is primarily focused on providing exceptional member service by greeting members, assisting with scanning merchandise using conveyor belt and handheld scanners, ensuring accurate transactions, and helping members at self-checkout stations when necessary. Employees are expected to adhere to all safety and security procedures while assisting with tasks such as stocking registers, managing returned products, and department set-up and closing duties. The position requires a high level of attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively with other warehouse departments. Employment is typically full-time, demanding open availability to meet the business needs, including scheduling flexibility. Costco offers a comprehensive benefits package that underscores its commitment to employee well-being and satisfaction. Eligible employees gain access to health benefits, retirement plans, insurance coverage, and paid time off, which reflects Costco’s dedication to attracting and retaining quality staff. The job also entails operating various vehicles and equipment within the warehouse to support daily operations. Overall, this position at Costco offers a dynamic work environment where employees play a vital role in ensuring members enjoy efficient, friendly, and accurate service during their shopping experience. This job posting is updated as of July 2026 and is subject to compliance with work authorization requirements in the United States.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Prior retail or cashier experience preferred
Ability to handle cash and process payments accurately
Capable of operating warehouse equipment
Good physical stamina and ability to perform cleaning and stocking tasks
Open availability to meet business needs
Authorization to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous retail or cashier experience preferred
Strong customer service skills
Ability to use scanning equipment and handle payment transactions
Basic math skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Good communication skills

Job Duties

Greets members, obtains membership card, determines member preferences, answers questions, relates information on special promotions, and thanks members
Scans orders by sliding items from conveyor belt and across tabletop scanners from left or right, depending on side of station, to the packing area
Uses hand-held scanning gun or keys item numbers when necessary
Transfers or ensures transfer of each item as the item is scanned
Monitors all merchandise passing through the register line, promoting accurate merchandise inventory
Requests supervisor verification for high-ticket items
Assists the Front-End Assistant with transferring merchandise in carts and packing orders, following all safety and security procedures
Receives accurate payment for goods, makes change, processes checks, credit, and debit charges according to proper departmental procedures for paperwork and performance of duties
Counts register at sign on, orders change, makes witnessed drops of excess funds to vault, orders cash increases, counts register at shift end to maintain accurate register funds
Performs related tasks, set-up and closing duties for the department, such as putting returned or moved product back, collecting paperwork, stocking registers, cleaning area, and retrieving carts
May assist members with self-checkouts with regards to scanning heavy merchandise, entering in items numbers
May assist members with self-checkouts through monitoring the registers for errors and keeping the belt area clean of product and debris
Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery
Assists with department duties as necessary
Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary