Customer Service Associate - Paia

Hawaii-Petroleum-LLC; Paia (HI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation time off

Holiday Worked Pay

Free Medical/Dental/Vision for base

Life Insurance/AD&D

$500 Training Bonus

Free Employee Meal Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

4% 401(k) Retirement Match

Job summary

Hawaii Petroleum LLC is seeking a Customer Service Associate for Paia, HI. The role combines cashier and cook duties, offering friendly customer service and quality food preparation close to home on Maui. Starting pay is $17.50 per hour with a $500 Training Bonus upon completing cashier and cook training, plus opportunities for advancement.

Join a team that values aloha, flexibility and growth. Training and clear paths to Senior CSR or Shift Manager are provided, with benefits and competitive

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Cash handling experience preferred.
• Food preparation and handling knowledge.
• Good communication and positive attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail/kitchen setting.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers in a friendly manner.
• Handle cash, credit and debit transactions on POS.
• Prepare and serve food according to recipes and safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of store and kitchen areas.
• Assist with inventory and stock rotation.
• Support promotions and training initiatives.
• Deliver excellent customer service and resolve issues.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Food service

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

POS system

Job description

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Customer Service Associate - Paia

MS - Paia Full Time Paia, HI, US

Salary Range: $17.50 To $19.50 Hourly

Ready to Spread Your Wings? Join the Minit Stop Flock and Grow with Us!

Start your journey at $17.50/hour and take advantage of our training and growth opportunities to earn $19.50/hour!

Job Summary

As a Customer Service Associate, you will be an asset to the daily operations by performing both Cashier and Cook duties while delivering excellent customer service. Our Cashiers are the face of our operations, interacting with customers and ensuring they have a positive shopping experience. While our Cooks are the heart and soul of operations, preparing and serving our delicious menu items and local favorites.

Starting pay is $17.50 per hour. Successfully completing our Cashier & Cook Training, earns you a $500 Training Bonus. Completing these trainings can lead to exciting career advancement opportunities like Senior Customer Service Associate and Shift Manager, with rewarding pay increases! Additionally, enjoy the ultimate flexibility of working close to home with a variety of convenient locations throughout the island!

If you are ready to serve with aloha, build your skills, and make a difference in your community, Minit Stop is the place for you!

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.
• Pre-pare, handle, cook and serve food in a clean, sanitary and safe manner and according to recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure proper food storage and discard procedures are followed accordingly to company standards.
• Assist with inventory stocking, organization and rotation.
• Cleaning, maintenance and general upkeep of the store floor and kitchen areas.
• 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.

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

• Paid Vacation time off and Holiday Worked 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

It's Time to Stop at Minit Stop

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.

When you join Minit Stop, you're not just taking a job - you're becoming part of a team that values respect, flexibility, and growth. We offer competitive pay, predictable schedules, and clear opportunities to advance from entry-level roles to leadership positions. Our culture is inclusive and supportive, with benefits and recognition programs that celebrate your contributions.

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

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.