Gift Shop Associate (Part-Time)

Northstar-Memorial-Group; Kaneohe (HI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Byodo-In Temple in Kaneohe, HI is seeking a Gift Shop Associate to join our team. You will handle customer service, cashiering, merchandising, and maintain the gift shop, admissions booth, and grounds.

The role offers a supportive environment and opportunities to contribute to a meaningful cultural experience. Compensation ranges from $16 to $17.50 per hour, with weekend availability and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and a positive attitude are essential.
• Punctuality and reliability are expected.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to the workspace.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers to ensure a positive experience.
• Maintain flow of customers at checkout.
• Keep store clean and organized; restock shelves; merchandize displays.
• Provide product and cultural knowledge.
• Operate POS system for sales and returns.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability & punctuality

Self-motivation

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Basic math skills

Retail & customer service experience

Job description

Byodo- In Temple is looking for a Gift Shop Associate to join our team in Kaneohe, HI where we offer a passionate and purpose-filled work environment. TheGift Shop Associate is responsible for customer service, cashiering, packing/bagging merchandise, opening and/or closing the register/store, receiving, pricing, merchandising, inventory, as well as maintaining organization & cleanliness of the gift shop, admissions booth, and grounds.

Responsibilities

• Greet & assist customers ensuring they have a positive experience
• Maintain the flow of customers waiting in line to check out
• Maintain store cleanliness & organization, restock shelves & merchandising to ensure proper product display
• Provide product & cultural knowledge
• Accurately & efficiently operate Point of Sales system to handle sales transactions & returns
• Support & collaborate as a team member

Qualifications

• Ability to work within a team
• Reliable & punctual with a strong work ethic
• Highly self-motivated
• Positive, friendly and respectful attitude
• Willingness to learn, able to take direction
• Basic math skills
• Retail & customer service experience preferred (not required)
• Ability to stand for extended periods & lift up to 40lbs
• Weekend availability and flexible scheduling

Compensation: $16 - $17.5/hr.

Nestled in the heart of Oahu, Byodo-In Temple has been a place of reflection, remembrance, and connection since 1963. Proudly serving the local community and welcoming families from around the world, the temple provides a serene setting where traditions are honored and meaningful moments are shared. Guided by a spirit of compassion and service, our team is dedicated to supporting each family with care, respect, and understanding. Joining Byodo-In Temple means becoming part of a unique legacy centered on community, culture, and creating unforgettable healing experiences for our ohana.

Byodo-In Temple is part of the NorthStar Memorial Group family of properties. Voted one of 2026’s USA Today Top Workplaces, NorthStar Memorial Group is a privately held company that offers opportunities for growth with a broad network of support, while keeping the intimacy and personal impact you have at an independently owned property.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.