STOCK CLERK - CHEFZONE

Y. Hata & Co.; Honolulu, Northern (HI, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Y. Hata & Co. in Honolulu is hiring a store associate to help stock merchandise, rotate stock, assist customers, and keep the sales floor clean, neat, and safe. You will also help with pricing and product displays to maintain an inviting shopping environment.

Starting pay is $18 to $21 per hour with opportunities for growth in a locally owned, family-run business that values community, teamwork, and customer service excellence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Six months to one year of grocery sales experience preferred.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages.

Responsibilities

• Ensures proper stocking levels for all merchandise and rotates stock, cleans shelves and displays.
• Assists with pricing of merchandise and places it on store shelves.
• Ensures that the store is clean, neat and safe for customers.
• Answers customer inquiries and directs customers to specific products.

Skills

Stocking

Customer service

Pricing

Merchandise rotation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS System

Inventory software

Job description

Posted Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM

For over 111 years, Y. Hata has proudly supported Hawai ʻ i’s foodservice industry as a trusted, locally owned, family-run business. Our legacy is built not only on excellence, but on lasting relationships, tradition, and a deep commitment to our community.

At Y. Hata, we’re dedicated to providing a purpose-driven workplace where every team member is embraced as part of our ʻ Ohana, and where dedication and heart are met with opportunity, support, and growth. As we continue to grow, our focus remains on cultivating a positive, engaging culture rooted in our Core Values — one where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to thrive.

If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact and grow with purpose, we invite you to become part of the next chapter in our legacy of heart and excellence.

Starting Pay: $18 to 21 per hour

Position Summary Description

Ensures proper stocking levels for all merchandise and rotates stock, cleans shelves and displays. Assists with pricing of merchandise and places it on store shelves. Ensures that the store is clean, neat and safe for customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures proper stocking levels for all merchandise and rotates stock, cleans shelves and displays.
• Assists with pricing of merchandise and places it on store shelves.
• Ensures that the store is clean, neat and safe for customers.
• Answers customer inquiries and directs customers to specific products.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Accurately, efficiently, and pleasantly processes customer orders by ringing sales, counting, and balancing register.
• Complies with HAACP Plan guidelines and protocols. Displays GMP including receiving, storing, and presentation of products.
• Protects all assets of the company, including facilities, products, the ChefZone and Y. Hata & Co., Ltd. brands.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Six months to one year of grocery sales experience highly preferred.

Other Skills

Must be able to perform basic to moderately difficult mathematical functions involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, averaging and percentages.

Physical Demands

The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

Why You’ll Love Working at Y. Hata

We believe our employees deserve more than just a paycheck. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your well-being, growth, and success — both on and off the job.

• Rewarding Compensation – Competitive pay, merit increases, and flexible pay options.
• Your Health Matters – Robust medical, vision, and life insurance; EAP support.
• Time to Recharge – PTO, paid holidays, and floating holidays.
• More Than Just Perks – Paid parking, safety gear, uniforms, celebrations, discounts.
• Investing in You – Tuition assistance and development opportunities.
• Plan for Tomorrow – 401(k), Roth 401(k), and After-Tax 401(k) with company match.

Y. Hata & Co., Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.