Key details
Quick facts about this role
Location
Cape Town, Western Cape
Work mode
On-site
Compensation
Market related
Posted
29 May 2026
Closes
18 Jun 2026

Retail Jobs

General Shop Assistant

An established food distribution company is seeking an all-round Shop Assistant / Cashier to support daily shop operations. The successful candidate will assist with merchandising, customer service, sales, cashier duties, and maintaining a clean and professional retail environment.

Requirements
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Honest, reliable, and trustworthy
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems
  • Ability to work well under pressure
  • Good time management skills
  • Willing to work Saturdays and public holidays when required
 Key Responsibilities
  • Merchandise products while adhering to food safety standards
  • Assist customers professionally and handle queries or complaints effectively
  • Follow and maintain health and safety regulations
  • Participate in monthly and ad-hoc stock takes
  • Provide support across all shop departments when needed
  • Perform cashier duties, including processing cash and card payments and cashing up
  • Complete weekly customer calling sheets
  • Assist with sourcing new customers to increase sales and stock turnover
Qualifications & Skills
  • Matric certificate
  • SAP experience advantageous
  • CISTECH experience advantageous
 Experience Required
  • Minimum 2 years’ FMCG experience
  • Previous cashier experience essential
  • Seafood industry knowledge advantageous
 
*SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED*
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