Service Area Assistant Fruit & Veg

Pick n Pay Retailers; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Pick n Pay is looking for a store associate in the Western Cape to prepare and wrap products, stock shelves, and assist customers while upholding hygiene, safety, and service standards.

You will price items, check labels, rotate stock, monitor temperatures where needed, and follow security procedures. Requirements include Grade 12 and English communication; computer literacy is a plus.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or matric certificate is required.
• Computer literacy is advantageous.
• Must be able to communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Stack and store products in a safe and tidy manner.
• Merchandise products according to laid down standards.
• Correctly price random weight/loose selling items.
• Check correct pricing e.g. labels.
• Check quality, rotate stock, remove expired stock.
• Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages.
• Check temperatures/maintain the cold chain (if applicable).
• Adhere to and maintain security procedures.
• Operate and clean equipment according to laid down standards.
• Assist customers on product requests and provide courteous service.
• Process customer orders according to correct procedures and service standards.
• Promote products.

Skills

Conscientious

Customer minded

Routine work

Thorough

Accurate

Communication

Numeracy

Execution

Process instruction

Education

Matric certificate

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! To prepare and wrap products according to company specifications and quality standards, while maintaining high levels of hygiene, housekeeping, and safety in both the service floor and backup areas.

Competencies:

• Conscientious (by the book)
• Customer minded
• Handle routine work
• Thorough / accurate
• Communication
• Numeracy
• Execution
• Process instruction

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 - Please attached a copy of your Matric Certificate
• Computer Literate – Advantageous
• Must be able to communicate in English

Key Responsibilities:

• Stack and store products in a safe and tidy manner
• Merchandise products according to laid down standards
• Correctly price random weight/loose selling items
• Check correct pricing e.g. labels
• Check quality, rotate stock, remove expired stock
• Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages
• Check temperatures/maintain the cold chain (if applicable)
• Adhere to and maintain security procedures
• Operate and clean equipment according to laid down standards
• Approach and advise customers on the product, listen to customers' requests, provide the required product or services and handle customers in a courteous and business-like manner
• Process all customer orders according the correct procedures and service standards
• Promote products

Closing Date 10 OCT 2026

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Discover who we are At Pick n Pay, we are more than just a retailer; we are an organisation of dedicated people committed to creating an exceptional shopping experience for our customers and an enriching, vibrant work environment for our employees. Founded in 1967, Pick n Pay is one of the largest retail chains in South Africa, serving millions of customers across the African continent. Our reputation is built upon our commitment to offering customers the best in quality, and value.

Our Mission

We serve with our hearts, we create a great place to be and With our minds, we create an excellent place to shop

Our values are deeply embedded in our culture and guide our actions:

Passion for our Customers: We are passionate about our customers and will fight for their rights. Our customers are our priority, and their satisfaction is our success.

Respect and Care: We care for and respect each other. We value our team's diversity and treat each other with kindness and understanding.

Personal Growth and Opportunity: We foster personal growth and opportunities. We believe in empowering our employees, providing opportunities for learning and advancement.

Leadership and Innovation: We nurture leadership and vision, and reward innovation. We encourage our employees to be leaders in their roles and think outside the box.

Honesty and Integrity: We live by honesty and integrity. We operate with transparency and trustworthiness in all our interactions.

Community Support: We support and participate in our communities. We believe in making a positive impact and giving back to our communities.

Individual Responsibility: We take individual responsibility. We are responsible for our actions and decisions.

Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable. We hold ourselves responsible for delivering on our commitments to our customers, each other, and our business.

Why Pick n Pay?

At Pick n Pay, our strength lies in our people. We strive to be the employer of choice, attracting and retaining the best talent in the industry. We create a work environment that fosters growth, celebrates achievements, and values individual contributions. Here, your work will be meaningful, recognized, and rewarded. Experience the joy of being part of Pick n Pay. Let's shape the future of retail in Africa together.

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