The Customer Assistant Foods Jobs at Woolworths are now open for enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about customer service and food retail. Based at the Fish Hoek Corporate Store in the Western Cape, this full-time opportunity allows successful candidates to work as a Shelf Packer (Merchandiser) / Cashier, helping deliver an outstanding shopping experience while maintaining Woolworths’ high standards of food quality, hygiene, and customer service. Successful applicants will assist customers, replenish shelves, rotate stock, promote products, maintain merchandising standards, and support cashier operations. These Customer Assistant Foods Jobs are ideal for candidates who enjoy working in a fast-paced retail environment and want to build a career with one of South Africa’s leading retailers.
Position Details
- Position: Customer Assistant: Foods (Shelf Packer (Merchandiser) / Cashier)
- Company: Woolworths
- Business Unit: Store Selling Operations
- Reference Number: WWL260803-13
- Job Type: Full Time
- Location: Fish Hoek, Western Cape
- Areas Served: Fish Hoek, Ocean View, Masiphumelele
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 | National Certificate
- Closing Date: 8 August 2026
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the Customer Assistant Foods Jobs, applicants must have:
- Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent NQF qualification
- Basic computer literacy
- Experience in food retail or customer service (advantageous)
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and early mornings
- Good communication skills
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and cold chain management
- Attention to detail
- Good teamwork and punctuality
- Ability to identify and report quality or security concerns
Skills Required
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Customer service skills
- Communication skills
- Merchandising skills
- Cash handling abilities
- Product knowledge
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Stock management
- Problem-solving skills
Key Responsibilities
- Welcome customers and provide outstanding customer service
- Assist customers with product recommendations and promotions
- Replenish shelves and rotate stock correctly
- Maintain food safety, hygiene, and cold chain standards
- Identify damaged products and manage returns appropriately
- Maintain merchandising standards, planograms, and department cleanliness
- Minimise stock losses by following company security procedures
- Promote new products and special offers
- Maintain professional appearance, punctuality, and teamwork
- Support cashier operations and daily store activities
Why Apply
- Join one of South Africa’s leading retail brands
- Gain valuable experience in food retail and customer service
- Work in a professional and supportive environment
- Develop merchandising and cashier skills
- Learn industry-leading food safety and retail practices
- Enjoy opportunities for career growth within Woolworths
- Build long-term retail experience
- Work with a company committed to quality and innovation
Important Notes
- This is a full-time position.
- Location: Fish Hoek, Western Cape.
- Reference Number: WWL260803-13.
- Closing Date: 8 August 2026.
- Applicants must have Grade 12 (Matric) or an equivalent NQF qualification.
- Candidates must be willing to work flexible shifts, including weekends and early mornings.
- Previous experience in food retail or customer service is advantageous but not essential.