The General Assistant Jobs 2026 opportunity at TsAfrika Catering Solutions is available for candidates who are interested in working within a catering and food service environment. The successful candidate will assist cooks and chefs with food preparation, serve meals, operate the cash register and maintain clean and hygienic kitchen and canteen areas. These General Assistant Jobs are suitable for practical, reliable and hardworking individuals who enjoy working as part of a team. Candidates should have good communication skills, strong personal hygiene and the ability to work efficiently in a busy catering environment.
Position Details
- Job Title: General Assistant
- Company: TsAfrika Catering Solutions
- Business Unit: TsAfrika Catering Solutions
- Reference Number: TSE260904-6
- Job Type: Full Time
- Location: Cape Town Central, Western Cape
- Country: South Africa
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Qualification: Matric / Senior Certificate
- Closing Date: 11 September 2026
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the General Assistant Jobs, applicants must:
- Be 18 years of age or older.
- Have completed Matric / Grade 12 or a Senior Certificate.
- Be able to work in a busy catering and food service environment.
- Have good personal hygiene.
- Be physically able to bend, stand and lift as required.
- Be willing to work approximately 45–50 hours per week.
- Be willing to follow workplace health, safety and hygiene requirements.
- Be able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Previous operational or client interaction experience may be advantageous.
Skills Required
Applicants interested in the General Assistant Jobs 2026 should demonstrate:
- Good communication skills.
- Good hand-eye coordination.
- Practical and methodical approach to work.
- Strong teamwork skills.
- Honesty and reliability.
- Good personal hygiene.
- Ability to work quickly and safely.
- Customer service skills.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Physical stamina.
- Attention to cleanliness and hygiene.
- Willingness to learn and assist colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting cooks and chefs with food production.
- Preparing meals, particularly salads and desserts.
- Placing entrees, salads, desserts and other food items on the serving line.
- Keeping the serving line well stocked and clean.
- Operating the cash register where required.
- Serving food to customers.
- Maintaining clean and orderly canteen areas.
- Keeping the kitchen clean and organised.
- Following company and statutory cleanliness and hygiene regulations.
- Ensuring health, safety and food quality standards are maintained.
- Storing and recording food leftovers.
- Counting and handing over stock to the correct staff where applicable.
- Assisting with training new employees when required.
- Providing a high level of customer service.
- Responding appropriately to customer complaints and compliments.
- Attending meetings and training courses when required.
- Carrying out reasonable instructions from management.
- Performing other related duties as assigned.
Why Apply
- Gain experience in the catering and food service industry.
- Work within TsAfrika Catering Solutions.
- Develop practical food production skills.
- Gain customer service experience.
- Develop cash register and serving skills.
- Gain experience working alongside cooks and chefs.
- Build teamwork and communication skills.
- Develop workplace hygiene and food safety awareness.
- Gain experience in a professional canteen and kitchen environment.
- Strengthen your CV with catering and operational experience.
- Develop practical skills in a fast-paced working environment.
Important Notes
- Reference Number: TSE260904-6.
- Location: Cape Town Central, Western Cape.
- This is a full-time position.
- Applicants must be 18 years or older.
- A Matric / Senior Certificate is required.
- Candidates should be physically capable of standing, bending and lifting.
- The position requires good personal hygiene.
- Candidates must be able to work approximately 45–50 hours per week.
- Applicants must be able to work quickly while maintaining safety and quality standards.
- Good communication and teamwork skills are important.
- Candidates must comply with workplace hygiene, health and safety requirements.
- Previous operational and client interaction experience is advantageous.
- The General Assistant Jobs opportunity involves working in a catering and kitchen environment.