Pick n Pay Jobs

Pick n Pay Jobs What’s the Deal?
This isn’t just an internship, it’s your launchpad into the world of butchery. At Pick n Pay, we believe that learning the ropes (and the ribs!) of butchery is about more than just cutting meat, it’s about building real skills, growing your career, and becoming part of a proud, skilled crew. We’re not just developing meat masters, we’re crafting future artisans with confidence, purpose, and passion

We are Looking For:

• Unemployed youth (18–34 years old)
• Hardy and ready for a challenge
• Comfortable working with your hands and on your feet
• Passionate about food and eager to learn
• Are you cool, calm, and crushing it no matter the temperature?

This is not just a job, it’s a calling.

Put on your apron, pick up your knife, and join a program that will change your life and fuel your future.

Craving a skill that’s worth its weight, Apply now. Spots are limited

What You will start to Learn:

Meat Mastery:  Cut, trim, portion, and prep like a pro — even sausages and cold cuts!

Packaging & Display:  Weigh, wrap, and showcase the goods like it’s your art gallery.

Hygiene & Safety:  Keep it clean, gear up right, and handle tools like a champ.

Operations Flow:  Restock, run the floor, and use cool kit (yes, even band saws).

Customer Vibes:  Own the counter, guide customers, and dish out expert meat tips.

What’s in it for Pick n Pay Jobs

• A Chance to work in Pick n Pay, one of South Africa’s Top Retail Chains
• A Career Pathway on our MasterCut Apprentice to Artisan Programme
• Pick n Pay Certification at each level of the Programme

Hands-On Practical Experience in PnP Store

Checkout Assistant , Shelfpacker Wine, Shelfpacker Groceries & Shelfpacker General Merchandise

• Assertive and able to communicate effectively
• Align with Pick N Pay values
• Self-motivated and own development driven mindset
• Service Orientation
• Good Interpersonal skills and a Team player
• Customer centric
• Outstanding customer care skills, the ability to interact and communicate with customer.
• Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards
• Merchandise products according to laid down standards
• Rotate stock, remove expired stock
• Prevent wastage/ shrinkage/damages
• Maintain the cold chain (if applicable)
• Hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards (floor and back-up)
• Check correct pricing e.g. lables – Adhere to and maintain security procedures
• Operate and clean equipment according to laid down standards
• Respond to customers’ queries in courteous manner
• Promote products

Pick n Pay Jobs Cashier

To process transactions using our POS system, handling cash, giving refunds, and balancing the till. Maintain clean working environment, upsell products and services where appropriate, resolve complaints, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.

• Minimum Grade 10 is essential (Grade 12 Advantageous)
• Computer Literate – Advantageous
• Ability to communicate in English
• Numeracy
• Communication
• Execution Process Instruction
• Customer Orientation
• Time Management
• Ethical Behaviour
• Flexibility

• Prepare and manage the float
• Operate the till and scanner correctly and speedily when checking out the customer’s purchases
• Receive and process all forms of payment and transactions during checkout
• Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages
• Maintain hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards
• Adhere to and maintain security procedures
• Operate and clean equipment according to laid down standards
• Interact with customers and respond to their queries in a courteous manner

Job Posting

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!Implement a standard greeting protocol, Provide assistance by knowing product locations, features, and benefits, Establish a clear process for addressing customer complaints, including escalating issues when necessary, Follow a standard procedure for stocking shelves, ensuring products are properly displayed and rotated, Maintain a clean and organized store environment and organizing merchandise displays, Establish clear communication protocols for interacting with customers, colleagues, and management, Benefits of Standard Operating Procedures, Ensures all assistants perform tasks in a similar manner, leading to a more consistent customer experience.

Hard working and able to work shopping mall hours

-Able to work under pressure

– Passion for retail

– Proficient in English

• Assertive and able to communicate effectively
• Align with Pick N Pay values
• Self-motivated and own development driven mindset
• Good Service Orientation
• Good Interpersonal skills and a Team player
• Customer centric
• Outstanding customer care skills, the ability to interact and communicate
• with customer.
• Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards
• Merchandise products according to laid down standards
• Check quality, rotate stock, remove expired stock
• Prevent wastage/ shrinkage/damages
• Check temperatures/maintain the cold chain (if applicable)
• Maintain hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards (floor and back-up)
• Check correct pricing e.g. labels – Adhere to and maintain security procedures
• Operate and clean equipment according to laid down standards
• Respond to customers’ queries in courteous manner
• Promote products

Blockman Mastercut Programme

Checkout Assistant , Shelfpacker Wine, Shelfpacker Groceries, Shelfpacker General Merchandise, Shelfpacker Perishables, Shelfpacker Clothing , Warehouse/Stockroom Assistant, Service Area Assistant Bakery, Service Area Assistant Butchery, Service Area Assistant Deli, Service Area Assistant Fruit & Veg ,Service Area Assistant Cheese, Production Assistant , Blockman

Implement a standard greeting protocol, Provide assistance by knowing product locations, features, and benefits, Establish a clear process for addressing customer complaints including escalating issues when necessary, Follow a standard procedure for stocking shelves, ensuring products are properly displayed and rotated, Maintain a clean and organized store environment and organizing merchandise displays, Establish clear communication protocols for interacting with customers, colleagues, and management, Benefits of Standard Operating Procedures, Ensures all assistants perform tasks in a similar manner, leading to a more consistent customer experience.

– Hard working and able to work shopping mall hours

-Able to work under pressure

– Passion for retail

– Proficient in English

• Assertive and able to communicate effectively
• Align with Pick N Pay values
• Self-motivated and own development driven mindset
• Good Service Orientation
• Interpersonal skills and a Team player
• Customer centric

Checkout Assistant, Shelfpacker Wine, Shelfpacker Groceries, Shelfpacker General Merchandise, Shelfpacker Perishables, Shelfpacker Clothing , Warehouse/Stockroom Assistant, Service Area Assistant Bakery, Service Area Assistant Butchery, Service Area Assistant Deli, Service Area Assistant Fruit & Veg ,Service Area Assistant Cheese, Production Assistant , Blockman

Outstanding customer care skills, the ability to interact and communicate
with customer.
– Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards
– Merchandise products according to laid down standards
– Check quality, rotate stock, remove expired stock
– Prevent wastage/ shrinkage/damages
– Check temperatures/maintain the cold chain (if applicable)
– Housekeeping and safe working standards (floor and back-up)
– Correct pricing e.g. lables – Adhere to and maintain security procedures
– Operate and clean equipment according to laid down standards
– Respond to customers’ queries in courteous manner
– Promote products

• Hard working and able to work shopping mall hours
• -Able to work under pressure
• – Passion for retail
• – Proficient in English

Blockman Mastercut Programme

Pick n Pay Jobs Floor Salesperson Clothing

Ensures that hygiene, housekeeping and safe work standards are maintained
-Monitors adherence to merchandise/display standards
-Handle stock according to set standards.
-Conducts regular quality checks on merchandise
-Checks that pricing of products are correct
-Outstanding customer care skills, the ability to interact and communicate with
customer
-Maximize sales to meet store targets.
-Perform all sales related duties – Accurate and efficient till operation skills.

Matric or relevant tertiary qualification
·       1 year + Clothing retailer experience
·       Passion for retail
·       Proficient in English
·       Hard working and able to work shopping mall hours

Assertive and able to communicate effectively
·       Align with Pick N Pay values
·       Self-motivated and own development driven mindset
·       Good Interpersonal skills and a Team player
·       Customer centric

Pick n Pay Jobs Floor Salesperson Clothing

We are seeking individuals to join our dynamic Pick n Pay Clothing Crew. You should be eager to gain experience in the Clothing retail industry. The ideal candidate will be customer minded, passionate about Clothing and eager to learn.

 Matric or relevant tertiary qualification

·       1 year + Clothing retailer experience

·       Passion for retail

·       Proficient in English

·       Hard working and able to work shopping mall hours

• Outstanding customer care skills, the ability to interact and communicate with customerMaximize sales to meet store targets.
• Display merchandise according to company standards.
• Handle stock according to set standards.
• Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards.
• Perform all sales related duties – Accurate and efficient till operation skills.
•  General health, safety and housekeeping standards.

Blockman

Outstanding customer care skills, the ability to interact and communicate
with customer.
– Maintaining outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards
– Merchandise products according to laid down standards
– Check quality, rotate stock, remove expired stock
– Prevent wastage/ shrinkage/damages
– Test temperatures/maintain the cold chain (if applicable)
– Maintain hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards (floor and back-up)
– Check correct pricing e.g. lables – Adhere to and maintain security procedures
– Operate and clean equipment according to laid down standards
– Respond to customers’ queries in courteous manner
– Promote products

– Hard working and able to work shopping mall hours

-Able to work under pressure

– Passion for retail

– Proficient in English

Pick n Pay Jobs: Assistant Clothing Manager

At Pick n Pay, we’re looking for talented people with exceptional skills who share our values and want to join a team of experienced professionals.
We have exciting opportunities for determined, focused and dedicated individuals who wish to apply for Clothing Assistant Manager position.
Candidates need to demonstrate professional values and attitudes; and the ability to integrate acumen and technical competence with each area of the value creation process.

1 year experience in a clothing managerial position. (or previous reliever experience for a minimum of 6 months)

Grade: 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.

Computer literate – MS Outlook, Excel, Word. MS Teams/Zoom.

To work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends and stock takes after hours

Will be moved from store to store if and when need be

Willingness and ability to undertake physical hands-on tasks

Complete an assessment

Competencies:

An absolute passion for the product
Interpersonal & communication skills
Conscientious, attentive to detail, accurate
Good staff management and development skills
Sense of urgency, enthusiasm and high energy level
Assertiveness
Customer centric approach

Ability to work under pressure
Motivation, self-confidence and the use of initiative
Team player who is results driven

Blockman Mastercut Programme

Customer Journey:
Customer centric approach

Ensuring customer service standards are rigorously applied
Attending to all customer service requests, advertising on product and services. Ensure that VM standards are adhered to and execution of all plans and promotions.

People Management: (Assist Store Manager with functions):
Manage all people related aspects on an ongoing bases for staff.
Deal with employee shortcomings if/when needed.
Able to lead and manage a team of employees.
Assist with identify training initiatives and develop staff accordingly.

Daily Operations/Stock Management/Risk Management:

Opening and locking of store in accordance with the company security procedures
Start & end of day reporting and procedures
Conducting administration (staff scheduling & leave, invoices, pricing, costs, floats & banking, expense control, reconciliations, CDC and head office instructions etc) per company standards and procedures
Ensuring merchandise is offloaded, captured, packed, merchandised & displayed per company policy
Monitoring quality and controlling soilage of merchandise and taking appropriate action
Controlling shrinkage
Ensure that OHS standards are adhered to at all times

Sales/Promotions:
Promoting sales to achieve budgets and monitoring sales, turnover and participation.
Conducting promotions
Implementation of markdowns and RTC’s

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Pick n Pay Jobs: Regional Manager

Drive, lead and control the execution of regional objectives in their mini region and achievement of stores profitability, operational efficiency, and overall implementation of business imperatives that ensure the region is aligned with the business strategy.

Minimum requirements

Post matric educational level

5-8 years of experience as a Store Manager, Area Manager, or 2-3 years in a similar leadership role within a retail environment, with a proven history of successfully managing multiple locations.

Competencies

Exceptional leadership and team-building skills.

Strong business acumen and analytical abilities, with the capacity to adapt and respond to market trends.

Strong Financial acumen

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage at all levels.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

A passion for delivering outstanding customer service and achieving company goals.

Key responsibilities

Lead, motivate, and develop a team of Store Managers to ensure top performance across all stores in the region.

Develop and execute regional strategies to drive sales, customer satisfaction, and profitability.

Analyze performance metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement, creating action plans for enhanced results.

Ensure all stores are in compliance with company standards, policies, and procedures.

Manage staffing levels, training programs, and employee engagement initiatives across your stores to foster a positive work culture.

Collaborate with the Marketing and Commercial teams to implement effective in-store promotions.

Conduct regular store visits and performance evaluations, offering feedback and coaching to Store Managers.

What We Offer:

Competitive Salary & Benefits: Enjoy a salary that rewards your leadership, plus an attractive benefits package.

Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, training, and promotion as we continue to grow.

Discover who we are

Pick n Pay Jobs: Blockman

Do you have a passion for butchery and a talent for crafting perfect cuts of meat? Can you prepare and break various meat carcasses, de-boning all cuts of meat, manufacture mince, and produce sausage and boerewors?
We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Blockman to join our team and ensure our customers receive the best, freshly prepared cuts every time!
Why Work with Us?
Competitive Pay: Receive a competitive salary with additional benefits.
Career Development: We provide training and growth opportunities to help you take the next step in your career.

Minimum requirements

Experience as a Blockman or in a similar role within in butchery or food industry
Able to cut / manufacture / produce various meat products e.g., loin chops, roast, etc., (This skill will be tested). 
Strong communication and customer service skills
Ability to work efficiently and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety
Work in a cold environment. 
Be physically able to lift carcasses and containers of meat
Operate all Butchery Equipment including the Bandsaw. 
Report any defective equipment/utensils to the Butchery Manager. 
Control, Merchandise and Promote stock according to laid down procedures and standards. 
Prepare and break various meat carcasses according to laid down specifications. 
De-boning all cuts of meat and Manufacture Mince / Produce Sausage and Boerewors.  
Prevent wastage / shrinkage / damages. 
Check temperatures and monitor/maintain the cold chain. 
Provide the required product or services and handle customers in a courteous and businesslike manner.   

Maintain a high level of cleanliness and hygiene of butchery-related equipment and utensils.    

Ready to Bring Your Expertise to Our Team?
If you have a passion for the art of butchery and want to work in an environment that values quality and precision, we want to hear from you!
 

Pick n Pay Jobs: Baker

Why Join Us?
Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a great salary, along with an attractive benefits package.
Growth Opportunities: We believe in helping our team grow, with training, development, and promotion opportunities available.

Grade 12

Experience as a Baker within a bakery or retail environment

Passion for baking and creating high-quality, delicious products

Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow recipes and guidelines accurately

Ability to work early hours, with flexibility and a positive attitude

Creativity, teamwork, and excellent communication skills

Bake Fresh Goods: Prepare and bake a wide variety of bread, pastries, cakes, and other baked goods, ensuring consistency and quality.

Follow Recipes & Techniques: Maintain the highest standards of baking, ensuring products meet customer expectations and safety guidelines.

Ensure Freshness: Monitor and manage inventory to ensure fresh ingredients and products are always available.

Maintain Cleanliness: Keep the baking area clean, organized, and fully stocked in compliance with health and safety standards.

Ready to Bake Your Future with Us?
If you have a love for baking and want to be part of a team that values quality, and excellence, we want you to join us!

Fresh Foods Manager

Are you an experienced leader ready to manage thriving departments while ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction? We are looking for a Fresh Foods Managers, to lead our fresh team and deliver the best in fresh produce, butchery, bakery and Deli!

Why Work with Us?
Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary and a benefits package designed for your well-being.
Growth Opportunities: Take the next step in your career with ample training, development, and promotion opportunities.

Minimum requirements

Grade 12

2 – 3 years’ experience / training in foods retail and management of resources.

Experience managing fresh foods in a supermarket, café, eatery environment

Strong leadership and communication skills

A deep knowledge of food safety, quality control, and inventory management

Passion for fresh food and a commitment to delivering an exceptional customer experience

Able to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment

Key responsibilities

Lead the Fresh Foods Departments: Oversee daily operations, including the management of fresh produce, butchery, bakery, and Deli.

Ensure Quality & Freshness: Guarantee that all products meet our high-quality standards, and that freshness is maintained throughout the day.

Drive Sales & Performance: Develop and execute strategies to drive sales, reduce waste, and optimise inventory.

Customer-Focused: Provide exceptional service and create a shopping experience that exceeds customer expectations.

Team Leadership: Lead, train, and develop a motivated team to deliver on our high standards while fostering a collaborative and positive work environment

Ready to Make an Impact?
If you are passionate and a fresh foods enthusiast with strong leadership skills, we want to hear from you! Apply now and bring your expertise to our team.

Pick n Pay Jobs: Butchery Manager

We’re looking for talented and dedicated Butchery Managers to oversee our butchery department and ensure that our customers receive the finest cuts every time! This function includes the planning, organizing, directing, motivating, controlling, and providing practical operational support in the running of the Butchery to achieve the set business objectives.

Why Join Us?
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
Career Growth: We’re committed to your professional development, offering training and advancement opportunities.
Work Environment: Be part of a passionate team that values hard work, collaboration, and delivering the best to our customers.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12

Experience as a Butchery Manager or 2-3 years in a supervisory role in a retail or Butchery environment.

Extensive knowledge of meat cuts, food safety, and butchery techniques

Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team

Excellent customer service with a passion for delivering the highest-quality products

Organizational skills, with the ability to manage inventory and reduce waste

Duties and Responsibilities

Lead & Manage the Butchery Department: Oversee day-to-day operations, including inventory control, ordering, and ensuring top-quality cuts are available for our customers.

Maintain High Standards of Hygiene & Safety: Ensure all meat handling, storage, and display practices meet the food safety regulations and company standards.

Enhance Customer Experience: Provide exceptional customer service, offering expert advice and custom cuts that meet specific customer needs.

Drive Sales & Profits: Develop strategies to boost sales, reduce waste, and maximise profitability within the butchery department.

Lead & Train a High-Performing Team: Manage, train, and mentor butchery staff, ensuring they are knowledgeable, skilled, and motivated to provide excellent service.

Skills Requirements

Cut, pack, manufacture and merchandise all butchery products

Cooperate all the butchery equipment

Offer friendly customer service

Passion and have product knowledge for butchery products

Good intrapersonal skills

High energy levels

Personal hygiene

Excellent work environment hygiene standards

Pick n Pay Jobs: Store Manager Clothing

Join Our Team!

An exceptional Store Manager to take the reins at our clothing store!

If you excel at motivating teams, achieving targets, and delivering an unforgettable shopping experience, we want to hear from you. This is your chance to combine your leadership skills with your love for style in a role where every day is as exciting as the latest trends.

Step into the spotlight and help us create something extraordinary—apply today!

Minimum Requirements: 

• Education: Grade 12 (Matric), N3 equivalent, or a degree in Clothing or a related field. 
• Experience: 2–5 years in a similar role within the clothing retail sector. 
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of merchandising principles and a passion for fashion. 
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, inspire, and build high-performing teams. 
• Technical Skills: Proficient in computer systems; knowledge of SAP to run, analyze, and interpret reports is a plus. 

Key Competencies: 

• Customer-Focused: Always puts the customer first, ensuring exceptional service. 
• Business Savvy: Strong retail acumen with a trader’s mindset and strategic problem-solving skills. 
• Effective Communicator: Assertive, clear, and impactful in both negotiation and decision-making. 
• Analytical Thinker: Sharp numerical and analytical abilities with high attention to detail. 
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient in using relevant computer systems. 
• Relationship Builder: Skilled at networking and fostering strong connections. 
• Driven and Aligned: Self-motivated, growth-oriented, and committed to upholding Pick n Pay’s values. 

Are you ready to take the lead and make your mark? As our Clothing Store Manager, you’ll: 

• Inspire and Lead: Guide and motivate your team to deliver top-notch service and create an unforgettable shopping experience. 
• Boost Business: Implement smart strategies to hit sales targets, analyze performance, and drive the store’s success. 
• Run the Show: Oversee daily operations, manage staff schedules, stock, and ensure smooth-running processes in line with company standards. 
• Style It Up: Ensure the store looks impeccable—manage visual merchandising, housekeeping, and displays that turn heads. 
• Develop Your Team: Coach and support your crew, identify training needs, and build a productive, positive work environment. 
• Maintain Standards: Keep policies, security, and maintenance in check while managing costs and ensuring smooth operations. 

If you’re a leader…. who’s passionate about fashion, customer service, and driving results, this is your chance to shine! 

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Pick n Pay Jobs: Trainee Manager Stores

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the largest supermarket chain store in South Africa and gain insight and understanding of store operations by working in various departments. This is a career path to become a store manager.

2- 3 years retail experience advantagious

1 – 3 years departmental manager experience
Must be: successful in at least 2 competency based interviews
– flexible and willing to be transferred between stores
– willing to give authorization for a full credit and criminal check

Be Matriculated (attach certified copy to application)
Have a valid South African ID (attach copy to application)
Drivers Licence is essential (attach certified copy of license)
Must reside in Western Cape

Competencies

Performance Management.
Problem Solving
Sense of urgency
Attention to detail
Assertiveness.
Relationships building
Effective communication
Financial acumen
Results orientated

Ensure that hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards are maintained (floor and back-up)
Security procedures are adhered to
Merchandise/display standards are adhered to
Conduct regular quality checks, ensure that stock is rotated.
Damaged/expired stock is removed Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages Check correct pricing e.g. labels

Ensure that all administration is completed accurately and timeously
Analyse, maintain and update relevant information/documentation, take required action when necessary
Plan and implement sales promotions
Approach and advise customers on the product, listen to customers’ requests, provide the required product or services.
Monitor budgets and take required action
Analyse profitability of department, make recommendations or take required actions
Optimise stock levels e.g. always in stock, never overstocked through effective ordering
Manage employees to ensure standards are maintained by competent, motivated employees

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