Fresh Produce Packer

How2Apply Talent Network
East London, Eastern Cape
Part-time
Posted 2 hours ago
Part-time General Worker
R4 500 – R5 500/month
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Job Description

Shoppers in East London judge a liquor store by its shelves, and that is where you come in. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

This post is East London-based, with most of your time spent at a liquor store. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

What you'll actually do

  • Weigh, bag and price fruit and vegetables
  • Unpack deliveries in the receiving area and sort by aisle
  • Put up price tickets and promotion shelf strips
  • Check sell-by dates and pull expired stock for the manager
  • Help customers find products and carry heavy items to cars

You'll need

  • Able to stand and lift cases all shift
  • Honest, since stock losses are checked closely
  • Basic reading and maths for price checks
  • Neat appearance and punctual
  • Polite with customers and happy to help
  • Available for weekends, month-end and public holidays

Helpful, not essential

  • Previous shelf packing or merchandising work
  • Being 18 or older for liquor store roles
  • Own transport for route merchandising jobs

What's in it for you

  • Chance to move into till or department roles
  • Paid training in store procedures
  • Travel allowance on merchandising routes
  • Staff discount on groceries

Applying, step by step

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: matric results or last school report, CV with the days and times you can work plus ID document or smart card, with a certified copy.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 10 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around East London; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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Tips to get shortlisted

  • If you have ever sold anything, even at a school tuck shop or a family stall, list it. It shows you are comfortable with customers.
  • Hand your CV in at the store in person, early in the week, and ask for the store or receiving manager by name.

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Job details
SalaryR4 500 – R5 500/month
Job TypePart-time
LocationEast London, Eastern Cape
CategoryGeneral Worker
ExperienceEntry level
Posted13 November 2026
Closing Date20 December 2026
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