Fresh Produce Packer – Fixed-Term

How2Apply Talent Network
Khayelitsha, Western Cape
Temporary
Posted 59 min ago
Temporary General Worker
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Job Description

Shoppers in Khayelitsha judge a hardware and building store by its shelves, and that is where you come in. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

The site is in Khayelitsha; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

The work, day to day

  • Put up price tickets and promotion shelf strips
  • Weigh, bag and price fruit and vegetables
  • Visit several stores on a merchandising route and send photos of shelves
  • Help customers find products and carry heavy items to cars
  • Pack shelves from the back, rotating older stock to the front (first in, first out)

Must-haves

  • Available for weekends, month-end and public holidays
  • Honest, since stock losses are checked closely
  • Grade 10 or matric
  • Polite with customers and happy to help
  • Able to stand and lift cases all shift
  • Basic reading and maths for price checks

Extra points for

  • Own transport for route merchandising jobs
  • Some till or cash-handling experience
  • Being 18 or older for liquor store roles

What you get

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

How to apply for this job

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Khayelitsha really suit you before you apply.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: 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. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 7 working days.

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

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • Stores fill weekend and night-fill slots first, so write "available weekends and nights" in your CV summary line.
  • 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.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeTemporary
LocationKhayelitsha, Western Cape
CategoryGeneral Worker
ExperienceEntry level
Posted29 October 2026
Closing Date1 December 2026
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