Checkout Assistant at Pick n Pay Promenade, Western Cape
Pick n Pay · Promenade, Western Cape
Overview
Pick n Pay is looking for a friendly Checkout Assistant to join their Promenade store in the Western Cape. This full time role is perfect for someone with a Grade 12 certificate who enjoys helping customers and working as part of a busy retail team. You will handle payments, pack groceries and keep the till area tidy. If you are reliable, accurate with money and willing to work shifts, this is a great entry point into retail with one of South Africa's best known grocery brands.
About the role
As a Checkout Assistant at Pick n Pay Promenade, you are the last person a customer speaks to before they leave the store, so your role really matters. You will be responsible for processing purchases accurately at the till point, handling payments and making sure every customer leaves with a positive experience.
Your day to day tasks will include:
- Scanning and packing purchased goods into checkout bags and trolleys according to store standards
- Handling cash, card and other payment methods correctly and following all cash handling procedures
- Keeping your till area clean, organised and free of clutter
- Using cleaning materials and detergents to maintain hygiene standards
- Working shifts to meet the store's operational requirements
- Assisting with any other duties as assigned by your supervisor
You may also be required to work across different stores from time to time, so a willingness to be flexible and multi skilled is important. The role is physically demanding and involves standing for long periods, so energy and a positive attitude go a long way.
Please note: All applicants will be required to complete a numeracy screening assessment as part of the selection process. This position also requires transferability between stores. The closing date for applications is 10 November 2026.Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
- Must be able to communicate in English
- Willing and able to work shifts to meet operational requirements
- Must successfully complete a numeracy screening assessment
- Excellent communication skills, both listening and speaking clearly
- Customer minded with a positive attitude
- Thorough and accurate with a sense of urgency
- Able to handle routine work at a consistently high standard
- Willing to be flexible and multi skilled
- Open to ongoing self development and improvement
Responsibilities
- Provide excellent customer service at the till point
- Accurately process purchases and handle payments
- Pack purchased goods into checkout bags and trolleys according to required standards
- Maintain a clean and organised till area
- Use detergents and cleaning materials safely
- Follow all company policies and cash handling procedures
- Work shifts to meet operational requirements
- Perform routine tasks at a constant high standard
- Seek opportunities to improve and grow your skills
- Be willing to work across different stores when needed
Job details
- Organisation
- Pick n Pay
- Location
- Promenade, Western Cape
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Entry
- Education
- Matric
- Category
- Retail & Wholesale
- Posted
- 1 October 2026 (1 month ago)
- Closing date
- 10 November 2026
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
Landing a job at Pick n Pay is a great way to get your foot in the retail door. For this Checkout Assistant role, make sure your CV shows any customer service experience you have, even if it was volunteering or helping at a family shop. They want someone who is reliable, friendly and accurate with money.
When you apply, highlight that you have your Grade 12 certificate and that you are comfortable working shifts. The numeracy assessment is nothing to stress about. It is just to check you can handle basic calculations at the till. If you get an interview, be ready to talk about how you would handle a difficult customer or a busy queue. Show them you are willing to learn and grow with the company. Good luck!
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