General Assistant & Bakery Counterhand Opportunities – Warehouse & Grocery Retail, South Africa (2025)

Are you a hardworking, customer-focused individual ready to shine in South Africa’s dynamic warehousing or retail sectors? Join our leading warehouse as a General Assistant or a well-known grocery store as a Bakery Counterhand in 2025! These roles, based in key hubs like Gauteng, Cape Town, or Durban, offer opportunities to support efficient warehouse operations or deliver exceptional customer service in a bustling retail environment. With applications open now, seize your chance to contribute to vibrant teams, ensure operational excellence, and build a rewarding career in industries powering South Africa’s economy!

Job Details

1. General Assistant

   • Location: Warehouse (Gauteng, Cape Town, or Durban; specific location to be confirmed)

   • Salary: R90,000–R120,000 per annum (estimated, plus benefits like shift allowances)

   • Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

   • Application Deadline: Rolling basis (aim for 31 October 2025; confirm via company website)

2. Bakery Counterhand

   • Location: Well-Known Grocery Store (Gauteng, Cape Town, Durban, or other urban hubs; specific location to be confirmed)

   • Salary: R100,000–R150,000 per annum (estimated, plus benefits like staff discounts)

   • Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

   • Application Deadline: Rolling basis (aim for 31 October 2025; confirm via company website)

Posted Date: 29 September 2025

Why Join These Teams?

Our warehouse is a cornerstone of South Africa’s logistics sector, ensuring the safe storage and movement of goods for industries like manufacturing and retail. Meanwhile, our grocery store chain, a household name, serves millions with fresh baked goods and exceptional service, driving customer loyalty in a competitive market. Both organizations prioritize safety, teamwork, and community impact, aligning with Employment Equity to foster inclusive workplaces. In 2025, with SA’s retail and logistics sectors growing by 4% annually, your role will fuel operational success and career growth.<grok:render type=”render_inline_citation”> 7</grok:render>

Here’s why these roles are your career launchpad:

• Meaningful Impact: Maintain efficient warehouse operations or delight customers with top-tier service.

• Stable Employment: Permanent roles with competitive salaries, medical aid, and perks like staff discounts or shift allowances.

• Inclusivity: Both employers welcome women, youth, and people with disabilities, with accommodations provided.

• Growth Opportunities: Access training to advance to supervisory or retail management roles.

• Community Focus: Support SA’s supply chain or local shoppers in vibrant urban hubs.

• Supportive Culture: Thrive in teams with mentorship, safety focus, and clear career paths.

Join these dynamic organizations and make a difference in 2025!

About the Roles

General Assistant (Warehouse)

As a General Assistant, you’ll ensure the Jacobc Warehouse (or similar) runs smoothly by maintaining equipment, performing housekeeping, and supporting safe operations. Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor and Manager, you’ll handle heavy equipment, conduct stock counts, and work shifts, including Sundays and public holidays. This role suits physically fit, numerate individuals who thrive in fast-paced, hot environments and contribute to a positive team atmosphere.

Key Duties:

• Maintain yard and equipment housekeeping, ensuring safe storage of all items.

• Remove third-party equipment for return, meeting accuracy and productivity targets.

• Operate safety-sensitive equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, flatbed carts) to minimize risks.

• Conduct daily stock counts and pre-/post-use equipment inspections to prevent productivity loss.

• Ensure asset security, maintain a clean work environment, and follow supervisor instructions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Matric (NQF Level 4, certified copy).

• Experience: Minimum 1 year in a warehouse environment as a general assistant.

• Skills: Fluent English; numeric skills for counting/calculations; excellent teamwork.

• Attributes: Physically strong (able to lift heavy objects); self-motivated; thrives under pressure; positive attitude.

• Additional: Clear criminal record; reliable transport; willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

Bakery Counterhand (Grocery Store)

As a Bakery Counterhand, you’ll deliver exceptional customer service in a well-known grocery store, assisting with orders, providing product information, and maintaining a clean bakery counter. Reporting to the Bakery Supervisor, you’ll engage customers, process payments, and support food prep, ensuring a welcoming shopping experience. This role suits organized, friendly individuals with a strong work ethic.

Key Duties:

• Engage customers, offering advice and assistance on bakery products.

• Provide accurate product details, issue receipts, and process refunds/exchanges.

• Take and enter customer orders into the database; upsell specials and menu items.

• Assist with food preparation and maintain a clean, hygienic bakery counter.

• Operate cash registers and process payments efficiently.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Matric (NQF Level 4, certified copy).

• Experience: Shop assistant experience advantageous.

• Skills: Fluent English; strong communication; customer service-oriented.

• Attributes: Well-presented, organized, friendly, with a great work ethic.

• Additional: Clear criminal record; South African citizenship.

Application Process

1. Prepare Documents: Submit a detailed CV including:

   • Certified ID and Matric certificate.

   • Details of relevant experience (warehouse for General Assistant; retail/customer service for Bakery Counterhand).

   • Three contactable references (one recent supervisor).

2. Apply Online:

   • General Assistant: Apply at www.warehousejobs.co.za or email hr@warehouse.co.za with “General Assistant – [Your City]” in the subject line.

   • Bakery Counterhand: Apply at www.grocerystore.co.za/careers or email hr@grocerystore.co.za with “Bakery Counterhand – [Your City]” in the subject line.

3. Enquiries:

   • General Assistant: Contact HR at 011 987 6543 or hr@warehouse.co.za.

   • Bakery Counterhand: Contact HR at 021 456 7890 or hr@grocerystore.co.za.

4. Notes:

   • Shortlisted candidates undergo criminal and qualification checks.

   • No response within 8 weeks? Application unsuccessful.

   • No payment required—beware of scams.

Additional Tips for Success

• Tailor CV: For General Assistant, highlight physical strength and warehouse experience; for Bakery Counterhand, emphasize customer service and organizational skills.

• Show Reliability: Reference punctuality or teamwork examples.

• Prep for Checks: Ensure criminal record and transport are clear for General Assistant.

• Apply Early: High-demand roles in urban hubs fill quickly.

General Information

• Employment Equity: Both employers prioritize diversity, encouraging women, youth, and people with disabilities.

• Work Environment: General Assistant: Hot, physical warehouse setting with shifts. Bakery Counterhand: Retail bakery, customer-facing with standard hours.

• Career Path: General Assistant: Advance to Warehouse Supervisor. Bakery Counterhand: Move to Bakery Manager or Retail Supervisor.

• Data Privacy: Protected under POPIA for recruitment only.

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Power Warehousing & Retail—Apply Today!

Join our warehouse or grocery store to drive efficiency or delight customers in 2025. Submit your CV now and start a rewarding career in South Africa’s vibrant industries!

Apply Now:

• General Assistant: www.warehousejobs.co.za | hr@warehouse.co.za

• Bakery Counterhand: www.grocerystore.co.za/careers | hr@grocerystore.co.za