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Introduction

Woolworths is hiring Customer Assistants for various store-based opportunities across South Africa.

These vacancies include Customer Assistant roles in Tills, Foods, Fashion, Beauty and Home. The positions are suitable for applicants who have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification and are interested in retail, customer service and store operations.

Some positions are permanent, while others are contract or limited-period employment opportunities.

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About Woolworths

Woolworths is one of South Africa’s leading retail brands, offering food, fashion, beauty, homeware and lifestyle products. The company is known for quality products, customer service and store excellence.

Working as a Customer Assistant at Woolworths gives applicants an opportunity to gain retail experience, interact with customers and support daily store operations.

Quick Job Overview

DetailsInformation

Company	Woolworths
Position	Customer Assistant
Business Unit	Store Selling Operations
Job Type	Retail Store Jobs
Minimum Education	Grade 12 / National Certificate
Locations	Various stores across South Africa
Application Method	Online via Woolworths careers
Closing Dates	16 and 17 June 2026

Available Woolworths Customer Assistant Posts

Position	Location	Closing Date
Customer Assistant: Tills / Foods	Hanover Park, Manenberg, Delft, Khayelitsha, Gugulethu, Philippi, Diep River, Retreat, Steenberg, Grassy Park, Lavender Hill, Lotus River, Wynberg, Plumstead and surrounding areas	17 June 2026
Customer Assistant: Fashion, Beauty & Home	Hanover Park, Manenberg, Delft, Mitchells Plain, Retreat, Steenberg, Grassy Park, Lavender Hill, Lotus River, Wynberg, Plumstead, Athlone, Khayelitsha, Gugulethu, Diep River and surrounding areas	17 June 2026
Customer Assistant: Foods	Galleria Durban, KwaZulu-Natal	16 June 2026
Customer Assistant: Tills	Pretoria	17 June 2026
Customer Assistant: Tills	Pretoria	16 June 2026
Customer Assistant: Tills	Phalaborwa	16 June 2026
Customer Assistant: Tills Beauty	Table Bay	16 June 2026
Customer Assistant: Foods Limited Period Employment	Retreat, Steenberg, Grassy Park, Lavender Hill, Lotus River, Wynberg, Hanover Park, Plumstead	16 June 2026

Featured Customer Assistant: Foods Limited Period Employment

One of the listed opportunities is the Customer Assistant: Foods Limited Period Employment position.

Reference Number: WWL260609-15
Job Type: Contract
Business Unit: Store Selling Operations
Province: Western Cape
Location: Retreat, Steenberg, Grassy Park, Lavender Hill, Lotus River, Wynberg, Hanover Park and Plumstead
Location Description: Constantia Emporium
Minimum Education: Grade 12 / National Certificate
Closing Date: 16 June 2026

About the Customer Assistant Role

The Customer Assistant role is focused on delivering excellent customer service in Woolworths stores.

Successful candidates may work at till points, assist customers with purchases, process transactions, promote Woolworths loyalty programmes, support store standards and help customers have a positive shopping experience.

This role is suitable for people who enjoy working with customers and can remain professional in a busy retail environment.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

Grade 12 or equivalent NQF qualification
Basic selling skills
Strong customer service orientation
Good communication skills
Attention to detail
Reliability and honesty
Ability to work varied shifts
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Basic product knowledge
Willingness to work as part of a team

Skills Required

Applicants should have:

Customer service skills
Communication skills
Selling skills
Organisational skills
Time management skills
Attention to detail
Teamwork
Ability to work under pressure
Basic product knowledge
Professional attitude

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Duties and Responsibilities

Successful Customer Assistants may be responsible for:

Greeting customers warmly
Creating a friendly shopping experience
Processing till transactions accurately
Handling different payment methods
Promoting Woolworths loyalty programmes
Promoting additional services such as utility bill payments and airtime sales
Keeping the till area clean and organised
Checking pricing accuracy
Resolving scanned item and shelf ticket discrepancies
Reducing shrinkage by following loss prevention procedures
Reporting irregularities or suspicious activity
Assisting customers with product information
Supporting promotional events and store campaigns
Staying calm and efficient during busy periods
Attending team meetings
Following company policies on attendance, dress code and hygiene

Who Should Apply?

These Woolworths Customer Assistant vacancies are suitable for applicants who:

Have Grade 12 or equivalent
Are interested in retail work
Enjoy helping customers
Can work shifts
Can work under pressure
Are honest and reliable
Have good communication skills
Can follow company procedures
Want to gain retail experience with a well-known brand

How to Apply

Applicants must apply online through the official Woolworths careers platform.

When applying, search for the correct Customer Assistant vacancy and location.

Applicants should make sure that their CV is updated and clearly shows their education, retail experience if available, customer service skills and availability to work shifts.

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Documents Required

Prepare the following documents before applying:

Updated CV
Certified copy of ID
Certified copy of Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification
Proof of address, if required
Any retail or customer service certificates, if available

Application Closing Dates

Closing dates differ by post. Most listed Customer Assistant vacancies close on:

16 June 2026 or 17 June 2026

Applicants should apply as early as possible before the closing date of the specific vacancy.

iYouth Advice

Before applying, make sure your CV highlights your customer service skills, communication skills, honesty, reliability and ability to work under pressure.

If you do not have formal retail experience, include any experience where you helped customers, worked with people, handled money, volunteered, worked in a team or followed instructions in a busy environment.

For till-related roles, highlight accuracy, basic numeracy, attention to detail and trustworthiness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What company is hiring?

Woolworths is hiring.

What position is available?

The listed vacancies are for Customer Assistant roles.

What types of Customer Assistant posts are available?

The roles include Customer Assistant: Tills, Customer Assistant: Foods, Customer Assistant: Fashion, Beauty and Home, and Customer Assistant: Tills Beauty.

What qualification is required?

Applicants need Grade 12 or an equivalent NQF qualification.

Where are the jobs located?

The jobs are available in various locations, including Western Cape areas, Pretoria, Phalaborwa, Table Bay and Galleria Durban KZN.

Are these permanent jobs?

Some posts may be permanent, while others are contract or limited-period employment positions. Applicants must check the specific vacancy before applying.

What are the closing dates?

The listed Customer Assistant vacancies close between 16 and 17 June 2026.

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Final Thoughts

The Woolworths Customer Assistant vacancies are good opportunities for applicants who want to work in retail and customer service. If you have Grade 12, enjoy helping customers and can work in a busy store environment, apply before the closing date.