Customer Assistant: Tills/Fashion Beauty & Home (Paarl Mall)

Job Advert Summary

Join Woolworths as a Customer Assistant: Tills and be the friendly face delivering exceptional service at our store tills. Based at our Corporate Stores, you'll greet customers warmly, efficiently process transactions, and promote our loyalty program and services. This role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and personal discipline. You'll help maintain a safe, organized till environment and play a key part in minimizing shrinkage by adhering to store policies. Woolworths offers a dynamic, inclusive workplace with opportunities for growth and development. Flexible shifts and relevant experience are welcomed. If you are customer-focused, reliable, and eager to grow your skills in a leading retail environment, apply today and build your career with Woolworths.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements: Candidates should have at least a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent NQF level. Previous relevant work experience in a retail or customer service environment is preferred but not mandatory. Applicants must be available and flexible to work various shifts as required by the store. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential to effectively assist and engage with customers. Attention to detail and the ability to handle transactions accurately and efficiently at tills are required. Candidates should demonstrate honesty, reliability, and self-discipline, including adherence to dress code and punctuality policies. Basic selling skills and product knowledge are necessary to promote services and loyalty programs. Personal attributes such as the ability to remain calm under pressure, organize work effectively, and provide excellent customer service are important. Basic numeracy and literacy skills are required to manage till operations and customer interactions competently.

• Minimum educational qualification: Grade 12 or equivalent NQF level
• Availability and flexibility to work different shifts
• Relevant retail or customer service experience preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in processing transactions
• Basic selling skills and knowledge of store products and services
• Demonstrated honesty, reliability, and self-discipline
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage time efficiently
• Basic numeracy and literacy for handling till operations
• Customer-focused with a friendly and professional demeanor

Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly, ensuring a positive and friendly shopping experience at all till points.
• Accurately process all till transactions in accordance with company policies, including various payment methods.
• Promote Woolworths loyalty programs and additional services such as utility bill payments and airtime sales.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised till area adhering to all shopkeeping disciplines.
• Ensure pricing accuracy by carefully checking scanned items against shelf tickets and resolving discrepancies.
• Minimise shrinkage by adhering to loss prevention procedures and promptly reporting any irregularities or suspicious activity.
• Demonstrate basic product knowledge to assist customers and support promotional events and special store campaigns.
• Remain calm and efficient under pressure, managing time effectively during busy periods to maintain smooth operations.
• Exhibit honesty, reliability, and professionalism in all interactions, while contributing positively to a supportive team environment.
• Attend team meetings and comply with company policies regarding attendance, dress code, and hygiene standards.