General Assistant (Cape Town)

Cape Town, South Africa
General Assistant (Cape Town)
Company
Newrest
Location
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Job type
Full-time
Posted
116 days ago
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Job description
Perform daily duties as per department requirements this will include but not limited to, washing, sorting, drying, packing & storing equipment in designated areasReport any Equipment not working to your line Manager or Supervisor Check all equipment for labelsCheck all equipment to see if anything is, broken or chipped and report accordinglyEnsure that all related documentation is completed accurately and timeously, this will include recording of breakages and temperature controls.Check and ensure that all tables, shelves, trays and crates are washed and stored correctly in holding areaCheck and ensure that sufficient crates are available and clean Ensure that ovens & oven racks are washed correctly for all Production kitchenEnsure that all machines and equipment are cleaned at the end of each shift and faulty equipment is reportedCheck that overall cleaning and hygiene standards are always maintainedEnsure that the chemicals are used correctly and for the correct purposesAdhere to all HACCP rules and regulations including, but not limited to: personal hygiene, CCP documentation, food storage, hand-washing rules and regulations, glove policy, sickness policy.Maintain effective communication with other kitchen departments and promote effective employee relationsReport any wastage if picked up when cleaning is doneTo ensure that all equipment and materials are not left in dangerous state.Ensure that all duties are completed before end of shift Any other reasonable task that may be required by managementQualifications Grade 12Experience 1 Years’ Experience SkillsAbility to follow job and safety instructionsAbility to work without supervisionCompetenciesTime Managementwork within the required time Ability to sequence items

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What is the 2026 national minimum wage for cleaning staff in South Africa without a matric certificate?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for cleaning staff is R25.42 per hour from 1 March 2026. Employers must pay this rate for all hours worked including the first 45 hours per week with no exceptions for entry-level roles.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
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Which documents are required to apply for cleaning staff positions through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants need a valid South African ID, proof of address, and bank details uploaded to the ESSA system by 31 December 2025. No matric certificate or prior experience is mandatory for registration.
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How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to cleaning staff contracts in South Africa from 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, cleaning staff may work a maximum of 45 ordinary hours per week with at least 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service. Overtime above 45 hours must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
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What tax deductions apply to cleaning staff earning R25.42 per hour in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, cleaning staff earning below R95 750 per year pay zero income tax in the 2026 tax year. Employers must still deduct UIF at 1% of gross salary up to R177.12 per month.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour