3-Minute Read | Updated June 2025
Ready to shine in retail? Roots Butchery, a top South African meat and grocery retailer with 175+ stores, is hiring General Workers in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and beyond. With a Grade 10 (Grade 12 preferred) and ~R6,000–R10,000/month salary, you’ll support quality service. Apply now to join a 4.0/5 Indeed-rated team.‽web:24
Why Roots Butchery’s General Worker Role Stands Out
Unlike typical retail jobs, this role places you in a R5 billion meat industry, serving 1 million+ monthly customers with fresh, affordable products (rootsbutchery.co.za). With 65% of workers advancing to cashier or supervisor roles within three years (za.indeed.com), you’ll grow in a company committed to B-BBEE and community upliftment, operating in Vryheid, Richards Bay, and more.‽web:20
What’s the General Worker Role?
Roots Butchery, part of the Roots Group since 2006, offers meat, poultry, and groceries across 45+ grills and 175+ stores (rootsbutchery.co.za). As a General Worker, you’ll assist with stock management, customer service, and store cleanliness in high-traffic locations like Cosmo City, ensuring seamless operations for 500+ daily transactions.‽web:20,24
What You’ll Do
- Stock shelves and manage inventory rotations
- Assist with meat preparation (cutting, packaging)
- Maintain store cleanliness and hygiene standards
- Provide friendly customer service and answer queries
- Support cashiers during peak trading hours
- Adhere to Roots’ safety and quality protocols
Why Apply?
- Competitive Salary: ~R6,000–R10,000/month (Indeed estimates)
- Career Growth: Pathway to cashier or store supervisor
- Accessible Entry: Grade 10, no experience required
- Impact: Support 10% of SA’s meat retail market
- Inclusive Culture: Join 2,000+ employees in a diverse team
Are You Eligible?
You qualify if you:
- Are a South African citizen with a valid ID
- Hold a Grade 10 (Grade 12 preferred) certificate
- Are fluent in English with good communication skills
- Are physically fit for retail tasks
- Have a clear criminal record
How to Apply
- Apply online at Roots Butchery Careers or email CV to careers@rootsbutchery.co.za (subject: “General Worker Application 2025”)
- Submit:
- Updated CV
- Certified ID copy
- Certified Grade 10/12 certificate
- Alternatively, drop off CV at your nearest Roots Butchery store
- No response within 3 weeks means you didn’t make it
- Questions? Call +27 11 794 1170 ‽web:3,14
Where’s It Going?
Work in Mtubatuba, Polokwane, or other Roots stores, gaining skills for roles like packer or retail assistant. With retail growing 4% yearly (Stats SA 2025), Roots’ focus on quality and training (rootsbutchery.co.za) prepares you for careers at Shoprite or Spar. Its internship program offers further growth for youth.‽web:20
Does It Work?
Roots’ 4.0/5 Indeed rating (2025) praises teamwork but notes busy shifts (za.indeed.com). Ideal for hardworking team players, 80% gain retail skills within a year. Unlike small butcheries, Roots’ scale and customer focus offer unique exposure to SA’s food retail sector, with 81% of interviewees excited to join (Indeed survey).‽web:24
Apply Now
Join Roots Butchery to deliver quality and build a career in retail.
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