Sushi Assistant: Sea Point Opportunity at Pick n Pay

Pick n Pay is inviting energetic, food-passionate individuals to join their specialized deli team as a Sushi Assistant at their Sea Point branch. As one of South Africa's foremost grocery retailers, Pick n Pay places a premium on delivering fresh, exceptional culinary experiences to everyday shoppers. This role is anchored in the fresh food division, where maintaining high standards of food presentation and consistency plays an essential part in daily supermarket operations.

As a Sushi Assistant, you will play an active role in crafting appetizing sushi products, handling quality seafood, and ensuring that display counters remain enticing and fully stocked. Working closely with store chefs and culinary team leaders, you will maintain rigorous hygiene standards and adhere to exact production recipes. This role is ideal for dedicated food preparation professionals looking to build a stable career within a high-volume retail environment.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for an entry-level retail food preparation / culinary assistant role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R4,500 – R7,500 per month. Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Prepare and roll sushi according to approved Pick n Pay production plans and recipe specifications.
• Perform daily fish handling tasks, including cleaning, skinning, cutting, and filleting raw fish safely.
• Maintain a sanitized, organized work station adhering to strict food safety and hygiene protocols.
• Preserve the cold chain consistently to ensure seafood freshness and prevent cross-contamination.
• Assist departmental leadership with routine stock counts, shelf replenishment, and daily waste recording.
• Ensure sushi display counters are aesthetically appealing and ready for customer trading hours.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

The successful candidate must possess a strong passion for fresh food, fine attention to detail, and a disciplined approach to kitchen hygiene. You should demonstrate good hand-eye coordination, pride in food presentation, and the stamina to thrive in a fast-paced retail deli environment. Excellent communication skills, reliability, and an ethical approach to food handling are vital to thriving within the Sea Point retail team.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Employees in Pick n Pay's fresh food departments undergo structured retail onboarding, including standard operating procedures and food safety training. Dedicated assistants have opportunities to sharpen their culinary skills, gain insights into grocery retail management, and advance toward senior sushi chef, deli specialist, or departmental supervisory positions.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Applications must be submitted online via the official Pick n Pay Workday career portal. Ensure your updated CV detailing your food preparation background and contactable references is attached before the closing date of 15 November 2026.

• Grade 12 / Matric qualification.
• Proven hands-on experience in cutting and filleting fish.
• Demonstrated capability in preparing all fish-related and fresh sushi products.
• Broad working knowledge of fresh fish varieties and recipe specifications.
• Proficiency in communicating clearly in English.
• Strong understanding of food safety compliance, standard operating procedures, and kitchen hygiene standards.