Ice Cream Server/cashier

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**Vacancy: Ice Cream Van Driver & Server - Cape Town**

We are looking for a **reliable, energetic, friendly, and hardworking individual** to join our team as an Ice Cream Van Driver and Server in the **Cape Town area**. This position requires weekend availability and is ideal for a responsible senior individual or a driven young person comfortable with flexible working hours.

**About the Role**

You will:

- Drive the ice cream van to designated locations
- Set up, serve customers, and maintain a clean, professional workspace
- Work closely with children and parents — **excellent manners and sober habits are essential**:

- Attend events, which may include **special or extended hours**:

- Work toward **monthly sales targets**, offering strong earning potential

This is a fun and rewarding role suited to someone who enjoys customer interaction, outdoor work, and a lively atmosphere.

**Training, Probation & Hiring Process**
- **Training will be provided**:

- All applicants will complete a **3-day probation period** at **R30/hour**, hired on a casual basis
- This period assesses commitment, reliability, and ability to perform the required tasks
- If successful, you will receive a **3-month temporary contract**:

- After the 3-month term, a **permanent position** may be offered based on performance

**Transport Requirements (Very Important)**
- **Public transport is not available after 19:00**, and most working days end after this time

**Requirements**:

- Availability **Wednesday to Sunday**:

- General working hours**:10:00-17:30/19:00** (hours vary during peak season)
- **Valid Code 8 (minimum) driver’s licence**:

- **Clear police record** (formal certificate not required, but we cannot consider applicants with prior convictions)
- Fluent, well-spoken **English** (Afrikaans an advantage)
- Ability to handle cash, count stock, and perform basic math
- Sober habits, good manners, and strong customer-service skills
- **Non-smokers preferred**

**CV & Application Requirements**
- CVs must be **clear, readable, and professionally presented**:

- General or incomplete CVs will be **automatically disqualified**:

- Applicants must answer all **pre-requisite questions** — failure to do so will result in disqualification

**Compensation & Benefits**
- **Basic salary** + **monthly commission** based on sales targets
- Commission paid on a **rolling monthly basis**:

- Peak-season hours increase earning potential
- **Basic Medical Aid (Momentum)** provided once a permanent contract is offered
- During your first month (after probation), **only the basic salary** is paid; commission applies thereafter

**Please Note**

This role requires working **most weekends**. Ensure that your lifestyle and availability align with this requirement before applying.

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**Job Type**: Temp to perm
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: R9 000,00 - R14 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

- Do you have your own transport to Blackheath Industrial area that is NOT public transport?
- Do you have any experience in the retail / food & bev industry?

**Language**:

- English (required)
- Afrikaans (preferred)

License/Certification:

- Drivers License: Code 8 (required)

**Location**:

- Blackheath, Western Cape 7580 (required)

Work Location: In person