Restaurant Vacancies | Food Service Jobs in South Africa

Individuals interested in food service, customer interaction, and hospitality can find employment in South Africa’s restaurant sector. Whether it’s fast food, casual dining, fine dining, or franchise operations, restaurants across the country are hiring full-time, part-time, and shift-based workers to meet growing consumer demand.

Restaurant jobs are ideal for energetic, service-oriented individuals. The top employers include Spur, Ocean Basket, Nando’s, Wimpy, KFC, Debonairs, and many independent eateries in cities and tourist hotspots.

Start a Career in South Africa’s Restaurant Industry

Most Hired Roles in Restaurants

Restaurants in South Africa commonly recruit for:

• Waiters and Table Servers
• Chefs and Kitchen Assistants
• Grillers and Line Cooks
• Cashiers and Front Counter Staff
• Dishwashers and Cleaners
• Supervisors and Shift Leaders
• Restaurant Managers and Assistant Managers
• Hostesses and Reservation Coordinators

Both entry-level and experienced staff are welcome, with many employers offering job-related training and staff meals.

Benefits of Working in a Restaurant

Restaurant work offers flexibility and growth in a challenging environment:

• Tips and commission incentives on top of base salary
• Flexible scheduling for students and part-time workers
• Free or discounted meals during shifts
• Opportunities for promotion to supervisory roles
• Learn transferable customer service and food prep skills

Working in food service provides an experience that’s valued globally, especially in the wider hospitality and tourism industries.

Where Restaurants Are Hiring

Restaurant vacancies are available in key areas across South Africa, including:

• Gauteng – Johannesburg, Pretoria, and airport food courts
• Western Cape – Cape Town, Stellenbosch, and coastal restaurants
• KwaZulu-Natal – Durban beachfront, Umhlanga, and Pietermaritzburg
• Eastern Cape – Port Elizabeth and East London dining venues
• Tourist areas and malls nationwide

Requirements to Work in a Restaurant

Depending on the position, general requirements include:

• Grade 10 or 12 (Matric is preferred for front-house roles)
• Clear communication and basic customer service skills
• Ability to work long hours, weekends, and holidays
• Teamwork, cleanliness, and a positive attitude
• Experience in food service or hospitality is an advantage.

Apply Now for Restaurant Vacancies

View the latest restaurant job listings below and apply today. Whether you’re serving tables, preparing meals, or running a kitchen, the food service industry offers immediate hiring potential and access to long-term careers in hospitality.