PEP HIRING 2026 – SALES ASSISTANTS, CASHIERS, MANAGERS & 120HR DECEMBER JOBS OPEN
PEP HIRING 2026 – SALES ASSISTANTS, CASHIERS, MANAGERS & 120HR DECEMBER JOBS OPEN
Looking for a retail job with NO experience? *PEP Hiring 2026 is now open!*
PEP is South Africa’s biggest single brand retailer with over *2,500 stores* in SA, Botswana, Eswatini and more. Part of *Pepkor Group*, PEP has been South Africa’s favourite for affordable clothing, footwear, baby, homeware and cellular.
Every month, especially before the busy December period, PEP hires hundreds of youth for *Sales Assistant, Cashier, Shop Assistant, and 120hr Festive Season jobs*. If you have Grade 10, 11 or 12 and need a job FAST – PEP is your best chance.
Latest PEP Vacancies for 2026
PEP is recruiting for the following positions for 2026/2027:
*1. Sales Assistant / Shop Assistant (40hr) – Entry Level – MOST VACANCIES*
This is the biggest vacancy. You will assist customers, sell clothing, pack shelves, keep store neat, and meet sales targets. *Grade 10, 11, 12 accepted. No experience needed.* This is perfect first job.
*2. Cashier (40hr)*
Responsible for till operations, cash handling, card payments, PEP accounts, and excellent customer service. Must be honest, fast, good with numbers. Grade 11/12 preferred.
*3. Seasonal Sales Associate (120hr) – PEP December Jobs 2026*
Famous PEP December part-time jobs. 120-hour contract for festive rush. Work weekends, public holidays, late shopping in December and January. Perfect for students, matriculants, unemployed youth. Advertised *R38 – R55 per hour* at PEP, with some festive roles up to R120/hr.
*4. Floor Supervisor / Stock Supervisor (40hr)*
Lead sales floor, manage stock replenishment, train new staff, assist management. 1-2 years retail experience required.
*5. Assistant Store Manager (40hr)*
Help Store Manager run store – staff, sales, stock loss, customer service. 2+ years retail experience.
*6. Store Manager (45hr)*
Manage full PEP store. Locations: Jabulani Mall, Bara Mall, Maponya Mall, Southgate, Protea Glen, Umlazi, Bridge City, Mthatha, Polokwane, Thohoyandou, Rustenburg, Nelspruit, Bloemfontein, Kimberley. Salary R15,000 – R30,000 + bonus. 3+ years management experience.
*7. General Worker / Stock Room Assistant*
Receive stock, unpack, organize storeroom, assist on floor. No matric required – Grade 10 accepted.
Requirements for PEP Hiring 2026
PEP is the easiest retailer to join – they hire youth with no experience every year.
*Minimum Requirements:*
– *Education:* Grade 10, 11, 12 accepted. Matric is an advantage but NOT compulsory for Sales Assistant and 120hr seasonal jobs. Matric required for Cashier and Manager roles.
– *Age:* 18 years or older
– *Citizenship:* South African citizen with valid SA ID book/card
– *Experience:* NO experience needed for entry-level Sales Assistant and December jobs. 1-3 years needed for Management.
– *Skills:* Good communication, customer service, friendly, hardworking, team player, selling skills, energetic
– *Availability:* Must be available to work retail hours – weekends, public holidays, December festive season. Must be able to work under pressure in busy store.
– *Other:* Reliable transport, honest, neat, passion for retail. Must speak local language of area.
If you have worked as cashier, promoter, volunteer, or any shop – add it to CV.
How Much Does PEP Pay in 2026?
– *120hr Seasonal / December Jobs:* R38 – R55 per hour at PEP standard stores, up to *R120 per hour* for special festive contracts. *120 hours = R4,560 – R14,400* for festive season.
– *Sales Assistant (40hr):* R4,800 – R7,000 per month + benefits
– *Cashier (40hr):* R5,000 – R7,500 per month
– *Store Manager (45hr):* R15,000 – R30,000 per month + bonus + benefits
All staff get *Pepkor staff discounts* – PEP, Ackermans, PEP Home, Tekkie Town, Shoe City, Dunns.
Where Are PEP Jobs Located? – ALL 9 Provinces – 2,500 Stores!
PEP is everywhere – biggest footprint in SA.
*Gauteng:* Jabulani Mall, Maponya Mall, Bara Mall, Southgate, Protea Glen, Tembisa, Soshanguve, Mamelodi, Vaal Mall, East Rand Mall, Pretoria CBD, Randburg, Alexandra, Diepsloot
*KwaZulu-Natal:* Umlazi Mega City, Bridge City, Phoenix Plaza, Durban CBD, Pietermaritzburg, Richards Bay, Newcastle, Empangeni, Port Shepstone
*Eastern Cape:* Mthatha, Mdantsane, Port Elizabeth, East London, Queenstown, Butterworth, Lusikisiki
*Western Cape:* Khayelitsha Mall, Gugulethu, Mitchells Plain, Worcester, Bellville, Cape Town CBD, George, Paarl, Khayelitsha, Langa
*Limpopo:* Thohoyandou, Polokwane, Giyani, Tzaneen, Burgersfort, Seshego, Lebowakgomo
*Mpumalanga:* Nelspruit, Emoyeni Mall, Witbank, Ermelo, Bushbuckridge, Secunda, Malelane
*North West:* Rustenburg, Klerksdorp, Mahikeng, Potchefstroom, Brits, Taung
*Free State:* Bloemfontein Central Park, Welkom Goldfields Mall, Bethlehem, Sasolburg, QwaQwa
*Northern Cape:* Kimberley, Upington, Kuruman, De Aar, Springbok
If there is a town near you – there is a PEP hiring.
How to Apply for PEP Hiring 2026
*Closing Date:* 30 September 2026 for 120hr December festive jobs. Permanent roles close when filled – apply NOW.
*Application Steps:*
1. Prepare your CV – 1-2 pages, include highest grade, phone number, address
2. Get certified ID copy (not older than 3 months) and latest school results
3. For full application link and step-by-step help:
*WhatsApp: 072 288 7603*
Send: _”PEP 2026 + Your Location”_ – e.g. _”PEP 2026 Soweto”_
We send you official application form and assist you to apply correctly so you get shortlisted.
*Pro Tip:* PEP allows multiple applications. Apply to 3-5 PEP stores within 20km of your home – increases chances by 300%.
*SCAM ALERT:* PEP will NEVER ask for money to apply. If someone on Facebook or WhatsApp asks for application fee, airtime, or eWallet – it is a SCAM. Real PEP jobs are FREE.
Why Work at PEP?
– *No Experience Needed:* #1 retailer for first-time job seekers in SA
– *Grade 10 Accepted:* Few retailers accept Grade 10 like PEP
– *Everywhere:* Jobs in township, rural, city – even smallest towns
– *Growth:* Many Managers started as Sales Assistants. PEP promotes from within.
– *Stable:* Part of Pepkor – biggest retailer group, pays on time
– *Training:* Free retail training – learn till, stock, customer service, selling
– *Cellular:* Learn PEP Cell – MTN, Vodacom, airtime sales – valuable skill
PEP vs Ackermans vs JET vs PEP Home – Which is Better?
All are Pepkor / value retailers:
– *PEP:* Cheapest, highest volume, most stores – best for fast employment
– *Ackermans:* Family clothing, baby, more fashion-focused
– *JET:* Family fashion, similar to Ackermans
– *PEP Home:* Homeware, furniture – part of PEP
– *PEP Cell:* Cellular division inside PEP
If you need job FAST with Grade 10/11 – *PEP is your best option* because it has 2,500 stores.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
*Is PEP hiring in 2026?*
Yes, PEP Stores is hiring Sales Assistants, Cashiers, 120hr Seasonal Staff, and Store Managers for 2026/2027. Festive applications close 30 Sept 2026.
*Can I apply for PEP jobs with Grade 10?*
Yes, PEP accepts Grade 10, 11 and 12 for Sales Assistant and 120hr December jobs. Biggest retailer to accept Grade 10.
*Does PEP hire without experience?*
Yes, no experience required for entry-level. Attitude and customer service matter more.
*How much does PEP pay for December jobs?*
Between R38 – R55 per hour for standard, up to R120 per hour for special festive contracts. Average R4,560 – R14,400 for 120hr.
*How long is PEP December contract?*
120 hours spread over 3-6 weeks in December 2026 and early January 2027.
*Can students apply?*
Yes, students 18+ available in December holidays can apply for 120hr part-time.
*How do I apply for PEP Stores?*
WhatsApp 072 288 7603 with your location for application link and help.
*Does PEP have jobs in my township / rural area?*
Yes, PEP has stores in almost every township and rural town – highest chance of local job.