GWK Agri (VKB Group) invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their General Worker – Butchery vacancies at SPAR. The closing date for applications is 02 February 2026. If you enjoy working with food, you are not scared of hard work, and you want a stable job in a professional retail environment, then this opportunity could be a perfect fit for you.
This position is ideal for someone who wants to work in the butchery department, helping prepare and handle meat products while keeping everything clean, safe, and well presented for customers.
Before applying, it helps to understand who you will be working for.
The VKB Group is a well-known agricultural company in South Africa. They support farmers and also produce fresh food products that go straight from farms to consumers. The group is made up of different trusted brands, including:
These brands are strongly connected to farming and food production. Over the years, VKB has grown from supplying farm needs to working across the full food supply chain, including:
This means VKB Group is not just a farming business — it is a full agribusiness group building strong food systems for the future.
The General Worker – Butchery role is focused on supporting the butchery team to make sure meat is prepared, cut, packed, and displayed correctly. You will work with other staff members to ensure customers get clean, fresh and well-prepared products every day.
Working in a butchery gives you important skills you can use anywhere. Even if you want to grow in retail later, this job helps you build experience in:
It’s also a position where hard-working people can stand out and grow into better roles.
Your main goal will be to help the butchery department run smoothly by supporting the preparation and selling process.
This role needs someone who is responsible, focused, and able to work with precision.
To be considered for this role, make sure you meet these requirements:
Below is what you will be expected to do once you are hired:
You must be able to assist with or perform butchery duties such as:
You may work with:
This job is not only about meat — it is also about people. Customers come to the butchery section expecting help, advice, and friendly service.
You may assist customers by:
Keeping stock fresh is extremely important in a butchery.
You will support the team by:
Hygiene is one of the most important parts of this job.
You will be expected to:
Part of butchery work includes making sure customers can clearly see product names and prices.
You may assist with:
You must follow strict rules and store standards at all times.
This includes:
To succeed, you must have certain personal skills (not only experience).
If you are careful with your work and always follow rules, you will perform well in this position.
Before you apply, take note of the following:
The company has the right to expire the job listing whenever they choose. That’s why it’s smart to apply as soon as possible.
Any personal details you give during the application process will only be used for hiring purposes. If you get hired, it will then be used for employment purposes.
VKB Group supports fair hiring and welcomes applications from all groups, including People with Disabilities, and follows Employment Equity plans.
To avoid being rejected, follow these instructions carefully when applying online:
Your CV must be:
Only upload your CV in the “Upload CV” section.
Do not upload a single PDF containing multiple documents (like ID, driver’s licence, etc.). The application form will allow you to upload supporting documents separately.
If the portal requires a profile picture:
If you have experience in a butchery, you understand hygiene rules, and you are ready to work hard, this position can be a great step forward. Butchery jobs teach strong skills and can open doors in retail, food production, and wholesale industries.
Closing Date: 02 February 2026
Apply early so you don’t miss out.
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