Cashier – RCL Foods
Vacancy Overview
Company: RCL Foods
Job Title: Cashier
Reference Number: RCL260908-1
Function: Commercial
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Vaal, Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Date: 15 September 2026
About RCL Foods
RCL Foods is a deeply rooted South African food manufacturer responsible for producing and distributing some of the country’s most recognised and loved food brands. Its portfolio includes well-known names such as Yum Yum peanut butter, Nola mayonnaise, Ouma rusks and Selati sugar, among others.
The company places strong emphasis on its purpose, “WE GROW WHAT MATTERS,” reflecting its commitment to creating meaningful and positive impact through its people, products, operations and communities.
RCL Foods is currently looking for a reliable and trustworthy Cashier to join its Commercial team at the Vaal Depot. The successful candidate will play an important role in the accurate handling, recording, preparation and security of cash received from company drivers.
Job Purpose
The Cashier will be responsible for receiving and processing cash deposits, ensuring that all cash received is accurately counted, recorded, balanced and prepared for banking.
This is a position that requires someone who is trustworthy, organised and highly attentive to detail. The successful candidate will need to ensure that physical cash corresponds with the relevant deposit documentation and that all transactions are properly recorded.
The Cashier will also be responsible for maintaining strict security procedures within the cash office and ensuring that company policies relating to cash handling and security are followed at all times.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 / Matric with Mathematics.
- Must reside in or around Vaal.
- Previous experience working in a similar role or environment will be advantageous.
- Previous experience in a cash office or banking environment will be beneficial.
While previous experience is advantageous, it is not specifically stated as a mandatory requirement. Candidates who meet the qualification and location requirements may therefore be considered, particularly if they can demonstrate strong numerical, organisational and administrative abilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Cash Deposits
The Cashier will be responsible for receiving and processing cash deposits received from company drivers.
Key duties include:
- Receiving all cash deposits from drivers.
- Making up bank deposits accurately.
- Ensuring that cash received is properly processed and prepared for banking.
- Checking cash deposits against the relevant documentation.
- Preparing deposits for the bank in accordance with company procedures.
Cash Handling and Reconciliation
Accuracy is a critical part of this position. The successful candidate will be expected to carefully count and reconcile all cash received.
Responsibilities include:
- Counting cash received from drivers.
- Balancing cash received against the relevant deposit slip.
- Recording cash and cheques in the cash-up summary.
- Preparing the required deposit for the bank.
- Ensuring that cash and cheque records are accurately maintained.
- Identifying discrepancies and following the appropriate company procedures when they occur.
The successful candidate must be comfortable working with figures and maintaining accurate financial records.
Cash Security
The Cashier will also have an important responsibility for maintaining the security of company cash.
Security responsibilities include:
- Keeping the cash office door locked at all times.
- Ensuring that no unauthorised persons are allowed into the cash office.
- Ensuring that cash is securely stored.
- Locking cash in the safe overnight.
- Ensuring that the previous day’s takings are removed from the premises by 11:00 am the following day.
- Following all relevant company policies and procedures relating to cash handling and security.
Because the role involves handling company funds, honesty, integrity and a strong sense of responsibility are essential.
Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should possess:
- Strong numerical ability.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Accuracy when counting and recording cash.
- Good organisational skills.
- Reliability and punctuality.
- Strong personal integrity and trustworthiness.
- The ability to follow established procedures.
- Good record-keeping abilities.
- A security-conscious approach to handling cash.
- The ability to work independently and responsibly.
- Good communication skills.
- The ability to identify and report discrepancies.
Ideal Candidate Profile
This opportunity would suit an individual who is interested in working within cash handling, banking, administration or commercial operations.
Candidates who have previously worked in a cash office, banking environment or another role involving cash reconciliation may have an advantage.
However, previous experience is listed as advantageous, rather than an essential minimum requirement. This means applicants who meet the Grade 12/Matric with Mathematics requirement and have the necessary reliability, numerical ability and attention to detail may still be suitable for consideration.
The successful candidate should be someone who can be trusted to handle company funds responsibly and who understands the importance of maintaining confidentiality and following strict security procedures.
Applicants must also be able to meet the location requirement and reside in or around the Vaal area.
Employment Details
Company: RCL Foods
Position: Cashier
Reference Number: RCL260908-1
Function: Commercial
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Vaal, Gauteng, South Africa
Qualification: Grade 12/Matric with Mathematics
Experience: Similar cash office or banking experience advantageous
Salary: Not specified
Closing Date: 15 September 2026
Application Information
Interested candidates who meet the stated requirements should apply for the Cashier – RCL Foods position through the company’s official recruitment process.
Applicants should ensure that their application clearly reflects their Grade 12/Matric qualification with Mathematics and, where applicable, any previous experience in cash handling, banking, cash offices or similar environments.
Candidates should also ensure that their residential information is accurate, as applicants are required to reside in or around Vaal.
When submitting an application, candidates should use the correct vacancy reference:
Reference: RCL260908-1
The application deadline is:
Closing Date: 15 September 2026
Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date and ensure that all required information is correctly provided.
Important Information
The salary or remuneration package for the position has not been specified in the supplied vacancy information. Candidates should refer to the official RCL Foods recruitment process for any additional employment conditions and remuneration details.
This is a permanent Cashier position within the Commercial function at RCL Foods’ Vaal Depot. The role is particularly suited to someone who is numerically capable, detail-oriented, trustworthy and comfortable working with cash, records and security procedures.
If you meet the requirements and live in or around Vaal, make sure your application is submitted before 15 September 2026.