SARS General Assistant: Food Aid Services Vacancy 2026 – Pretoria CBD
Are you an experienced cleaner looking for an opportunity to work in a professional office environment? The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is inviting applications for the position of General Assistant: Food Aid Services based in Pretoria CBD.
This role forms part of the Taxpayer Engagement Division and is suited to individuals who are organised, reliable, and committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hospitality. The successful candidate will support meeting and office catering services while helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming workplace.
If you have experience in office cleaning and enjoy providing excellent support services, this opportunity may be the right fit for you.
Position Details
Position: General Assistant: Food Aid Services
Reports To: Supervisor: Food Aid Services
Division: Taxpayer Engagement
Location: Pretoria CBD, Gauteng
Organisation: South African Revenue Service (SARS)
Closing Date: 5 August 2026
About the Role
SARS is committed to building a responsive and efficient organisation that supports voluntary tax compliance while serving South Africa. The General Assistant: Food Aid Services plays an important role in ensuring meeting facilities, kitchens, and hospitality areas are well maintained and ready for daily operations.
The successful candidate will assist with preparing refreshments, maintaining kitchen hygiene, supporting official meetings, and ensuring that catering supplies are properly managed.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should meet the following minimum requirements:
- Basic literacy.
- At least 2 years’ cleaning experience in an office environment.
- Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of food service and cleaning duties, including:
- Assisting with the preparation and serving of tea, coffee, and refreshments during official meetings.
- Ensuring conference rooms are supplied with clean drinking water, glasses, and bottles.
- Preparing serving utensils, food, and beverages before meetings and functions.
- Cleaning meeting areas and washing utensils after events.
- Performing daily cleaning duties according to required quality standards.
- Keeping kitchens, cupboards, refrigerators, microwave ovens, and work surfaces clean.
- Washing dishcloths and maintaining overall kitchen hygiene.
- Monitoring kitchen stock such as tea, coffee, sugar, milk, and cleaning materials.
- Assisting with stock orders and unpacking deliveries.
- Reporting low stock levels to the responsible person.
- Organising daily work to meet service delivery standards.
- Reporting completed tasks and raising any workplace issues when necessary.
- Following workplace procedures and maintaining high-quality service.
Governance Responsibilities
Successful candidates will also be expected to:
- Follow all organisational policies and procedures.
- Comply with governance and compliance standards.
- Report operational issues when identified.
- Support safe and efficient workplace practices.
Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following qualities:
- Accountability.
- Honesty and integrity.
- Attention to detail.
- Respect for others.
- Reliability and trustworthiness.
- Organisational awareness.
- Commitment to continuous learning.
- Ability to analyse information and solve problems.
- Fairness and transparency.
- Good communication skills.
- Technical Skills
Applicants should also have knowledge or experience in:
- General business practices.
- Data collection and basic reporting.
- Workplace efficiency.
- Following organisational policies and procedures.
- Completing routine reports where required.
Why Apply?
Working at SARS offers an opportunity to contribute to one of South Africa’s key public institutions while developing valuable workplace experience. This position allows successful applicants to:
- Work in a professional office environment.
- Gain experience within a national government organisation.
- Develop hospitality and facility support skills.
- Build experience in workplace operations and customer service.
- Contribute to maintaining high standards of service delivery.
Employment Equity
SARS is committed to Employment Equity. Applications from persons with disabilities are encouraged and will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process.
Successful applicants may be required to complete:
- Pre-employment screening.
- Reference checks.
- Security clearance where applicable.
- Psychometric or other assessments.
- An oath of secrecy.
- A declaration of private interests.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 5 August 2026.
Late applications may not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to ensure their applications are submitted before the closing date.
Important Note
Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements should apply. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee selection. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to participate in additional assessments or interviews as part of the recruitment process.
If you have office cleaning experience and are looking to join a respected public sector organisation, the SARS General Assistant: Food Aid Services vacancy offers an opportunity to contribute to a professional working environment while supporting daily office operations.
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