Pick n Pay UIF Skills Programme 2026 | Multiple Retail Training Opportunities Nationwide | Stipend R2,000 per Month | Apply Now
Pick n Pay Hypermarkets is inviting unemployed South Africans to apply for its UIF Skills Programme 2026. This 6-month development programme combines structured learning with practical in-store experience, giving participants the opportunity to build valuable retail skills while earning a monthly stipend of R2,000.
If you’re looking to start your career in retail, customer service, bakery, butchery or health & beauty, this programme is an excellent opportunity to gain real workplace experience with one of South Africa’s leading retailers.
Programme Overview
| Programme | UIF Skills Programme |
|---|---|
| Employer | Pick n Pay Hypermarkets |
| Location | Nationwide, South Africa |
| Duration | 6 Months |
| Monthly Stipend | R2,000 |
| Learning Model | Online Learning + In-store Practical Experience |
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
-Have a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate.
-Be between 18 and 40 years old.
-Be a South African citizen.
-Be currently unemployed.
-Have a passion for retail, food and customer service.
-Be willing to work retail trading hours, including weekends and public holidays.
-Have good communication and teamwork skills.
-Be committed to completing the full six-month programme.
Choose Your Career Stream
MasterCut โ Butchery Programme
This programme is ideal for applicants who enjoy working with food and want to build specialist butchery skills.
You will gain:
- Specialist butchery skills.
- Practical in-store experience.
- Industry-recognised workplace exposure.
- A pathway into the retail food industry.
FreshRize โ Bakery Programme
Perfect for applicants who have a passion for baking and food production.
You will gain:
- Bakery production skills.
- Food preparation experience.
- Customer service expertise.
- Practical workplace exposure.
All Rounders โ Retail Operations Programme
Gain experience across multiple retail departments while developing essential frontline retail skills.
You will gain:
- Customer service skills.
- Merchandising experience.
- Retail operations knowledge.
- Exposure across different store departments.
Health & Beauty Heroes
Develop specialist knowledge while helping customers choose health and beauty products.
You will gain:
- Health and Beauty product knowledge.
- Sales and customer engagement skills.
- Merchandising experience.
- Practical retail experience.
What You Will Gain
Successful participants will receive:
-A structured learning programme.
-Practical workplace experience.
-Coaching from experienced Store Mentors.
-Customer service and retail operations skills.
-Ongoing support and development.
-Valuable skills to improve future employment opportunities.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Certified copy of South African ID.
- Certified copy of Matric certificate.
- Copies of any additional qualifications (if applicable).
Why Apply?
The Pick n Pay UIF Skills Programme gives unemployed South Africans the opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience while developing practical retail skills in a professional environment.
Whether you are interested in butchery, bakery, customer service or health and beauty, this programme can help you build a strong foundation for a future career in retail.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted directly through the employer’s official recruitment platform before the closing date.
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