Ster-Kinekor – Multi Skilled Employees

Ster-Kinekor Theatres is hiring Multi Skilled Employees across four cinema locations: Baywest, Ilanga, Irene and Rosebank – The Zone. These permanent entry-level cinema roles are suited to applicants with Matric who are comfortable working in customer service, cinema operations, box office sales, catering sales, popcorn preparation, guest support and general cinema floor duties.

At a glance

Available locations

What this opportunity is

The Multi Skilled Employee role is a cinema operations position where successful applicants may work across different areas of the cinema depending on operational needs. This can include box office sales, catering sales, collections, cinema assistant duties, waiting duties, popcorn preparation, food and beverage support, and other cinema functions assigned by a supervisor.

Because the role is multi-skilled, applicants should be ready to move between different service points during a shift. This means helping guests, preparing products, keeping areas clean, following presentation standards, supporting shift preparation and maintaining the quality of Ster-Kinekor’s customer experience.

Who this opportunity may suit

This role may suit applicants who enjoy customer-facing work, are comfortable in a busy entertainment environment, and can perform different cinema support duties as needed.

• Applicants with Matric.
• People looking for an entry-level permanent role in cinema operations.
• Applicants who enjoy working with customers and guests.
• People who can work across box office, catering, cinema floor and food preparation areas.
• Applicants who are presentable, reliable and able to follow instructions.
• People who can maintain cleanliness, product quality and service standards.

What you’ll do / learn

The successful applicants will support cinema operations and customer service across different cinema functions.

• Work as a cashier at box office sales, catering sales or collections.
• Assist as a cinema assistant, waiter, popper or in another cinema function when requested by a supervisor.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Ster-Kinekor products and promotional activities.
• Upsell suitable products and offers to guests.
• Ensure presentation standards are followed.
• Make sure age restrictions, synopsis files, posters, food and beverage displays, product displays and disclaimers are updated and visible.
• Prepare popcorn, slush and related products according to quality standards.
• Assist with shift preparation where required.
• Manage product quality so the guest experience is not compromised.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, kitchen equipment, counter areas and surrounding areas.
• Ensure storerooms remain within required standards.
• Ensure prepared products are sealed, packaged and stored correctly.
• Submit health and safety reports according to required schedules.
• Follow correct uniform and preparation standards for safety.
• Conduct yourself professionally as a Ster-Kinekor employee.

Eligibility requirements

Minimum qualification

• Matric.

Experience and knowledge

• 0–1 years’ work experience in a similar role.
• Basic MS Office Suite knowledge.
• VISTA / MYCC knowledge will be advantageous.

Skills required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Analytical ability.
• Computer literacy.

What a Multi Skilled Employee role really involves

A Multi Skilled Employee in a cinema does not work in only one fixed task all day. The role may shift between ticket sales, catering, food preparation, guest support, cleaning, product displays and general operations. This makes flexibility, reliability and a helpful attitude important.

For this application, your CV should clearly show Matric, customer service experience, cashier experience, food service exposure, communication skills, computer literacy and any previous retail, restaurant, cinema, hospitality or events experience. Even if you have limited formal experience, include school leadership, volunteering, part-time work, community activities or customer-facing tasks that show responsibility and reliability.

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV.
• Certified copy of your South African ID, if requested during the application process.
• Matric certificate or statement of results.
• Any customer service, cashier, hospitality, food handling, retail or computer literacy certificates, if available.
• Clear contact details, including phone number and email address.
• Make sure your CV clearly shows the location you are applying for.

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About the sponsor

Ster-Kinekor Theatres is a South African cinema and entertainment company that operates cinema complexes across the country. The company provides film exhibition, cinema experiences, food and beverage sales, conferencing venues and related entertainment services. More information is available on the official Ster-Kinekor website and the Ster-Kinekor careers page.

Quick tips for applicants

• Choose the location closest to where you live or where you can reliably travel.
• Make your Matric qualification easy to find on your CV.
• Mention customer service, cashier, food service, retail or hospitality experience if you have it.
• Show that you can work with guests in a polite and professional way.
• Highlight communication skills, reliability, cleanliness and willingness to learn.
• If you have worked with point-of-sale systems, mention it clearly.
• Apply before the closing date because all four listings close on the same day.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Applying without Matric.
• Submitting a CV that does not show customer service or people-facing skills.
• Not making your preferred location clear.
• Using a generic CV that does not mention cinema, retail, hospitality, cashier or food service duties.
• Leaving out contact details or using an email address you do not check regularly.
• Applying late or waiting until the closing date.
• Applying through unofficial WhatsApp, Facebook or third-party links instead of the official Simplify HR pages.

Scam warning

Applicants should only apply through the official Ster-Kinekor Simplify HR application pages. Do not pay anyone for a job application, interview, assessment, placement, uniform or training opportunity. If someone contacts you through WhatsApp, Facebook or another platform asking for money, treat it as suspicious and verify the vacancy through the official careers platform.

How this opportunity was verified

This post was prepared using official Ster-Kinekor Simplify HR vacancy pages for Multi Skilled Employee roles at Baywest, Ilanga, Irene and Rosebank – The Zone. The listings confirm the employer, job title, business units, locations, permanent employment type, posted date, closing date, division, industry, functional area, duties, qualification requirement, experience requirement and skills.

All four listings were posted on 13 May 2026 and show a closing date of 18 May 2026 at the time of verification.

For more information about how our posts are verified, please visit our How we verify listings page.

How to apply

1. Choose the Ster-Kinekor cinema location you want to apply for.
2. Open the correct official application link below.
3. Read the full vacancy details carefully.
4. Confirm that you meet the Matric, entry-level experience and skills requirements.
5. Prepare your updated CV and supporting documents.
6. Complete the online application through the official Simplify HR page.
7. Submit your application before the closing date.
8. Keep proof of submission or any confirmation email you receive.

Application Closing Date: 18 May 2026

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