Street food salespersons prepare and sell, or sell previously prepared, hot or cold foods and beverages ready for immediate consumption in streets and public places such as stations, cinemas, or theatres.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
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- The majority of Street food salespersons earn a salary between R3 808 and R13 743 per month in 2024.
- A monthly wage for entry-level Street food salespersons ranges from R3 808 to R7 749.
- After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between R4 722 and R10 257 per month.
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Duties and tasks
- Obtaining permission or a licence, where required, to sell food and drinks on the street or in a public place
- Obtaining food and drinks for sale
- Preparing, either beforehand or on the spot, food and drinks for sale
- Loading and unloading, pushing, pedalling or carrying handcarts, trucks, trays or baskets to bring food and drinks to the desired place in the street, or to public places such as stations or cinemas
- Displaying and selling food and drinks and accepting payment
