What the job is: This is a paid 12-month internship for a Food Assistant at Woolworths TASTE, a food styling and content production team. If you love food and want to start a career in food styling, this is your chance to gain real experience in a creative and fast-paced environment. The role is based in Cape Town, and you’ll work closely with food stylists to help create beautiful, camera-ready dishes for advertising, editorial, and commercial projects.

What you will do: As a Food Assistant, you will help prepare and present food for photoshoots and videos. This includes following the food stylist’s instructions to assemble and plate dishes so they look perfect for the camera. You’ll also keep the workspace organized, ensuring all tools, ingredients, and equipment are clean and ready for use. Part of your job will involve collecting and delivering ingredients, props, and equipment for shoots, as well as maintaining a tidy and hygienic workspace throughout the day.

What you need: To apply, you should have completed your culinary training or have a strong background in cooking. A real passion for food and an interest in food styling, photography, or content creation is a must. You need to be able to follow instructions carefully and adapt quickly when things change on set. Strong organizational skills are important, as you’ll often work under pressure to keep everything running smoothly.

What you will get: This internship offers hands-on experience in food styling and content production, giving you the chance to work on real advertising, editorial, and commercial food shoots. You’ll receive mentorship from experienced professionals and build a portfolio of your work.