Sales and Gaming Operator

GameOn Africa Store, Daveyton, East Rand

Position Type: Full-Time / Shift-Based

About GameOn Africa

GameOn Africa isn't just a store; it's the heart of the township's tech, gaming, and lifestyle scene. We are a high-energy hub where competitive esports, custom-built arcade hardware, and STEM learning collide to create unforgettable experiences.

We are on the lookout for vibrant, tech-fluent, and outgoing individuals to join our front-line team. If you live and breathe gaming culture, love connecting with people, and are eager to turn a passion for tech into a dynamic career, this is your opportunity to level up.

It’s More Than Just a Job

As a Sales & Game Operator, you are the face and energy of GameOn Africa. You will run the show on the floor, ensuring every guest has a world-class experience while driving the sales that keep our community thriving. Your day-to-day will be a mix of high-octane game operations, retail strategy, and social media content creation.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Customer Experience & Game Operations (The Vibe Curator)

  Welcome guests with infectious energy, managing everything from consoles, VR setups to arcade machines to ensure a flawless, seamless experience.

  Guide players through game selections, rules, and hardware usage, maintaining a fun, safe, and competitive atmosphere.

  Help bring the hype by assisting with gaming tournaments, high-score leader-board challenges, and community events.

  Run daily opening/closing checklists, manage the Point of Sale (POS) system, and keep the floor looking pristine and ready for action.

• 2. Sales & Retail Execution (The Revenue Driver)

  Actively promote our kiosk offerings and retail merchandise to boost sales.

  Drive revenue by promoting and booking private venue hire packages (birthday parties, VIP LAN sessions, corporate team-building).

  Engage walk-in customers interested in our custom hardware builds (arcade cabinets, gaming PCs, racing simulators) and convert their interest into sales leads.

• 3. Digital Media & Social Content Creation (The Content Creator)

  Capture the excitement by creating short-form videos, high-score clips, and customer reaction reels for GameOn Africa's social media channels (TikTok, Instagram, Facebook Reels).

  Assist store leadership with weekly live streams and podcast studio operations, helping us push the boundaries of our digital presence.

Requirements & Qualifications

We are looking for a passionate, driven, and entrepreneurial individual.

Grade 12 (Matric certificate) is required.

1-2 years in retail, customer service, hospitality, or event production. Experience in a gaming, kiosk or tech environment is a massive advantage.

Candidates based in Daveyton are strongly preferred.

You live and breathe gaming culture (console, PC, mobile, arcade). You don't just play games; you understand the community around them. You have a solid grasp of basic technical troubleshooting (Wi-Fi, console setup, PC basics).

You have a strong understanding of social media platforms (TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, etc.) and are obsessed with staying on top of the latest gaming and internet trends.

You are comfortable in front of a camera and have experience creating engaging short-form content.

The X-Factor

• Entrepreneurial Mindset:You don't just wait for tasks; you identify opportunities to improve processes, drive sales, and grow the business.
• Outgoing & Relatable:energetic, easy to talk to, and great at building connections with customers.
• High Energy:You bring the hype. You are a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, loud, and fun environment.
• Communication:You are articulate, friendly, and can effectively communicate in both English and local languages.

What We Offer

• Competitive Base Salary + monthly performance bonuses linked to store sales, and private party bookings.
• Hands‑on Training in store management, basic hardware maintenance, digital media production, and stream operations.
• Clear career growth pathways in event management, hardware technical assembly, or broadcast production within the expanding GameOn Africa network.

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