Nando’s is actively recruiting for various roles globally and across South Africa. They refer to their team members as Nandocas, and their job framework is highly structured around a growth ladder called LEAD (Learn, Explore, Achieve, Develop).
📋 Active Vacancies
Depending on your experience, Nando’s hires for several core areas. Most store-level management openings require a Matric certificate and varying levels of restaurant experience:
| Role | Core Requirements | Typical Locations |
| Shift Lead | Matric (NQF 4), leadership potential, and “fire in the belly.” | Nationwide (e.g., Ballito, Pietermaritzburg) |
| Assistant Restaurant Manager | 1–3 years of QSR/Hospitality supervisory experience. | Regional (e.g., Ulundi, Stellenbosch) |
| Restaurant Manager (Patrão) | 3–5 years of restaurant management, Microsoft Office skills, and valid driver’s license. | Major hubs (e.g., Tygervalley, Noordhoek, Stellenbosch) |
| Central Support (Head Office) | Specialized qualifications (e.g., HR, Marketing, Sustainability, Supply Chain). | Johannesburg (Feitoria / Midrand) |
🚀 How the Nando’s Career Path Works
Nando’s uses a structured, 8-level career ladder for restaurant-based staff. This means you can start as an hourly team member griller or cashier and work your way to corporate leadership:
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Hourly Nandoca (Cashier, Host, Griller, Coordinator)
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Shift Lead / Supervisor (Managing daily shifts)
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Assistant Restaurant Manager (Handling operations and stock)
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Restaurant Manager / Patrão (Managing financials, profit/loss, and team development)
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Area / Regional Management (Overseeing multiple locations)
🛠️ How to Apply
To apply for an open role or submit your CV for future consideration, you have a few official channels:
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Official Portal: You can view live regional openings and track your application directly through the official Nando’s Careers Page.
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Direct CV Submission: If there isn’t a specific role open in your immediate area, Nando’s recruitment allows you to email your CV directly to
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In-Person (Casa Drop-off): For entry-level hourly roles (cashiers or grillers), individual restaurants (“Casas”) sometimes accept physical CVs if you ask to speak directly with the Patrão (Manager) during off-peak hours.