10 Free Entry-Level CV Templates

Each template is tailored with the right sections and wording for that specific job type.

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Sipho Dlamini
General Worker
πŸ“ž 071 000 0000 βœ‰ sipho@gmail.com πŸ“ Soweto, GP ID: 9001015800080
About Me

Hardworking and reliable general worker with 4 years experience in construction, cleaning and warehousing. I am punctual, honest and always willing to learn. I have a valid ID and can start immediately.

Work Experience
General Worker
Murray and Roberts Construction, Johannesburg
Jan 2022 - Present
β€’ Mixed concrete, carried materials and assisted bricklayers
β€’ Kept site clean and disposed of rubble safely
β€’ Followed all health and safety rules on site
General Worker / Cleaner
Tsebo Facilities Solutions, Johannesburg
2020 - 2021
β€’ Cleaned offices, ablution facilities and common areas
β€’ Operated industrial cleaning machines
Education
Grade 12 Matric Certificate
Soweto High School - 2018
Skills
Hard WorkerTeamworkCleaningBuilding WorkPunctual
Languages
Zulu (Home), English (Good), Sotho (Basic)
References
Mr James Khumalo - Foreman, Murray and Roberts - 082 000 0000
General Labour
General Worker CV
Clean layout with ID number, references and skills. Perfect for construction, cleaning and labour jobs.
Nomvula Zulu
Domestic Worker / Housekeeper
πŸ“ž 073 000 0000 πŸ“ Durban North, KZN ID: 8503210800087
About Me

Trustworthy and experienced domestic worker with 8 years working in private homes. I am honest, hardworking and treat every home I work in with respect. I have good references and can provide a police clearance certificate.

Work Experience
Full-Time Domestic Worker
Private Family, Durban North - 5 years
2019 - Present
β€’ General house cleaning, laundry, ironing and cooking
β€’ Childminding - looked after 2 children aged 3 and 6
β€’ Grocery shopping and meal preparation
Domestic Worker (Part-Time)
3 Private Households, Umhlanga
2016 - 2019
β€’ Cleaned and tidied homes twice per week
β€’ Washing, ironing and general household duties
Skills
CookingChildmindingLaundryTrustworthyIroning
Documents Available
SA ID Book / Police Clearance / Written References from employers
References
Mrs Sarah Naidoo - 083 000 0000 (Current employer)
Mrs Priya Pillay - 071 000 0000 (Previous employer)
Domestic
Domestic Worker CV
Includes police clearance mention, childminding skills and strong employer references section.
Thabo Mokoena
Security Officer - PSIRA Grade C
πŸ“ž 079 000 0000 πŸ“ Pretoria, GP PSIRA No: 1234567
Profile

Reliable PSIRA-registered security officer with 6 years experience guarding residential estates, shopping centres and office buildings. Trained in access control, incident reporting and emergency response. Clean criminal record.

Work Experience
Security Officer
G4S Security, Pretoria
2020 - Present
β€’ Controlled access at residential estate (500+ residents)
β€’ Wrote daily incident reports and shift handover notes
β€’ Monitored CCTV cameras and responded to alarms
Security Guard
Fidelity Security, Pretoria
2018 - 2020
β€’ Guarded retail stores and did loss prevention patrols
Registration
PSIRA Grade C
First Aid Level 1
Firearm Competency
Clean Criminal Record
Skills
Access ControlCCTVReporting
Education
Grade 12 - 2017
PSIRA Training - 2018
Security
Security Guard CV
PSIRA registration number, firearm competency, access control and clean criminal record highlighted.
Lerato Sithole
Cashier / Retail Assistant
πŸ“ž 076 000 0000 πŸ“ Johannesburg South ID: 0005220800083
About Me

Friendly and efficient cashier with 3 years experience at busy retail stores. I work well under pressure, handle cash accurately and provide good customer service. I am always presentable, punctual and honest.

Work Experience
Cashier
Shoprite, Johannesburg South
Mar 2022 - Present
β€’ Processed 200+ customer transactions daily with zero cash shortages
β€’ Operated POS system and handled card and cash payments
β€’ Assisted customers with queries in a friendly manner
Retail Assistant / Packer
Pick n Pay, Johannesburg
2021 - 2022
β€’ Packed shelves, checked expiry dates and assisted customers
Skills
Cash HandlingPOS SystemCustomer ServiceStock ControlHonest
Education
Grade 12 Matric - Orlando High School, Soweto - 2020
References
Mrs Thandi Nkosi - Store Manager, Shoprite - 011 000 0000
Retail
Cashier / Retail CV
Cash handling, POS system and customer service skills for Shoprite, Pick n Pay, Spar and Checkers jobs.
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Bongani Khumalo
Code 10 Driver / Delivery Driver
πŸ“ž 082 000 0000 πŸ“ Cape Town, WC PDP Valid - Code 10
About Me

Experienced Code 10 driver with a valid PDP and 7 years of accident-free driving. I have driven trucks, bakkies and delivery vehicles for FMCG companies across the Western Cape. I know Cape Town roads well and have a clean driving record.

Driving Experience
Delivery Driver (Code 10)
Tiger Brands, Cape Town
2019 - Present
β€’ Delivered FMCG goods to 30+ retail clients daily across Cape Town
β€’ Maintained delivery vehicle - daily checks and cleanliness
β€’ Zero accidents and no traffic fines in 5 years of service
Driver / General Worker
SA Courier, Cape Town
2017 - 2019
β€’ Delivered parcels and documents across the Cape Peninsula
Licences and Documents
Code 10 Licence (valid) | PDP (valid) | Clean driving record | No criminal record
Skills
Long DistanceDefensive DrivingRoute PlanningVehicle Checks
Transport
Driver CV (Code 10 / PDP)
Licence codes, valid PDP, accident-free driving record and delivery experience clearly listed.
Lucky Mahlangu
Garden Service Worker / Landscaper
πŸ“ž 074 000 0000 πŸ“ Pretoria East, GP
About Me

Experienced garden worker with 9 years maintaining private gardens, business parks and government properties. I know how to use all garden tools and equipment. I take pride in my work and always leave gardens looking neat and beautiful.

Work Experience
Senior Garden Worker
Green Thumb Landscapes, Pretoria East
2018 - Present
β€’ Maintained 15+ private gardens weekly (mowing, pruning, weeding)
β€’ Planted new gardens including basic irrigation systems
β€’ Operated and maintained all garden equipment
Garden Worker
City of Tshwane Parks Department
2015 - 2018
β€’ Maintained public parks, road verges and government grounds
Equipment I Can Use
LawnmowerBrush CutterHedge TrimmerIrrigationPlanting
References
Mr Peter van Zyl - Owner, Green Thumb - 083 000 0000
Garden and Outdoor
Garden Worker CV
Lists garden equipment, plant knowledge and experience with private and government gardens.
πŸ›οΈ Gov Jobs
Ntombi Mthembu
Administrative Clerk - Government / Municipal
πŸ“ž 072 000 0000 βœ‰ ntombi@gmail.com πŸ“ Durban, KZN ID: 9206150800086
Profile

Organised and professional administrative clerk with 5 years experience in municipal and government offices. I work well with the public, manage filing and data capturing accurately, and understand Batho Pele principles.

Work Experience
Administrative Clerk
eThekwini Municipality, Durban
2020 - Present
β€’ Processed public queries and applications at front desk
β€’ Captured data on government systems (PERSAL, LOGIS)
β€’ Filed documents and managed correspondence
Office Assistant
Department of Labour, Durban
2018 - 2020
β€’ Assisted UIF claimants and processed application forms
Qualifications
National Certificate: Business Administration (NQF Level 3) - Umfolozi TVET - 2017
Grade 12 Matric - Durban Girls High - 2016
Skills
PERSALMS OfficeData CapturingFilingBatho Pele
Government
Government / Municipal Admin CV
PERSAL, LOGIS, Batho Pele and NQF qualifications β€” tailored for public sector job applications.
Zanele Moyo
Waitron / Food and Beverage Assistant
πŸ“ž 078 000 0000 πŸ“ Cape Town CBD
About Me

Enthusiastic and customer-focused waitron with 4 years in busy restaurants and hotels. I am friendly, well-groomed and work well under pressure during peak service times. I have experience with table service and basic coffee-making.

Experience
Senior Waitron
The Bungalow Restaurant, Clifton, Cape Town
2021 - Present
β€’ Served tables in busy seafood restaurant (120 seats)
β€’ Took orders, recommended menu items and processed payments
β€’ Received consistently positive customer feedback
Food and Beverage Assistant
Protea Hotel by Marriott, Cape Town
2019 - 2021
β€’ Served breakfast buffet and dinner service for hotel guests
Skills
Table ServicePOS SystemCoffee MakingCustomer ServiceUpselling
Certificates
Food Handling Certificate | Responsible Alcohol Service | First Aid Level 1
Hospitality
Waitron / Hospitality CV
Food handling certificate, POS system and table service for restaurant, hotel and cafe jobs.
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Siphamandla Dube
Factory Worker / Warehouse Assistant
πŸ“ž 081 000 0000 πŸ“ Pinetown, KZN Forklift Cert: Valid
About Me

Experienced factory and warehouse worker with 6 years in food manufacturing and logistics. I hold a valid forklift certificate and am familiar with OHS Act requirements. I work well in teams, follow instructions carefully and maintain a safe workspace.

Work Experience
Production Line Worker
Tiger Brands Albany Bakeries, Pinetown
2020 - Present
β€’ Operated bread production line - packing, wrapping and quality checks
β€’ Completed daily production targets of 2,000+ units per shift
β€’ Maintained hygiene standards (HACCP compliant)
Warehouse Assistant / Forklift Driver
Bidvest Logistics, Durban
2018 - 2020
β€’ Received, picked and dispatched stock using RF scanner
β€’ Operated 3-tonne counterbalance forklift
Certificates and Skills
Forklift LicenceHACCPOHS ActRF ScannerStock ControlShift Work
Education
Grade 12 - Pinetown High School - 2017 | Forklift Certificate - 2018
Factory and Warehouse
Factory / Warehouse Worker CV
Forklift licence, HACCP, OHS Act and production line experience for factory and warehouse jobs.
πŸŽ“ Matric Leavers
Ayanda Nkosi
Grade 12 Graduate - Seeking First Job
πŸ“ž 063 000 0000 πŸ“ Alexandra, GP ID: 0602180800081
About Me

I am a motivated and hardworking Grade 12 graduate looking for my first job. I may not have work experience yet, but I am a fast learner, always on time and willing to do any task given to me. I am honest, respectful and eager to prove myself.

Education
Grade 12 (Matric Certificate)
Alexandra High School, Gauteng - 2023
Subjects: English, Mathematics, Life Orientation, History, Geography, isiZulu
Volunteer and Community Work
Volunteer - Community Food Garden
Alexandra Community Garden Project - 2023
β€’ Helped plant vegetables and distribute food to elderly community members
β€’ Organised donations every Saturday morning
School Tuckshop Helper
Alexandra High School - 2022 to 2023
β€’ Served food during lunch break and handled cash payments
Skills and Strengths
Quick LearnerReliableBasic ComputerCash HandlingTeamworkHonest
Languages
English (Good) - Zulu (Home Language) - Sotho (Basic)
References
Mrs Dolly Khumalo - Teacher, Alexandra High - 011 000 0000
Pastor James Sibiya - Community Leader - 073 000 0000
No Experience
School Leaver / First Job CV
For matric graduates with no work experience. Highlights volunteer work, school activities and personal strengths.