Butcher - Fresh Meat Section

Majid Al Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 33,480 - 50,220; Full time

Job summary

Majid Al Futtaim is hiring a Butcher - Fresh Meat Section in Dubai, United Arab Emirates for a busy hypermarket. The candidate will perform meat cutting, trimming, deboning and portioning per customer requests, while ensuring hygiene and accurate labeling.

The role requires practical meat-cutting skills, knowledge of safety standards, and the ability to assist customers with product recommendations in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one to two years of butcher/fresh food experience.
• Knowledge of meat cutting, trimming, deboning, mincing, marination, weighing and packaging.
• Experience in supermarket/hypermarket or food production environments.
• Basic English reading/writing/interpretation skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, trim, debone, mince, slice and portion meat per customer requests.
• Marinate meat using approved recipes and handling methods.
• Confirm customer requirements before cutting or processing.
• Weigh, code, price and label products accurately.
• Wrap, package and display meat to meet hygiene standards.
• Maintain displays, rotate stock and monitor freshness and expiry dates.
• Operate meat slicers, mincers, saws, knives and scales safely.
• Assist customers with recommendations and upsell where appropriate.
• Follow food safety procedures and report equipment faults.

Skills

Meat cutting

Meat trimming

Deboning

Meat mincing

Marination

Portion preparation

Knife handling

Meat slicer operation

Meat saw operation

Weighing & pricing

Product labelling

Food packaging

Fresh meat merchandising

Display replenishment

Stock rotation

Waste control

Expiry date checks

Product quality inspection

Food safety

Hygiene procedures

Cross‑contamination prevention

Temperature control

Customer service

Product recommendations

Upselling

Stock handling

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Snapshot

Role: Butcher - Fresh Meat Section

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Supermarkets

Function: Food Preparation-Cooking

Experience: 1-2 years

Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Butcher - Fresh Meat Section in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Supermarkets opportunity for an experienced meat preparation professional who can deliver accurate cuts, maintain product quality, and provide dependable customer service. Majid Al Futtaim is hiring a butcher to support fresh food operations within its hypermarket business while following strict hygiene, safety, pricing, and presentation standards. The role involves preparing meat according to customer requests, maintaining attractive display counters, operating butchery equipment safely, monitoring stock quality, and helping customers select suitable products.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Dubai

Salary: 3000-4500 (estimated, confirm with employer)

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Job Context

The Butcher - Fresh Meat Section supports the quality, availability, and commercial performance of the hypermarket's fresh meat department. The position requires practical meat-cutting skills, accurate portioning, careful equipment handling, and consistent compliance with food safety procedures. By preparing products efficiently and responding to individual customer requirements, the butcher contributes to customer satisfaction, reduced waste, stronger sales, and the professional presentation of the fresh food section.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, trim, debone, mince, slice, and portion different meat products according to customer requests and approved procedures.
• Marinate meat using authorised recipes, ingredients, quantities, and handling methods.
• Confirm customer requirements before cutting or processing products.
• Weigh prepared meat accurately and apply the correct product codes, prices, and labels.
• Wrap and package meat securely to maintain hygiene, freshness, and product quality.
• Arrange products in refrigerated display counters according to presentation and merchandising standards.
• Replenish displays throughout the trading day while maintaining stock rotation.
• Check product freshness, appearance, temperature, expiry dates, and packaging condition.
• Remove expired, damaged, contaminated, or unsuitable products from sale immediately.
• Record waste, damaged stock, and expired items accurately according to departmental procedures.
• Assist customers promptly and provide clear information about cuts, preparation methods, quantities, and suitable product options.
• Recommend relevant products and inform customers about current promotions and available offers.
• Apply appropriate upselling techniques without compromising customer service.
• Operate meat slicers, mincers, saws, knives, weighing scales, and other butchery equipment correctly.
• Clean and sanitise knives, machines, cutting surfaces, counters, trays, and storage areas.
• Follow food safety, personal hygiene, cross‑contamination prevention, and temperature‑control requirements.
• Wear approved protective clothing and use safety equipment throughout assigned duties.
• Report faulty equipment, unsafe conditions, stock issues, or product quality concerns to the supervisor.
• Maintain an organised and clean preparation area during and after each shift.
• Support stock receiving, storage, stock counts, and section closing activities when required.
• Follow company standard operating procedures and management instructions consistently.

Ideal Profile

• Minimum one to two years of experience as a butcher, meat cutter, or fresh food preparation employee.
• Practical knowledge of meat cutting, trimming, deboning, mincing, marination, weighing, and packaging.
• Experience working in a supermarket, hypermarket, grocery, butcher shop, hotel, restaurant, or food production environment.
• Basic English reading, writing, and interpretation skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent qualification is preferred.
• Ability to use knives and powered butchery equipment safely.
• Understanding of hygiene, sanitation, food safety, and product storage requirements.
• Accurate numerical skills for weighing, pricing, labelling, and portion control.
• Strong attention to product quality, customer instructions, and operating details.
• Good listening and customer service skills.
• Ability to organise tasks and manage several customer orders during busy periods.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods and handle products or equipment safely.
• Comfortable working in chilled areas and fast‑paced retail environments.
• Able to cooperate effectively with colleagues from different cultures and backgrounds.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, weekends, public holidays, and peak trading periods.

Skills Set

• Meat cutting
• Meat trimming
• Deboning
• Meat mincing
• Meat marination
• Portion preparation
• Knife handling
• Meat slicer operation
• Meat saw operation
• Weighing and pricing
• Product labelling
• Food packaging
• Fresh meat merchandising
• Display replenishment
• Stock rotation
• Waste control
• Expiry date checks
• Product quality inspection
• Food safety
• Hygiene procedures
• Equipment sanitation
• Cross‑contamination prevention
• Temperature control
• Customer service
• Product recommendations
• Upselling
• Stock handling
• Multitasking

Why Join Us

This position offers stable employment within a large Supermarkets operation where skilled fresh food employees play an important role in product quality and customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will gain exposure to structured food safety systems, modern retail processes, diverse product ranges, and high‑volume hypermarket operations. The role is suitable for a dependable butcher who wants to strengthen technical skills, build regional retail experience, and pursue future development opportunities within fresh food operations or departmental supervision.

About the Company

Majid Al Futtaim is an Emirati‑owned organisation operating across retail, shopping malls, communities, entertainment, and lifestyle businesses. Its hypermarket operations serve customers through extensive grocery and fresh food departments supported by established quality, hygiene, merchandising, and customer service standards.