Butcher / Meat Processor – Fresh Pet Food Production

PAW REVOLUTION PREPARED PETS FEED MANUFACTURING - SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A pet-food manufacturer in Abu Dhabi seeks a Butcher responsible for cutting, trimming, and preparing meats for production. Ideal candidates will have 2–4 years of butchery experience, particularly deboning poultry or rabbit, and knowledge of food safety protocols. The position requires physical stamina and the ability to work in a cold-room environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–4 years of butchery or meat-processing experience.
• Proven experience deboning poultry and/or rabbit required.
• Understanding of food hygiene and cross-contamination prevention.

Responsibilities

• Prepare raw meats for production according to daily batch plans.
• Perform skilled deboning of poultry and small game.
• Operate and maintain grinders and mixers.

Skills

Knife skills

Equipment handling knowledge

Food hygiene understanding

Batch processing knowledge

Basic English communication skills

Tools

Grinders

Mixers

Cutting equipment

Job description

About Paw Revolution

Paw Revolution is a boutique pet-food manufacturer based in Abu Dhabi, specializing in fresh, raw, gently cooked, freeze-dried, and dehydrated meals and treats for dogs and cats. We pride ourselves on premium ingredients, scientific formulation, and high food-safety standards.

Role Overview

The Butcher will be responsible for cutting, trimming, deboning, grinding, and preparing meats for daily pet-food production batches. This role requires precision, consistency, and adherence to hygiene and food-safety standards.

You will work closely with our operations, quality control, and senior management to ensure every batch meets Paw Revolution’s quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare raw meats (poultry, rabbit, lamb, beef, etc.) for production in line with daily batch plans.
• Perform skilled deboning of poultry and small game (especially rabbit).
• Operate and maintain grinders, mixers, and cutting equipment.
• Measure, portion, and mix meats, organs, and bones as per recipe specifications.
• Maintain accurate records of raw material weights, yields, and batch data.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety and hygiene protocols (HACCP, FEDIAF, ADF standards).
• Maintain clean work areas, sanitize tools and equipment after each use.
• Report any product quality or yield issues to the Production Supervisor or QC.
• Assist in receiving and organizing raw material deliveries when needed.

Skills

Requirements

• Minimum 2–4 years of butchery or meat-processing experience.
• Proven experience deboning poultry and/or rabbit (required).
• Familiarity with grinding, mixing, and portioning meat for batch processing.
• Strong knife skills and equipment handling knowledge.
• Understanding of food hygiene, cross-contamination prevention, and cold-chain handling.
• Ability to work efficiently in a cold-room environment.
• Physically fit and able to lift up to 25 kg.
• Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Basic English communication skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in pet-food manufacturing or meat processing plants.
• Food-safety certification (HACCP Level 2 or above).
• Knowledge of meat yield optimization and carcass utilization.