DCDP Butcher - for Western style restaurants

Apt Resources; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable catering service in the UAE is seeking an experienced butcher to ensure quality preparation of meat and fish products. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of relevant experience and a culinary certificate. Competitive compensation includes a monthly salary and various benefits such as accommodation and health insurance.

Benefits

Free accommodation

Health insurance

Transport

Paid leave as per UAE laws

Uniform provided

Air ticket every two years

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a butcher in hotels, restaurants or on cruise ships.
• Ability to prepare all meats and fish products according to company standards.
• Experience with quality control and production control.

Responsibilities

• Ensure hygiene procedures are followed by all staff.
• Check all Meat and Fish on delivery for quality and quantity.
• Maintain cleanliness of preparation rooms and proper storage.

Skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Quality control

Team communication

Preparation of meat and fish

Education

Culinary certificate from a recognized institution

Job description

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be aware and ensure that he and his co‑workers follow company hygiene procedures.
• The communications to the Executive Chef, Sous Chef and the Stock Controller must be in respectful, friendly and professional ways.
• Responsible for checking all Meat and Fish on delivery for quality and quantity.
• In charge of cleanliness of the Meat and Fish preparation rooms and proper storage of all Meat and Fish items in the freezers and fridges.
• Close communication and contact with the Executive Chef with regard to ordering and preparation is obligatory.
• The guidelines and requests from the Chef and F&B Manager must be followed in the most efficient way.
• All machines and equipment must be kept in good repair and must be handled with care at all times.
• Report any maintenance requirements to the relevant personnel.
• Be present during the sanitation inspections of your areas.
• The Butcher must be fully aware of the company controlling and food preparation procedures e.g. portion control, as outlined in the F&B manual.
• Daily contact and exchange of information with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef is obligatory.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Basic monthly salary: AED 3,000 to 3,600 depending on experience + 375 food allowance + 250 to 450 (service charge avg) + 600 credit‑card tips + cash tips + free accommodation + transport + uniforms + health insurance + air ticket (once every two years) + paid leave as per UAE laws.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have worked at least 3 years as a butcher in hotels, restaurants or on cruise ships.
• Must be able to prepare all meats and fish products specified in company standards.
• Must have a culinary certificate from a recognized institution.
• Must be able to deal with quality control, production control, meat and fish storing.