Head Butcher

Minor Hotels; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Minor Hotels in Dubai is seeking a Head Butcher for Dukes The Palm Dubai Hotel. The role requires overseeing the butchery team, ensuring meat quality and HACCP adherence, and supporting premium guest experiences in a luxury property.

The ideal candidate has proven Head Butcher experience, strong communication, and the ability to work flexibly across shifts in a fast-paced, luxury hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Head Butcher.
• Active listening and effective communication skills.
• Flexibility to work in shifts.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience in a large hotel with at least 500 keys in a luxury property is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the work of butchers in cutting, trimming, packaging, and displaying meat products.
• Train butchers on meat cutting techniques, food safety standards, and customer service.
• Ensure the quality, freshness, and proper storage of all meat products.
• Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and maintain equipment.
• Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and special orders.
• Monitor health and safety regulations in the butchery department and enforce HACCP standards.

Skills

Head Butcher

Active listening

Effective communication

Shift flexibility

Multitasking

Job description

Job Description

Dukes The Palm Dubai Hotel

Inspired by the spirit of Parisian boulevard cafés and the original Colbert bistro, the Colbert Collection is united not by style or geography, but by a shared sensibility. These are places where culture, conversation and culinary rituals naturally converge, shaped by the rhythm of the destinations they call home.

Daringly distinct and defined by its own immutable character, each hotel in the collection captures something elusive yet unforgettable: moments that stir emotion, awaken curiosity, and remain with you long after you depart. If you are drawn to hospitality with soul and substance, the Colbert Collection is your kind of place.

Head Butcher

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the work of butchers in cutting, trimming, packaging, and displaying meat products
• Train butchers on meat cutting techniques, food safety standards, and customer service
• Ensure the quality, freshness, and proper storage of all meat products
• Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and maintain equipment
• Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and special orders
• Monitor and enforce health and safety regulations in the butchery department
• Ensure HACCP standards are implemented and follow the appropriate hygiene standards as per Municipality requirements at all times
• Conduct daily checks on the quality and freshness of products
• Monitor all aspects pertaining to the control of the hotel’s food cost

Experience

• Previous experience in a large hotel with at least 500 keys in a luxury property required
• Pre-opening experience is an advantage

Requirement

• Proven work experience as a Head Butcher
• Active listening and effective communication skills
• Flexibility to work in shifts
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment