Butcher

Natural Poultry Products Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Natural Poultry Products Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Butcher to prepare, cut and portion poultry and meat products for retail while maintaining consistent quality and safe handling practices. Located in Reservoir, VIC, the role requires ensuring accurate portions and efficient daily prep operations.

Applicants should have Certificate III in Meat Processing or equivalent experience, 1–2 years in a similar role, and the ability to work in a busy retail environment with strong attention to

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Meat Processing, Butchery or related discipline is required or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years of butcher/meat/poultry prep experience is preferred.
• Experience in cutting, trimming, boning and portioning meat or poultry.
• Knowledge of meat handling, storage, stock rotation and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Cut, trim, bone, slice and portion poultry and meat products for retail.
• Prepare cuts for display and sale.
• Operate knives, saws and other butchery tools safely.
• Inspect product quality, freshness and suitability before preparation.
• Weigh, portion, package and label products for retail sale.
• Maintain hygiene and safe work practices throughout preparation tasks.
• Assist customers with questions about cuts and selections.

Skills

Meat cutting

Food safety

Stock rotation

Customer service

Equipment handling

Education

Certificate III in Meat Processing/Butchery

Tools

Knives

Saws

Job description

Natural Poultry Products Pty Ltd operates a poultry retail business, supplying fresh poultry and meat products to customers. The business focuses on the preparation, cutting, portioning and presentation of poultry and meat products while maintaining appropriate food quality, hygiene and customer service standards.

About the Role

Natural Poultry Products Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Butcher to join its team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, cutting and portioning poultry and meat products for retail sale while maintaining consistent product quality, safe food-handling practices and efficient day-to-day preparation operations.

Location: Shop 25, 850 Plenty Road, Reservoir VIC 3073

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 per annum plus Superannuation

Key Responsibilities

• Cut, trim, bone, slice and portion poultry and meat products according to customer and retail requirements
• Prepare different cuts of poultry and meat for display and sale
• Use knives, saws and other butchery equipment safely and efficiently
• Inspect poultry and meat products for quality, freshness and suitability before preparation
• Weigh, portion, package and label prepared products for retail sale
• Prepare value-added and marinated meat and poultry products as required
• Monitor stock rotation and ensure products are stored under appropriate temperature-controlled conditions
• Minimise product wastage through accurate cutting, portioning and stock handling
• Maintain knives, cutting equipment, preparation surfaces and work areas in clean and safe condition
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety during meat preparation and handling
• Assist customers with enquiries regarding available cuts and suitable meat or poultry products when required

Candidate Requirements

• Certificate III in Meat Processing, Butchery or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
• Minimum 1–2 years of relevant experience as a Butcher or in a comparable meat or poultry preparation role
• Demonstrated experience in cutting, trimming, boning and portioning meat or poultry
• Good knowledge of meat preparation, storage, handling and stock rotation practices
• Sound understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements
• Ability to use butchery knives, cutting equipment and related tools safely
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent product quality
• Ability to work effectively in a busy retail food environment
• Only candidates currently residing in Australia will be shortlisted