Butcher

UD COMPANY PTY LTD; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Dedicated team

Full-time hours

Job summary

SilvaSide Biltong Pty Ltd in Ringwood, Victoria is seeking a skilled Butcher for a full-time permanent position. You will select, trim, cut and prepare meat for premium biltong production, operate processing machinery and ensure HACCP and hygiene standards are met.

Requirements include AQF Diploma or higher and 1+ year of butchery experience, with strong knife skills and meat science knowledge. Competitive remuneration and stable hours in a well-equipped Ringwood facility are offered.

Qualifications

• NVQ/AQF diploma or higher in butchery or related field.
• At least 1 year of professional butchery or smallgoods experience with knife skills.
• Strong understanding of meat science, HACCP and machinery operation.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Select, cut, trim, bone and prepare meat to production specs.
• Marinate, cure, and season meat for biltong and snacks.
• Operate grinders, mincers, slicers and other meat processing equipment.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards in line with regulations.
• Assist with inventory and production cost estimation.

Skills

Meat preparation

Knife skills

Food safety (HACCP)

Machinery operation

Education

AQF Diploma or higher

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Skilled Butcher Company: SilvaSide Biltong Pty Ltd Location: Ringwood, VIC 3134 Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $79,000 – $89,000 per annum About Us

At SilvaSide Biltong, we pride ourselves on crafting premium, authentic air-dried beef snacks of the highest quality. We combine traditional curing and butchery techniques with modern food production standards to deliver exceptional products to our customers. We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Butcher to join our growing production team in Ringwood.

Position Overview As our Butcher, you will play a hands-on role in selecting, trimming, cutting, and preparing premium meat for our specialist biltong and snack production lines. You will operate processing machinery, apply traditional seasoning and curing methods, and ensure all food safety and quality standards are meticulously maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Select, cut, trim, bone, and prepare meat to exact specifications for production.
• Marinate, season, cure, and prepare special cuts of meat using traditional and modern techniques.
• Operate meat processing machinery, including grinders, mixers, mincers, and slicers.
• Make seasonings, marinades, and cures by carefully mixing spices, salt, and other ingredients.
• Operate smoking chambers, drying facilities, and cooking equipment as required.
• Monitor production processes to ensure consistency, quality, and high yield.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and safe work environment in compliance with food safety regulations.
• Assist with inventory management, stock rotation, and estimating production costs.

Requirements & Qualifications

• AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Associate Degree or higher qualification, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the position.
• Minimum 1 year of demonstrated professional experience as a Butcher or Smallgoods Maker, with strong knife skills and expertise in meat preparation, curing, and seasoning.
• Strong understanding of meat science, food safety, hygiene standards (HACCP), and machinery operation.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively within a fast-paced production team environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package
• Opportunity to work with a dedicated, passionate team in a specialized premium food production business.
• Stable full-time hours in a well-equipped facility located in Ringwood, Victoria.