Butcher / Meat Processor (Kitchen-Hand)

Lhr; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Lhr in Melbourne's Cheltenham area is seeking a Butcher/Meat Processor (Kitchen-Hand) to support daily meat processing and production. The role involves preparing and processing meat per production requirements, and operating plant equipment in a safe, hygienic environment.

A high-school diploma is desirable, with 3 years in food manufacturing preferred but not essential. You will work Monday to Friday with overtime as needed, and contribute to HACCP compliance and workplace cleanliness.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma, GED, or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
• 3 years in the food manufacturing industry or similar industry is desirable but not essential.
• Familiarity with HACCP program is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and processing of meat and other products as per production requirements
• Operate plant equipment and machinery in an efficient hygienic and safe manner
• Maintain hygiene requirements of processing areas and ensure ongoing cleanliness of the facility
• Understand the HACCP Program including company quality policy, quality objects, quality procedures, and work instructions
• Adhere to health and safety procedures within the premises
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Other ad-hoc duties as required

Skills

Enthusiastic

Work under pressure

WH&S compliance

Education

High-school diploma

Job description

Primary Purpose of the Role:

Our client is Australia's premier producer and supplier of biltong (air-dried beef) products with a vision of being recognized as the market leader in premium authentic South African biltong and meat snacks in Australia.

Their manufacturing site is based in Cheltenham VIC 3192 and seeking Butcher / Meat Processor (Kitchen Hand) with experience but not essential.

Key Accountabilities

• Preparation and processing of meat and other products as per production requirements
• Operate plant equipment and machinery in an efficient hygienic and safe manner
• Maintain hygiene requirements of processing areas and ensure ongoing cleanliness of the facility
• Understand the HACCP Program including company quality policy, quality objects, quality procedures, and work instructions
• Adhere to health and safety procedures within the premises
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Other ad-hoc duties as required

Skills

• Enthusiastic and approachable personality
• Ability to work under pressure and plan personal workload effectively
• Adherence to work health and safe

Qualifications & Experience:

• High-school diploma, GED, or equivalent, or relevant industry experience is desirable but not essential.
• 3 years in the food manufacturing industry or similar industry is desirable but not essential

Shift timing:
Monday to Friday: Overtime as required

Butcher / Meat Processor (KITCHEN-HAND) Melbourne, Victoria, AU