Casual Butcher

B&E Foods; Blacktown; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

B&E Foods in Blacktown is seeking a reliable Butcher to join our production team. This casual role focuses on processing red meat including pork, beef and lamb, with opportunities to support other departments.

You will work Sunday to Thursday, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, upholding strict food safety, hygiene and quality standards while cooperating with supervisors and teammates to hit daily targets.

Qualifications

• Experience in butchery or meat processing.
• Strong knife-handling skills.
• Able to work in a chilled environment.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Ability to follow instructions and meet production targets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cut, trim and bone red meat according to production needs.
• Operate meat processing and cutting machinery safely.
• Perform bulk slicing, portioning and packing of meat products.
• Weigh, label and prepare meat for packaging and distribution.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized work area.
• Work with supervisors to meet daily production targets.

Skills

Butchery

Knife handling

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Education

Meat processing cert II/III

Job description

Location: B&E Foods Production Department, 25 Bessemer Street, Blacktown
Employment Type: Casual
Working Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Butcher – Food Production

Location: B&E Foods Production Department, 25 Bessemer Street, Blacktown
Employment Type: Casual
Working Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Butcher to join our production team at B&E Foods.

This is a casual position based in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. The role is suited to someone with previous butchery or meat processing experience and strong knife-handling skills.

You will be responsible for processing and preparing bulk quantities of red meat, including pork, beef and lamb. You may also be required to assist the Hot Pot Department as needed.

You will work as part of a team focused on production efficiency, product quality, consistency, and maintaining high food safety and hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing, cutting, trimming and boning various types of red meat according to production requirements.

• Operating meat processing and cutting machinery safely and efficiently.

• Performing bulk slicing, portioning and packing of meat products.

• Using knives and other cutting tools safely and effectively.

• Performing value-adding tasks such as crumbing and marinating when required.

• Weighing, labelling and preparing meat products for packaging and distribution.

• Following all food safety, hygiene and workplace safety procedures.

• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area.

• Working closely with supervisors and team members to achieve daily production targets.

Requirements

• Previous experience in butchery, meat processing or a similar role.

• Strong knife-handling skills and experience working with meat.

• Ability to work in a chilled/cold and physically demanding environment.

• Good understanding of food safety and workplace hygiene requirements.

• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently to meet production targets.

• Good communication skills and a positive team attitude.

• Reliable and committed to working Sunday to Thursday, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Certificate II or III in Meat Processing is desirable.

• Knowledge or understanding of HACCP procedures in a food production environment is desirable.

If you are reliable, hardworking and have the relevant experience and skills, we would love to hear from you.