Lead Butcher — Premium Cuts & Team Mentoring

1888 Certified

Sydney

On-site

AUD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

1888 Certified is Sydney’s premium butcher and food providore. We are seeking a qualified butcher to lead full carcase breakdown, prepare premium cuts, and develop value-added products while mentoring junior staff and ensuring HACCP compliance.

You will also present attractive displays and build lasting relationships with customers through expert advice and deep brand knowledge. Join our team to support high-volume orders with consistency and pride in every cut, across a seven-day roster

Qualifications

Qualified butcher with formal trade training (Certificate III in Retail Butchery or equivalent).
Proven hands-on experience in full carcase butchery with impeccable knife skills.
An artisan's eye for quality, precision and presentation.
Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety and allergen procedures.
Confident leading and guiding junior staff.
Polished, personable customer service.
Available on a roster across seven days, with two days off per week.

Responsibilities

Break down full carcases into primal, secondary and retail cuts to exacting specifications
Prepare premium cuts and custom orders for a discerning clientele
Develop, test and prepare high-end value-added products to our own recipes
Prepare high-volume orders to a consistently high standard
Supervise and mentor junior butchery staff, including food safety, allergen and compliance procedures
Present a display worthy of the product
Build lasting relationships with customers through expert advice and a deep knowledge of our brand and produce