Master Butcher & Smallgoods Maker

Rashi Joshi; Tolga; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocky Creek Abattoir in Tolga, QLD is seeking an experienced Butcher or Smallgoods Maker to join our processing team. The role involves boning, trimming, cutting and portioning meat to required specifications while upholding HACCP and food safety standards.

You will work with knives and processing equipment, ensuring quality cuts, portion control and minimal waste in a cold, fast-paced environment. A relevant trade qualification is essential.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a commercial butchery, abattoir or meat processing environment.
• Demonstrated boning, trimming, cutting and portioning skills.
• Strong knife-handling skills.
• Knowledge of meat cuts and product specifications.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and meat handling requirements.
• Relevant trade qualification in butchery/meat processing or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Boning, cutting, trimming and portioning meat.
• Preparing meat cuts to required production and customer specifications.
• Using knives, saws and meat processing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitoring meat quality and identifying products that do not meet required specifications.
• Maintaining portion control and minimising product waste.
• Packaging and labeling meat products as required.
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and sanitation.
• Complying with HACCP, food safety and quality assurance requirements.
• Following production procedures and workplace safety requirements.
• Maintaining a clean and safe processing environment.

Skills

Boning

Trimming

Cutting

Portioning

Knife handling

Meat processing

Food safety

HACCP

Teamwork

Education

Trade qualification in butchery/meat processing

Job description

Rocky Creek Abattoir in Tolga, QLD is seeking an experienced Butcher or Smallgoods Maker to join our processing team. The role involves boning, trimming, cutting and portioning meat to required specifications while upholding HACCP and food safety standards.

You will work with knives and processing equipment, ensuring quality cuts, portion control and minimal waste in a cold, fast-paced environment. A relevant trade qualification is essential.