Meat Cutter Apprentice – Hands-on Training & Growth

IGA; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Quintons SUPA IGA Warrandyte in Melbourne's Warrandyte community is seeking an apprentice butcher to learn and develop in a busy meat department. You will break down primal cuts, prepare display, and contribute to customer service with pride.

Progress toward Certificate III in Meat Processing – Retail Butcher while handling knife work, bandsaw and mincer tasks. Weekend and rotating shifts support a hands-on training culture.

Qualifications

• Qualified (Certificate III in Meat Processing – Retail Butcher), or significant trade experience.
• Currently in 2nd or 3rd year and keen to finish your trade with a supportive team.
• Able to work weekends and on a rotating roster.

Responsibilities

• Break down primals and prepare cuts to a high standard.
• Make value-added lines such as burgers, schnitzels, marinades, kebabs and ready-to-cook meals.
• Keep the display case full, fresh and attractive throughout the day.
• Help with stock rotation, ordering and wastage control.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace safety procedures.

Skills

Knife skills

Bandsaw use

Mincer operation

Customer service

Education

Certificate III in Meat Processing – Retail Butcher

Tools

Meat processing tools

Job description

Quintons SUPA IGA Warrandyte in Melbourne's Warrandyte community is seeking an apprentice butcher to learn and develop in a busy meat department. You will break down primal cuts, prepare display, and contribute to customer service with pride.

Progress toward Certificate III in Meat Processing – Retail Butcher while handling knife work, bandsaw and mincer tasks. Weekend and rotating shifts support a hands-on training culture.