Qualified Butcher / Apprentice Butcher

IGA; Portland; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Competitive remuneration

Career progression

Supportive team

Job summary

Daly's IGA Fresh Marketplace Portland, part of the Metcash group, is seeking a motivated Qualified Butcher or Apprentice Butcher (preferably 2nd or 3rd year) to join our team on a full-time basis. As a key member of the Meat Department, you will prepare, present and merchandise fresh meat products, ensuring high standards of quality, food safety and customer service.

A passion for meat and customer care is essential, along with reliability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Qualified butcher or currently undertaking a butchery apprenticeship.
• Experience or willingness in meat preparation and merchandising.
• Commitment to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Able to work in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong customer service and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cut, trim and add value to meat products.
• Package, label and display meat products attractively.
• Maintain stocked, clean meat display cases.
• Assist customers with product selection and requests.
• Rotate stock and manage waste to reduce spoilage.
• Assist with ordering, stock control and inventory.
• Ensure accurate pricing and ticketing.
• Comply with food safety and workplace safety standards.
• General cleaning and maintenance of the department.
• Collaborate with store team to deliver excellent shopping experience.

Skills

Butchery skills

Customer service

Education

Butchery apprenticeship track

Job description

Qualified Butcher / Apprentice Butcher - Full Time

Daly's IGA Fresh Marketplace Portland (part of the Metcash group) is seeking a motivated and reliable Qualified Butcher or Apprentice Butcher (preferably 2nd or 3rd year) to join our team on a full-time basis.

At Metcash, you're part of something bigger. We've got the heart of a small business with the strength and support of big business. When you join Metcash, your work makes a real difference to independent businesses and local communities empowering you to:

• Grow your career with tailored development programs
• Make your mark in a high perfoming, values-led team
• Thrive your way with flexible work options

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced butcher or an apprentice currently undertaking their apprenticeship, who is looking to further develop their skills within a busy supermarket environment.

About the Role

As a key member of our Meat Department, you will be responsible for the preparation, presentation and merchandising of fresh meat products while ensuring the highest standards of quality, food safety and customer service are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation, cutting, trimming and value-adding of meat products
• Product packaging, labelling and display presentation
• Maintaining attractive and fully stocked meat display cases
• Assisting customers with product selection and special requests
• Stock rotation and quality control to minimise waste
• Assisting with ordering, stock control and inventory management
• Maintaining accurate pricing and ticketing standards
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace safety requirements
• General cleaning and maintenance of the department
• Working collaboratively with the wider store team to deliver an excellent shopping experience

About You

• A qualified butcher or currently undertaking a butchery apprenticeship
• Passionate about delivering quality products and customer service
• Reliable, motivated and able to work effectively within a team
• Experienced in meat preparation and merchandising practices (or willing to learn)
• Committed to maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment
• Well presented with strong attention to detail

What We Offer

• Stable employment within a modern and growing supermarket
• A supportive team
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Competitive remuneration based on qualifications and experience
• Opportunities for career progression

We welcome applications from qualified butchers as well as existing apprentices looking to continue their apprenticeship with a supportive and experienced team.

If you take pride in quality workmanship and customer service, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us

Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125. We believe in the power of independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities. Through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars, we help retailers become the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support.

We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability - and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you need support during the application process, just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected.