Retail Butcher

Noosa Meat Centre; Noosa Shire; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Noosa Meat Centre in Noosa Shire, Queensland, is seeking a dedicated butcher to cut, trim, bone and prepare beef, lamb, pork and poultry for everyday customers.

You will prepare sausages, mince and marinated meats, display products attractively, advise on cuts and cooking methods, and operate mincers, bandsaws and slicers safely.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in retail butchery or meat preparation is preferred.
• Knowledge of meat cuts and preparation techniques is essential.
• Familiarity with food safety, hygiene, and temperature-control requirements is important.

Responsibilities

• Cut, trim, bone, and prepare various meats, including beef, lamb, pork, poultry, and other meat products.
• Prepare sausages, mince, marinated meats, and value-added meat products.
• Display meat products attractively in display cabinets and ensure products are fresh and properly labelled.
• Serve customers, provide product recommendations, and advise on suitable cuts, portion sizes, and cooking methods.
• Operate and maintain butcher equipment, including knives, mincers, bandsaws, and meat slicers, safely.
• Monitor stock levels, rotate products, and minimise waste.
• Receive deliveries, inspect meat quality, and ensure correct storage and temperature control.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas, equipment, utensils, and display cabinets.
• Follow food safety regulations, workplace health and safety procedures, and safe manual-handling practices.
• Assist with stocktaking, ordering supplies, pricing, and general shop operations.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet customer needs and daily business targets.

Skills

Knife skills

Meat cuts knowledge

Food safety

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

Butchery qualification

Tools

Mincers

Bandsaws

Meat slicers

Job description

Cut, trim, bone, and prepare various meats, including beef, lamb, pork, poultry, and other meat products.

Prepare sausages, mince, marinated meats, and value-added meat products.

Display meat products attractively in display cabinets and ensure products are fresh and properly labelled.

Serve customers, provide product recommendations, and advise on suitable cuts, portion sizes, and cooking methods.

Operate and maintain butcher equipment, including knives, mincers, bandsaws, and meat slicers, safely.

Monitor stock levels, rotate products, and minimise waste.

Receive deliveries, inspect meat quality, and ensure correct storage and temperature control.

Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas, equipment, utensils, and display cabinets.

Follow food safety regulations, workplace health and safety procedures, and safe manual-handling practices.

Assist with stocktaking, ordering supplies, pricing, and general shop operations.

Work collaboratively with team members to meet customer needs and daily business targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Cut, trim, bone, and prepare various meats, including beef, lamb, pork, poultry, and other meat products.




• Prepare sausages, mince, marinated meats, and value-added meat products.




• Display meat products attractively in display cabinets and ensure products are fresh and properly labelled.




• Serve customers, provide product recommendations, and advise on suitable cuts, portion sizes, and cooking methods.




• Operate and maintain butcher equipment, including knives, mincers, bandsaws, and meat slicers, safely.




• Monitor stock levels, rotate products, and minimise waste.




• Receive deliveries, inspect meat quality, and ensure correct storage and temperature control.




• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas, equipment, utensils, and display cabinets.




• Follow food safety regulations, workplace health and safety procedures, and safe manual-handling practices.




• Assist with stocktaking, ordering supplies, pricing, and general shop operations.




• Work collaboratively with team members to meet customer needs and daily business targets.

Skills and Qualifications

• Previous experience in retail butchery or meat preparation is preferred.




• Strong knife skills and knowledge of meat cuts and preparation techniques.




• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and temperature-control requirements.




• Good customer service and communication skills.




• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment.




• Good attention to detail and commitment to product quality.




• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays, where required.




• Relevant butchery qualifications or food-handling training are advantageous.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.




• Ability to lift and handle meat products and stock safely.




• Ability to work in refrigerated and chilled environments.




• Ability to safely handle sharp tools and operate butchery equipment.

Key Performance Expectations

• Consistent quality and presentation of meat products.




• High standards of food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety.




• Excellent customer satisfaction.




• Accurate stock rotation and effective waste management.




• Reliable teamwork, punctuality, and productivity.

Reporting Structure

Reports to the Store Manager, Head Butcher, or Meat Department Manager.