Butcher or Butchery Assistant — Training + Staff Discount

Foodstuffs NZ; Masterton District; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Discount

Job summary

Foodstuffs NZ is seeking an energetic Qualified Butcher or an eager Butchery Assistant to join our busy team. Whether you are a qualified tradesperson or starting your career, we have a place for you.

You will be involved in preparation, customer service, and strict food safety practices, ensuring the counter is well-presented and stocked at all times. The role requires reliability, physical fitness, and good English communication, with roster flexibility including early starts and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work as part of a team and be reliable.
• Ability to lift heavy items and stand for long periods in a cold environment.
• Fluent English to communicate with customers and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Preparation: Cutting, Traying, Wrapping & Pricing.
• Customer service: Greeting customers, answering queries and offering cooking tips.
• Food safety: Adhere to NZ Food Safety standards and health & safety protocols.
• Presentation: Keep the counter and self-service cabinets stocked, clean and appealing.

Skills

Reliability

Physical fitness

Communication

Flexibility

Legality

Job description

Foodstuffs NZ is seeking an energetic Qualified Butcher or an eager Butchery Assistant to join our busy team. Whether you are a qualified tradesperson or starting your career, we have a place for you.

You will be involved in preparation, customer service, and strict food safety practices, ensuring the counter is well-presented and stocked at all times. The role requires reliability, physical fitness, and good English communication, with roster flexibility including early starts and weekends.