Butcher | Senior | Full Time

New World; Papakura; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% Employee Discount- available atNew

Discounted instore Coffee’s

Further discounts at major retail, and

Regular team events

Job summary

New World Papakura is seeking a Senior Butcher to lead the Butchery team and mentor apprentices, upholding high standards of quality, safety, and presentation. You will set the benchmark for product excellence and training within a storied, award-winning team.

Join a respected department known for craftsmanship and customer service, and contribute to team culture while driving innovation and consistent results across the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Strong technical skills across all aspects of the trade.
• Passion for training, coaching, and developing apprentices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Leadership experience within a butchery environment.

Responsibilities

• Cutting, trimming, preparing, and presenting premium meat products to the highest standard.
• Training, coaching and mentoring apprentice butchers.
• Sharing trade knowledge and developing future talent within the industry.
• Supporting the Butchery Manager with the day-to-day operation of the department.
• Maintaining exceptional food safety and hygiene standards.
• Driving product innovation, quality, merchandising, and customer satisfaction.
• Leading by example and contributing to a positive team culture.

Skills

Technical skills

Mentoring apprentices

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Butchery qualification

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

At New World Papakura, we're proud of our Butchery team. Recently recognized as Runner-Up Butchery Team at the New World Retail Awards, we've built a reputation for exceptional quality, craftsmanship, innovation, and customer service.

We're now looking for an experienced Senior Butcher to join our award-winning team.

This role is ideal for a skilled expert who loves the craft of butchery and wants to pass their knowledge on to the next generation. You'll work alongside a team of highly experienced butchers while playing a key role in coaching, mentoring, and developing our apprentices.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Butcher, you'll be a respected leader within the department, setting the standard for quality, presentation, food safety, and productivity. Other key responsibilities will include:

• Cutting, trimming, preparing, and presenting premium meat products to the highest standard
• Training, coaching and mentoring apprentice butchers
• Sharing trade knowledge and developing future talent within the industry
• Supporting the Butchery Manager with the day-to-day operation of the department
• Maintaining exceptional food safety and hygiene standards
• Driving product innovation, quality, merchandising, and customer satisfaction
• Leading by example and contributing to a positive team culture
  

HERE IS WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR...

You will be an experienced butcher who takes pride in both your workmanship and your ability to help others succeed. You will also bring:

• A recognized butchery qualification and extensive industry experience
• Strong technical skills across all aspects of the trade
• A genuine passion for training, coaching, and developing apprentices
• High standards for quality, presentation, and food safety
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Reliability, initiative, and a positive attitude
• Previous experience mentoring or supervising team members
  
• Join an award-winning Butchery team recognised at the New World Retail Awards
• Work alongside experienced tradespeople who are passionate about their craft
• Play a key role in developing future butchers and growing the trade
• Be part of a supportive, high-performing team culture
• Competitive remuneration based on skills and experience
• Career growth opportunities within one of New Zealand's leading supermarket groups

HERE ARE THE PERKS...

Being part of our team, has it's own set of benefits. Here are a few:

• 10% Employee Discount- *available at New World Papakura only
• Discounted instore Coffee’s
• Further discounts at major retail, fashion and food hub’s for being a part of the wider Foodstuffs team
• Regular team events