Butchery Assistant

JobSpace; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Foods Christchurch is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Butchery Assistant to join our morning shift in Woolston, Christchurch. Immediate start on a permanent, full-time basis.

You will work closely with our butchers to pack, label, and prepare meat products, while maintaining safety, hygiene, and quality standards in a cold environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in meat processing or the wider food industry.
• Ability to lift up to 20 kg.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work in a cold environment.

Responsibilities

• Packing and labelling meat products with precision and care
• Ensuring all products meet food safety and quality requirements
• Operating vac-pack and other equipment to wrap meat
• Preparing and organising orders for timely delivery
• Maintaining a clean and hygienic workspace
• Supporting meat preparation tasks (full training provided)
• Following all Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures
• Assisting with general butchery and operational duties

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Team player

Good communication skills

Reliability

Tools

Vac-pack equipment

Meat processing tools

Job description

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Do you have a keen eye for detail and a strong work ethic? Are you looking for a fast-paced role in a dynamic environment? Then we want to hear from you!

Service Foods Christchurch is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Butchery Assistant to join our morning shift.

As part of our Butchery team, you will play a crucial role in daily operations, working closely with our skilled butchers to help deliver the finest meat products to our customers.

Position snapshot

• Immediate start
• Permanent, full-time role
• Location: Woolston, Christchurch
• Days: Monday to Saturday

Your primary responsibility is to accurately package and prepare meat products to meet our strict quality and safety standards.

Key tasks include:

• Packing and labelling meat products with precision and care
• Ensuring all products meet food safety and quality requirements
• Operating vac-pack and other equipment to wrap meat
• Preparing and organising orders for timely delivery
• Maintaining a clean and hygienic workspace
• Supporting meat preparation tasks (full training provided)
• Following all Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures
• Assisting with general butchery and operational duties

You'll be working in a temperature-controlled environment, so comfort with chilled or freezer conditions is essential. The role also involves repetitive hand movements and some heavy lifting.

We're looking for someone who thrives in a physical, fast-paced environment and brings:

• Previous experience in meat processing/packing or the wider food industry
• The ability to follow instructions and work well under pressure
• Good physical fitness and ability to lift up to 20kgs
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• A team-focused attitude and strong work ethic
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and transport to get to work
• Willingness to work in cold environment
• Flexibility to take on additional duties as required

Working with us | Mō Service Foods

Service Foods is one of New Zealand's leading foodservice distribution companies, supplying high-quality products and innovative solutions to hospitality and food professionals nationwide.

Our values—creativity, resilience, inclusivity, collaboration, work ethic, and humility—sit at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate the diversity of Aotearoa and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels supported and valued.

Applications will remain open for one month from the date of publishing. However, please note that if we identify a suitable candidate earlier, we may begin screening and interviewing before the closing date.

• NZ citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa
• Successful candidates will complete satisfactory:
  • Employment reference checks
  • Ministry of Justice and ACC checks
  • Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening