Full-Time Butchery Assistant — Training Provided

Foodstuffs North Island; Waihi; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Foodstuffs North Island’s New World Waihi is seeking a reliable Butchery Assistant to join our team. You'll learn and grow in a busy department, with full training provided and a focus on quality, safety, and customer service.

Primary duties include preparing meat displays, weighing and labeling, assisting customers, and maintaining cleanliness. The role is permanent full-time with Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday workdays, and benefits for the right person.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Physically fit and able to lift up to 20 kg.
• Previous retail or food handling experience is an advantage.
• Able to work weekends and flexible hours as required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and presenting meat displays to a high standard.
• Assisting customers with friendly, knowledgeable service.
• Wrapping, weighing, and labelling products.
• Maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards in the work area.
• Following all Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures.
• Supporting the butchers with basic preparation tasks.
• Replenishing stock and ensuring the shop is well presented.

Skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Reliability

Customer service

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Weekend availability

Job description

Foodstuffs North Island’s New World Waihi is seeking a reliable Butchery Assistant to join our team. You'll learn and grow in a busy department, with full training provided and a focus on quality, safety, and customer service.

Primary duties include preparing meat displays, weighing and labeling, assisting customers, and maintaining cleanliness. The role is permanent full-time with Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday workdays, and benefits for the right person.