Luxury Resort Butcher - Precision Meat Specialist

Ennismore; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

SLS The Red Sea is seeking a skilled Butcher to join its culinary team on the Red Sea coast. You will cut, trim, debone, and portion premium meat, ensuring quality and consistency across outlets.

You will handle deliveries, maintain hygiene, and support a high-end dining program in a fast-paced luxury kitchen. With a minimum of three years in butchery and formal culinary training, you will thrive in a collaborative, safety-focused environment and contribute to exceptional guest experiences at

Qualifications

• Formal culinary training or a Certificate/Diploma from a recognized culinary institution is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant butchery experience, ideally within a hotel, luxury resort, high-end restaurant, or professional food production environment.
• Strong knowledge of meat preparation, butchery techniques, kitchen operations, food safety, and hygiene standards.
• Good knowledge of butchery tools, equipment, and safe handling practices.
• Strong attention to detail with good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and maintain consistent quality in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and work effectively as part of a diverse culinary team.
• Flexible to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays, according to business requirements.
• Passion for food quality, craftsmanship, and delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Responsibilities

• Cut, trim, debone, grind, portion, and prepare a variety of meat products according to established specifications and quality standards.
• Prepare and portion meat products to ensure consistency in quality, size, weight, and presentation across kitchen operations.
• Receive and inspect meat deliveries, ensuring product quality, freshness, temperature, and specification compliance.
• Package, label, store, and rotate meat products correctly to maintain freshness, quality, and food safety.
• Maintain daily mise en place and ensure all required products are prepared and ready for service.
• Maintain clean, organized, and hygienic workstations, tools, and equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
• Follow HACCP, food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and applicable health and safety requirements at all times.
• Monitor product quality and report any food safety concerns, equipment issues, or product discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate product requirements or shortages to the culinary team in a timely manner.
• Minimize food waste through efficient cutting, portioning, trimming, storage, and responsible use of ingredients.
• Support other culinary areas when required, contributing to smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
• Use butchery equipment safely and responsibly, following established operating procedures and training guidelines.
• Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance butchery techniques, product knowledge, and culinary skills.
• Work collaboratively with the Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, and wider culinary team to support seamless service and consistent food quality.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and positive working environment aligned with the values and standards of SLS The Red Sea.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Passion for food quality

Flexibility

Communication

Education

Certificate/Diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

SLS The Red Sea is seeking a skilled Butcher to join its culinary team on the Red Sea coast. You will cut, trim, debone, and portion premium meat, ensuring quality and consistency across outlets.

You will handle deliveries, maintain hygiene, and support a high-end dining program in a fast-paced luxury kitchen. With a minimum of three years in butchery and formal culinary training, you will thrive in a collaborative, safety-focused environment and contribute to exceptional guest experiences at