Butchery Counter Specialist - Fresh Cuts and Service

Papenfus Retail Consultants CC; Upington; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Papenfus Retail Consultants CC in Upington is seeking a friendly, efficient Butchery Counterhand to provide high-quality service at the counter. You will prepare, weigh, wrap, and display meat products, while ensuring accurate labeling and compliance with cold chain requirements.

The role requires adherence to hygiene and HACCP standards, stock rotation, and teamwork to meet daily targets. You will assist customers with product knowledge and cooking ideas, contributing to a safe, attractive and

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric (NQF Level 4) or equivalent level of literacy and numeracy required.
• Previous work experience in a butchery environment.
• Experience providing customer service, handling requests and resolving queries professionally.
• Ability to safely handle meat products and operate butchery tools.
• Capable of working in a cold environment and performing physically demanding tasks.
• Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• Currently residing in the Upington area.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers politely at the butchery counter.
• Serve customers, weigh and package products as requested.
• Provide product information, prices, and cooking suggestions.
• Promote daily specials and value-added products.
• Handle customer queries courteously and escalate when needed.
• Prepare and pack meat products according to store standards.
• Maintain attractive product displays and accurate labeling.
• Rotate stock and follow FIFO principles.
• Ensure cold chain integrity is maintained during handling.
• Refill counters and shelves to ensure product availability.
• Adhere to hygiene, HACCP and food safety procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Meat handling

Communication

Education

Grade 12 / Matric (NQF Level 4)

Job description

Papenfus Retail Consultants CC in Upington is seeking a friendly, efficient Butchery Counterhand to provide high-quality service at the counter. You will prepare, weigh, wrap, and display meat products, while ensuring accurate labeling and compliance with cold chain requirements.

The role requires adherence to hygiene and HACCP standards, stock rotation, and teamwork to meet daily targets. You will assist customers with product knowledge and cooking ideas, contributing to a safe, attractive and