Butchery Manager

picknpay; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Pick n Pay is seeking a Butchery Manager to lead the department, ensuring product quality, superior customer experience, and profitability. The role emphasizes fresh strategy alignment, innovation, and team development in a dynamic retail environment.

You will manage cutting, packing, merchandising, and stock control while upholding food safety standards and driving sustainable practices. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric / NQF 4 is required.
• 3 years butchery experience with at least 1 year in supervisory role.
• Ability to operate butchery equipment and follow safe work procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional service with product knowledge and personalised recommendations.
• Ensure efficient cutting, packing and merchandising with minimal waste and strong stock rotation.
• Drive Fresh strategy alignment, sustainability, and data-informed improvements.

Skills

Butchery expertise

Customer service

Leadership & coaching

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Grade 12 / Matric / NQF 4

Tools

Butchery equipment

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

The Butchery Manager leads the butchery department to deliver excellence in product quality, customer experience, and profitability. This role is pivotal in driving Pick n Pay’s Fresh strategy, ensuring that the butchery is not only operationally sound but also innovative, customer-focused, and aligned with evolving consumer trends.

Minimum requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric / NQF 4
• 3 years Butchery experience with at least 1 year in supervisory role

Competencies

• Skilled in cutting, manufacturing, and merchandising butchery products.
• Proficient in operating butchery equipment and applying safe work procedures.
• Strong customer service orientation with a passion for Fresh products.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new information, trends, and technologies.
• High energy levels, resilience, and a growth mindset.
• Good communication skills.

Key responsibilities

Customer-Centric Leadership

• Deliver exceptional service by engaging customers with product knowledge and personalised recommendations.
• Champion a culture of hospitality and Fresh-first thinking in every interaction.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure efficient cutting, packing, and merchandising of products with minimal waste.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and health standards.
• Optimise stock rotation, ordering, and gross profit management.

Innovation & Fresh Strategy Alignment

• Introduce new product ranges and value-added offerings that reflect customer trends (e.g., plant-forward options, convenience packs).
• Drive sustainability initiatives such as reducing food waste and supporting ethical sourcing.
• Leverage technology and data insights to improve efficiency and customer engagement.

Team Development

• Lead, coach, and inspire the butchery team to embrace continuous learning and innovation.
• Build a high-performance culture that values accountability, collaboration, and adaptability.
• Provide regular feedback and foster career growth opportunities.

Sales & Profitability

• Implement cutting plans and block test margins to maximize profitability.
• Monitor sales trends and adjust strategies to meet and exceed budget targets.
• Drive promotional activities that highlight Fresh products and seasonal offering

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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