Butchery Operations Leader

Pick n Pay Retailers; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Pick n Pay Retailers is seeking a Butchery Manager to lead the Butchery and Fish departments in a PnP Corporate store. You will plan, organize, direct, motivate and provide practical operational support to achieve departmental objectives.

The role requires at least 2 years of supervisory experience and knowledge of meat cuts, production processes and food safety standards. Candidates must thrive in cold, wet conditions and deliver excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ supervisory experience.
• Previous experience in a Butchery and Fish department.
• Knowledge of meat cuts, carcass breakdown, and production processes.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day management of the Butchery and Fish departments.
• Support stock ordering, receiving, merchandising, and product availability.
• Monitor stock levels and assist in reducing shrinkage and wastage.
• Ensure attractive product displays and merchandising standards.
• Prepare and break meat carcasses and produce quality value-added products.
• Operate butchery equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain product quality and production standards.
• Ensure cold chain compliance and proper handling procedures.
• Supervise, motivate, and support team members.
• Assist with staff training and performance management.
• Deliver outstanding customer service and expert product knowledge.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Operations

Quality standards

Problem solving

Cold work conditions

Job description

Pick n Pay Retailers is seeking a Butchery Manager to lead the Butchery and Fish departments in a PnP Corporate store. You will plan, organize, direct, motivate and provide practical operational support to achieve departmental objectives.

The role requires at least 2 years of supervisory experience and knowledge of meat cuts, production processes and food safety standards. Candidates must thrive in cold, wet conditions and deliver excellent customer service.