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To prepare and produce products according to specifications/standards and maintain hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards.

Minimum requirements

  • Grade 12 / Matric / Equivalent

  • Must comply with the medical criteria required by the OHS Act for the Butchery.

  • All applicants will be required to successfully complete the appropriate numeracy screening assessments.

Competencies

  • Must be customer minded and a team player.

  • Good communication skills – listen carefully and respond appropriately.

  • Have passion for the product and a sense of urgency.

  • Ability to complete tasks accurately.

  • Develop Self – look for opportunities to grow and develop self.

  • Able to cut / manufacture / produce various meat products e.g. loin chops, roast, etc., (This skill will be tested).

  • Able to work in a cold environment.

  • Be physically able to lift carcasses and containers of meat.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate all Butchery equipment including the Bandsaw

  • Report any defective equipment/utensils to the Butchery Manager

  • Control, merchandise and promote stock according to laid down procedures and standards

  • Prepare and break various meat carcasses according to laid down specifications

  • Deboning all cuts of meat and manufacture mince/produce sausage

  • Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages

  • Check temperatures and monitor/maintain the cold chain

  • Provide the required product or services and handle customers in a courteous and professional manner

  • Maintain a high level of cleanliness and hygiene of butchery related equipment and utensils

  • Assist with the receiving of meat from suppliers

  • Assist with training staff on various new products/lines

  • Assist with Stocktakes.

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

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