Butchery Assistant Manager
Accredited Employer · Birkenhead, Auckland · Full-time
Salary: $25/hr
Job description
When your trade experience is backed by real skills and a proven work history, it can open the door to greater responsibility. This opportunity in New Zealand is aimed at experienced Butchers who have built their skills through genuine hands-on work and are ready to bring that experience into a role with increased responsibility. You will support the Butchery Manager while helping maintain the quality, efficiency, and service standards of the department. The role suits a dependable trade professional who takes pride in their work, understands the importance of consistent standards, and is prepared to contribute beyond individual cutting and preparation tasks.
Key responsibilities
- Support the smooth daily operation of the butchery department
- Carry out professional meat cutting, preparation, carcass breakdown, and packing
- Apply strong knowledge of meat cuts to maintain product quality and presentation
- Assist with guiding and supporting other team members
- Contribute to staff training and daily workflow coordination
- Assist with stock control, ordering, rotation, and wastage reduction
- Maintain food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety requirements
- Deliver knowledgeable and professional customer service
- Help maintain an organised, productive, and clean department
- Work with the Butchery Manager to address operational requirements
- Take responsibility for maintaining consistent standards throughout daily operations
Requirements
- Proven professional experience as a Butcher
- Strong practical knowledge of meat cuts and preparation
- Demonstrated carcass breakdown and knife-handling skills
- Ability to provide credible evidence of previous butchery employment
- Previous experience supporting or supervising team members is advantageous
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Reliable and consistent approach to attendance and work responsibilities
- Ability to work efficiently while maintaining quality standards
- Strong understanding of food safety and workplace safety
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment
- Willingness to work Tuesday to Saturday
- Ability to meet the requirements of the relevant sponsorship pathway
Visa sponsorship: Accredited Employer Sponsorship provided.
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