Butcher

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled and dependable Butcher to join our restaurant kitchen team. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in precision, maintains high food safety standards, and is committed to delivering expertly prepared meat cuts that support an outstanding dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and store meat deliveries according to food safety standards.
• Cut, trim, debone, portion, and prepare meat for kitchen use.
• Ensure consistent portion sizes to support quality and cost control.
• Maintain freshness by following proper storage, labeling, and stock rotation procedures.
• Operate and maintain knives, cutting equipment, and meat processing tools safely.
• Monitor inventory levels and report stock shortages promptly.
• Remove waste appropriately and keep preparation areas clean and sanitized.
• Follow food hygiene, health, and workplace safety regulations at all times.
• Work closely with chefs and kitchen staff to meet daily production requirements.
• Assist with stock counts and inventory management when required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a butcher in a restaurant, commercial kitchen, supermarket, or meat processing environment.
• Strong knowledge of meat cuts, trimming techniques, and portion control.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and safe handling practices.
• Ability to use butchery equipment safely and efficiently.
• Excellent knife handling and meat preparation skills.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and handle heavy products.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Dependable, disciplined, and able to work effectively within a team.