Butcher

EXPERIENCED BUTCHER REQUIRED 

 

(Full-time – Permanent)

 

ANZSCO 351211

 

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic person to join the Butchery Department in our friendly community Supermarket in Cromwell, Central Otago.  Please note that this position is only open to applicants currently living in New Zealand. 

 

Overview of duties/responsibilities:

 

• Receive, inspect, and store meat upon delivery maintaining the cold chain.
• Store meats in chillers or freezers at the required temperature
• Cut, bone, or grind meat into various cuts
• Weigh, wrap, and display cuts of meat
• Be familiar with the safe handling of tools and cutting equipment 
• Cut or prepare meats to specification or customers' orders
• Presentation of various products in display cabinets
• Clean equipment and work areas to maintain food safety standards
• Manage stock rotation
• Maintain and adhere to workplace safety standards

 

Experience and requirements:

 

• A recognised butcher qualification and/or butchery 3 years’ experience
• Proven track record and a passion for quality
• Familiar with standards, concepts, practices and procedures within a butchery
• Understands food safety standards
• Applicant must be able to work within a team environment
• Demonstrate sound work ethics

 

This is a 40-hour per week position.  Work days would be Tuesday to Saturday with Sunday and Mondays off.   

 

This is an ANZSCO 351211 position with a pay rate of $33 - $35 per hour paid weekly.   

 

If you have what we are looking for and are ready to take on an exciting new challenge, please submit your CV and covering letter to: 

 

The Human Resources Manager at linda.germishuys@newworld-si.co.nz

 

or  PH:  03-4451577

 

Position will close at the close of business on the 18/01/2026.