About this role
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the team with the daily operation of the Butchery section.
- Carry out the preparation, trimming, cutting, portioning, and handling of meat, poultry, and other butchery products according to established standards.
- Ensure all products are prepared according to required specifications, portion sizes, and quality standards.
- Prepare mise en place for daily kitchen, à la carte, buffet, banquet, and special event requirements.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, labeling, and temperature control of all meat and poultry products.
- Follow FIFO procedures and monitor the freshness and quality of products.
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and organization within the Butchery section.
- Follow HACCP, food safety, and sanitation procedures at all times.
- Ensure knives, machinery, and butchery equipment are operated safely and correctly.
- Minimize product wastage through proper trimming, portioning, and storage practices.
Requirements
Candidate Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar butchery or culinary position, preferably within a 5-star luxury hotel or high-end restaurant.
- Previous experience in a dedicated Butchery section is required.
- Good knowledge of meat and poultry preparation, trimming, cutting, portioning, and storage.
- Knowledge of different cuts of meat and appropriate preparation methods.
- Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
- Ability to use knives and butchery equipment safely and efficiently.
- Good attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Good teamwork and communication skills.
- Culinary qualification or relevant professional training is preferred.
- Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.