Butchery Supervisor

Job Advert Summary

Henwil Chickens is looking for an individual to fill the position of Butchery Supervisor. The individual should have knowledge of the meat preparation techniques and cuts as well as excellent customer service skills.

Please note, if you have not been invited for an interview, kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Henwil Chickens reserves the right not to fill the position.

Please include a short CV, ID Copy and relevant qualifications in your application.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 is essential.

• Knowledge of meat preparation techniques and cuts

• Relevant experience in a butchery environment will be an advantage

• Relevant tertiary qualification will be an advantage

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to perform under pressure

• Characteristics such as integrity, honesty and reliability

Duties and Responsibilities

• Stock management, oversee stock control, stock rotation, ordering supplies, and ensuring the department is well-stocked.

• Ensure that all operation within the butchery complies with Health and Safety regulations.

• Maintain clean and tidy butchery area & meat display fridge, ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene policies.

• Maintain good personal hygiene while working/preparing meat and meat related items.

• Manage the day-to-day cleaning of the production areas, fridges, freezers and chiller.

• Correct weighing and pricing of the products.

• Operating the pricing scale and price meat products.

• Ensure that all meat that has been cut or processed is fresh and well packed.

• Assist in receiving merchandise meant for the butchery.

• Merchandising of retail meat cuts.

• Pack meat into retail or bulk packaging for further sales.

• Pleasantly deal with customers to ensure satisfaction and assist all customers with their requirements.

• Assist customers with product selection and offer expert advice when needed.

• Manage and work towards targets; and minimise wastage on products and packaging.

• Ensure optimal sales, marketing and customer service.

• Partake in stock takes as required.

• Manage the butchery staff, ensuring efficient workflow and high morale.