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Butcher

Melbourne, Australia
$80,000/yr
Full-time
Permanent

The Opportunity

A well-established meat and poultry business is seeking an experienced and motivated Full-Time Butcher to join its team in Victoria.

This role is suited to a skilled butcher with strong knife skills, carcass breakdown experience and knowledge of meat preparation and food safety. You will be responsible for producing high-quality meat products for retail customers while maintaining excellent hygiene, quality and workplace safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Break down a range of meat carcasses
  • Prepare sausages and other value-added meat products
  • Cut, trim, grind and prepare meat for retail sale
  • Prepare and present meat to a high-quality gourmet retail standard
  • Operate slicers and meat-processing machinery
  • Season, smoke and marinate meat products as required
  • Weigh, package, price and display meat products
  • Maintain attractive and accurate product displays and signage
  • Clean and maintain knives, tools, machinery and work areas
  • Complete quality inspections of meat and finished products
  • Maintain inventory and stock records
  • Monitor customer orders and prepare products according to requirements
  • Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace safety procedures
  • Assist with stock control, records and inventory management

Requirements & Eligibility

  • Certificate III in Meat Processing or a relevant qualification
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant butchery experience
  • Strong carcass breakdown and knife-handling skills
  • Experience preparing meat products for retail sale
  • Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
  • Experience operating slicers and meat-processing equipment
  • Understanding of workplace health and safety requirements
  • Experience with inventory and stock control
  • Ability to accurately prepare and fulfil customer orders
  • Ability to work effectively in a busy retail meat environment
  • Strong attention to product quality and presentation

Special Instructions

Sponsorship Available

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please follow these instructions carefully:

  • Send your CV directly to apply@talynx.com.au.
  • Ensure your CV includes all relevant professional information.
  • Subject Line: Please mention the position you are applying for (Butcher) in the email subject.
  • Include at least two professional work references on your CV.
  • Attach copies of your skills assessment and trade certificates if available.
  • Attach a clear copy of your passport.

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Posted on September 10, 2026
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