Position: Butcher

Employer: L.P. HAUFF PTY LTD (ABN 30 074 105 169)

Location: Sunnybank QLD 4109

Employment type: Full-time, permanent

Remuneration: $75,000 – $85,000 per annum, exclusive of superannuation, plus compulsory superannuation and any applicable penalty rates, overtime and allowances

Applicable award: Meat Industry Award 2020 [MA000059].

About the employer

L.P. HAUFF PTY LTD (ABN 30 074 105 169) is a family-owned butcher shop located in the Market Square Shopping Centre on Mains Road in Sunnybank, Queensland. Since 1996, built a strong reputation for high-quality meats and exceptional customer service. Offer a wide selection of fresh, premium cuts, and skilled butchers are always ready to provide expert advice to ensure you get exactly what you need for any meal or occasion.

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and reliable butcher to join our workshop on a full-time, ongoing basis. Working in our retail butcher shop and meat preparation environment, the successful applicant will be responsible for selecting, cutting, trimming, preparing and presenting meat products for sale. The role involves applying sound knowledge of meat cuts and preparation methods while maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and workplace safety.

Key duties and responsibilities

- Select, inspect and prepare meat products for sale, ensuring quality and freshness.
- Break down carcasses and meat into appropriate primal and sub-primal cuts.
- Bone, trim and cut meat according to customer requirements and retail specifications.
- Remove bones, excess fat and unwanted tissue and prepare meat for display or sale.
- Portion and prepare meat products into appropriate sizes and forms for retail sale.
- Prepare value-added meat products, including seasoned, marinated or crumbed products as required.
- Operate knives, slicers, grinders and other meat-processing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Weigh, package, label and arrange meat products for retail display and sale.
- Maintain clean and hygienic meat preparation,



storage and display areas.
- Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures at all times.
- Assist with stock rotation, product quality checks and appropriate storage of meat products.
- Assist customers with general enquiries regarding meat cuts and their suitability where required.
- Support the day-to-day operations of the butcher shop as required.

Skills and experience required

- AQF Certificate III or AQF Certificate IV in Butchery, Meat Processing, or a related field, or an equivalent relevant qualification, is an advantage.
- Minimum 1 year of relevant experience as a Butcher, Skilled Meat Worker, Boner, Slicer or in a closely related meat preparation role.
- Demonstrated practical knife skills and sound knowledge of meat cuts and preparation techniques.
- Experience in a commercial butcher shop, retail meat business or meat processing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to cut, bone, trim and prepare meat for retail sale.
- Experience operating knives and relevant meat-processing equipment.
- Understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
- Ability to work effectively in a physically demanding environment.
- Good attention to product quality, presentation and cleanliness.
- Reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a small team.

Hours and remuneration

This is a full-time, permanent position with overtime available. The remuneration for the role is $75,000–$85,000 per annum, exclusive of superannuation, together with compulsory superannuation and any applicable penalty rates, overtime and allowances payable under the Meat Industry Award 2020 [MA000059].

How to apply

Applicants who are Australian citizens or permanent residents, and who hold the right to work in Australia, are encouraged to apply. To apply, please submit your current resume together with a brief covering letter outlining your relevant butcher experience. Applications may be lodged through this advertising platform.

Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Advantages

- Salary packaging

Work Location: In person

📌 Butcher (Sunnybank)
🏢 L.P. HAUFF
📍 Sunnybank