Job Description
Butcher or Smallgoods MakerRocky Creek Abattoir – Tolga, QLDFull-timeSalary: $72,000–$80,000 per annum +superannuationRockyCreek Abattoir is seeking an experienced Butcher or Smallgoods Maker to join our processing team in Tolga, Far North Queensland.
The successful applicant will undertake skilled meat processing duties including boning, trimming, cutting and portioning meat to required specifications while maintaining high standards of food safety, product quality and workplace safety.
Key responsibilities include:
Boning, cutting, trimming and portioning meat
Preparing meat cuts to required production and customer specifications
Using knives, saws and meat processing equipment safely and efficiently
Monitoring meat quality and identifying products that do not meet required specifications
Maintaining portion control and minimising product waste
Packaging and labelling meat products as required
Maintaining high standards of hygiene and sanitation
Complying with HACCP, food safety and quality assurance requirements
Following production procedures and workplace safety requirements
Maintaining a clean and safe processing environmentSkills and experience:
Recent experience in a commercial butchery, abattoir or meat processing workplace
Demonstrated boning, trimming,



cutting and portioning skills
Strong knife-handling skills
Knowledge of meat cuts and product specifications
Understanding of food safety, hygiene and meat handling requirements
Ability to work effectively as part of a production teamEssential requirements:
Relevant trade qualification in butchery/meat processing or equivalent industry experience demonstrating the skills required to perform the roleThe position involves repetitive manual handling, knife work, standing for extended periods and working in a cold processing environment.
Willingness to undertake Q fever vaccination is required.
How to ApplyPlease submit your resume and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience as a Butcher or Smallgoods Maker.
Your cover letter should briefly describe:
your recent experience working in a commercial butchery, abattoir or meat-processing environment;
your experience with boning, trimming, cutting and portioning meat; and
any relevant trade qualifications or other meat-processing experience you hold.
Applications that do not include a cover letter addressing the above may not be considered.
Please submit your application with the subject title "Butcher or Smallgoods Maker" to .

📌 Butcher Or Smallgoods Maker (Queensland)
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 Queensland