Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Butcher or Smallgoods Maker Rocky Creek Abattoir - Tolga, QLD Full time Salary: $72,000-$80,000 per annum + superannuation Rocky Creek 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 setting

Skills 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 team

Essential requirements
Relevant trade qualification in butchery/meat processing or equivalent industry experience demonstrating the skills required to perform the role

The 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.
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📌 Butcher Or Smallgoods Maker Tolga
🏢 Rocky Creek Abattoir
📍 Tolga