Carcass Breakdown and Processing: Break down pork carcasses into primals and retail cuts. Perform deboning trimming and portioning of meat. Ensure correct cutting techniques to maximise yield. Produce consistent high-quality cuts according to specifications.
Yield and Waste Control: Minimise trimming losses and unnecessary waste. Work accurately to improve overall carcass yield. Identify and report inefficiencies in cutting processes.
Quality Control: Ensure all meat products meet company and customer standards. Maintain clean cuts with good presentation. Ensure correct portion sizes and product consistency.
Hygiene and Food Safety: Follow strict hygiene and sanitation procedures. Comply with all food safety standards (HACCP principles). Maintain a clean and organised workstation. Ensure proper handling and storage of meat products.
Production Efficiency: Work efficiently to meet daily production targets. Maintain a steady pace without compromising quality. Assist in improving workflow and reducing bottlenecks.
Equipment Handling: Use knives saws and other equipment safely and correctly. Maintain sharp tools and report faulty equipment. Follow all safety procedures on the production floor.
Teamwork: Work closely with production team and supervisors. Assist with training junior staff where required. Maintain a positive and professional attitude.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
- Proven experience as a butcher (minimum 2 years preferred).
- Experience in pork processing and deboning is highly advantageous.
Preferred Skills:
- Strong knife skills and cutting techniques.
- Knowledge of meat cuts and carcass breakdown.
- Understanding of yield and waste control.
- Ability to work in a cold environment.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet targets.
- Excellent communications skills.
- Personal Attributes.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Strong work ethic.
- Attention to detail.
- Physically fit and able to stand for long periods.
Required Skills:
Minimum Requirements: Proven experience as a butcher (minimum 2 years preferred). Experience in pork processing and deboning is highly advantageous. Preferred Skills: Strong knife skills and cutting techniques. Knowledge of meat cuts and carcass breakdown. Understanding of yield and waste control. Ability to work in a cold environment. Ability to work under pressure and meet targets. Excellent communications skills. Personal Attributes. Reliable and punctual. Strong work ethic. Attention to detail. Physically fit and able to stand for long periods.
Required Education:
Gr.12
Carcass Breakdown and Processing: Break down pork carcasses into primals and retail cuts. Perform deboning trimming and portioning of meat. Ensure correct cutting techniques to maximise yield. Produce consistent high-quality cuts according to specifications.Yield and Waste Control: Minimise trim...
Carcass Breakdown and Processing: Break down pork carcasses into primals and retail cuts. Perform deboning trimming and portioning of meat. Ensure correct cutting techniques to maximise yield. Produce consistent high-quality cuts according to specifications.
Yield and Waste Control: Minimise trimming losses and unnecessary waste. Work accurately to improve overall carcass yield. Identify and report inefficiencies in cutting processes.
Quality Control: Ensure all meat products meet company and customer standards. Maintain clean cuts with good presentation. Ensure correct portion sizes and product consistency.
Hygiene and Food Safety: Follow strict hygiene and sanitation procedures. Comply with all food safety standards (HACCP principles). Maintain a clean and organised workstation. Ensure proper handling and storage of meat products.
Production Efficiency: Work efficiently to meet daily production targets. Maintain a steady pace without compromising quality. Assist in improving workflow and reducing bottlenecks.
Equipment Handling: Use knives saws and other equipment safely and correctly. Maintain sharp tools and report faulty equipment. Follow all safety procedures on the production floor.
Teamwork: Work closely with production team and supervisors. Assist with training junior staff where required. Maintain a positive and professional attitude.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
- Proven experience as a butcher (minimum 2 years preferred).
- Experience in pork processing and deboning is highly advantageous.
Preferred Skills:
- Strong knife skills and cutting techniques.
- Knowledge of meat cuts and carcass breakdown.
- Understanding of yield and waste control.
- Ability to work in a cold environment.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet targets.
- Excellent communications skills.
- Personal Attributes.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Strong work ethic.
- Attention to detail.
- Physically fit and able to stand for long periods.
Required Skills:
Minimum Requirements: Proven experience as a butcher (minimum 2 years preferred). Experience in pork processing and deboning is highly advantageous. Preferred Skills: Strong knife skills and cutting techniques. Knowledge of meat cuts and carcass breakdown. Understanding of yield and waste control. Ability to work in a cold environment. Ability to work under pressure and meet targets. Excellent communications skills. Personal Attributes. Reliable and punctual. Strong work ethic. Attention to detail. Physically fit and able to stand for long periods.
Required Education:
Gr.12
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