Butcher

Join the Legacy of Manhattan Grand Hotel

World of Business Pvt. Ltd. is a Maldivian hospitality and lifestyle company dedicated to redefining urban luxury and creating transformative experiences. With a vision to craft world-class destinations in the Maldives our portfolio is built on innovation authenticity and a deep commitment to service excellence.

Located in the vibrant heart of Hulhumalé City Manhattan Grand Hotel is an upscale urban retreat that blends contemporary elegance with the spirit of Maldivian warmth. The hotel features stylishly designed rooms and suites with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean signature restaurants offering global cuisines and versatile spaces for meetings events and celebrations. As one of Hulhumalés most anticipated hotel openings Manhattan Grand Hotel is set to become the preferred choice for business travelers holidaymakers and city dwellers seeking sophistication comfort and peace of mind.

We are currently seeking a Butcher to join our pre-opening team at Manhattan Grand Hotel. This role is responsible for the preparation portioning and quality control of meat and poultry products ensuring the culinary team is consistently supplied with ingredients of the highest quality and precision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare cut portion and trim meat poultry and other proteins to specification for all hotel kitchens and outlets.
• Inspect incoming meat and poultry deliveries for freshness quality and compliance with Hotel specifications.
• Maintain accurate portion control and minimise wastage through precise cutting and utilisation of by-products.
• Store label and rotate meat products correctly (FIFO) to maintain freshness and reduce spoilage.
• Maintain strict food safety hygiene and sanitation standards in accordance with HACCP principles and Hotel policy.
• Coordinate with the Executive Chef Sous Chef and Purchasing team on daily requirements forecasting and specifications.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper sanitation of the butchery area tools and equipment at all times.
• Ensure safe handling sharpening and maintenance of knives and butchery equipment.
• Support pre-opening kitchen readiness including equipment setup supplier trials and specification standardisation.
• Ensure compliance with the Hotels brand standards health and safety regulations and Standard Operating Procedures.

To excel in this role you should have:

• Minimum 23 years of experience as a Butcher preferably within an upscale or luxury hospitality environment or a commercial butchery/meat processing facility.
• Strong technical knowledge of meat and poultry cutting portioning and quality assessment techniques.
• Sound understanding of food safety hygiene and HACCP compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in the safe use sharpening and maintenance of butchery knives and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail particularly in portion control yield management and waste reduction.
• Good physical stamina with the ability to work in cold storage environments and handle heavy items.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during high-volume production periods.
• Flexibility to work variable hours including early mornings weekends and public holidays particularly during the pre-opening phase.

At Manhattan Grand Hotel we believe that our colleagues are our greatest strength. We are committed to building a workplace that is inspiring supportive and rewarding. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Paid annual leave and public holidays.
• Healthcare benefits and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for professional growth through training and development.
• Career pathways within World of Business Pvt. Ltd.s expanding portfolio.
• Colleague discounts on hotel services dining and stays.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture where your ideas are valued.

If you bring precision discipline and pride in the quality of every cut we invite you to join our pre-opening team. Help us uphold the standard of quality that begins in the kitchen as Manhattan Grand Hotel opens its doors to the world.