Posted 5 months ago
Blockman
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Butchery worker at Pick n Pay responsible for preparing and producing meat products according to specifications, operating butchery equipment, and maintaining hygiene and safety standards.
About this role
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
To prepare and produce products according to specifications/standards and maintain hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards.Minimum requirements
Grade 12 / Matric / Equivalent
Must comply with the medical criteria required by the OHS Act for the Butchery.
All applicants will be required to successfully complete the appropriate numeracy screening assessments.
Competencies
Must be customer minded and a team player.
Good communication skills – listen carefully and respond appropriately.
Have passion for the product and a sense of urgency.
Ability to complete tasks accurately.
Develop Self – look for opportunities to grow and develop self.
Able to cut / manufacture / produce various meat products e.g. loin chops, roast, etc., (This skill will be tested).
Able to work in a cold environment.
Be physically able to lift carcasses and containers of meat.
Key Responsibilities
Operate all Butchery equipment including the Bandsaw
Report any defective equipment/utensils to the Butchery Manager
Control, merchandise and promote stock according to laid down procedures and standards
Prepare and break various meat carcasses according to laid down specifications
Deboning all cuts of meat and manufacture mince/produce sausage
Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages
Check temperatures and monitor/maintain the cold chain
Provide the required product or services and handle customers in a courteous and professional manner
Maintain a high level of cleanliness and hygiene of butchery related equipment and utensils
Assist with the receiving of meat from suppliers
Assist with training staff on various new products/lines
Assist with Stocktakes.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
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