It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
Do you have a passion for butchery and a talent for crafting perfect cuts of meat? Can you prepare and break various meat carcasses, de-boning all cuts of meat, manufacture mince, and produce sausage and boerewors?We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Blockman to join our team and ensure our customers receive the best, freshly prepared cuts every time!
Why Work with Us?
Competitive Pay: Receive a competitive salary with additional benefits.
Career Development: We provide training and growth opportunities to help you take the next step in your career.
Minimum requirements
Experience as a Blockman or in a similar role within in butchery or food industry
Able to cut / manufacture / produce various meat products e.g., loin chops, roast, etc., (This skill will be tested).
Strong communication and customer service skills
Ability to work efficiently and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety
Able to work in a cold environment.
Be physically able to lift carcasses and containers of meat
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.
De-boning all cuts of meat and Manufacture Mince / Produce Sausage and Boerewors.
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 businesslike 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.
Ready to Bring Your Expertise to Our Team?
If you have a passion for the art of butchery and want to work in an environment that values quality and precision, we want to hear from you!
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Discover who we are
Skills Required
- Experience as a Blockman or in a similar role within in butchery or food industry
- Able to cut/manufacture/produce various meat products
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work efficiently and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety
- Able to work in a cold environment
- Be physically able to lift carcasses and containers of meat
What We Do
Pick n Pay is a major South African retail group operating in the fast-moving consumer goods industry, offering a wide range of products including groceries, clothing, and liquor through various store formats and an online platform.
