Butcher

Role overview

This is a full-time, on-site butcher position in Abu Dhabi. The selected person will handle the cutting, trimming, and preparation of meat and poultry in line with company standards, customer needs, and food safety rules.

Key duties

Day-to-day work includes receiving and checking products, dividing items into portions, packing them properly, and keeping the work area clean and sanitary. The role also requires correct storage, clear labelling, and coordination with internal teams to understand demand, recommend suitable products, and help keep service running smoothly.

Health, safety, and equipment use

The butcher must follow health and safety procedures at all times, use knives and related tools carefully, and support inventory tracking along with stock rotation practices.

Qualifications

• Practical expertise in butchery and meat handling, including cutting, trimming, deboning, and portioning.
• Working knowledge of food hygiene, sanitation practices, and health and safety compliance.
• Ability to work on location in Abu Dhabi, remain standing for long periods, and operate knives and similar equipment safely.
• Strong attention to detail, dependability, and the discipline to follow standard procedures and quality rules.
• Prior work in a butcher shop, supermarket, or food distribution environment is an advantage.
• Basic numerical ability and record-keeping skills for weighing portions and supporting stock control.