1st Year Apprentice Butcher

We are looking for a motivated and reliable 1st Year Apprentice Butcher to join our team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to build a long-term career in the meat industry while gaining a nationally recognised qualification. You will learn all aspects of retail butchery from experienced professionals in a supportive and family-oriented environment.

 

About the Role

As an Apprentice Butcher, you will work alongside qualified butchers and experienced team members to learn the skills required to become a trade-qualified butcher.

You will gain hands-on experience in meat preparation, customer service, food safety, product presentation and retail operations while completing your apprenticeship training.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Learn basic meat preparation and cutting techniques

• Assist with preparing products for display and sale

• Support qualified butchers with daily production tasks

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the workplace

• Assist customers and provide friendly customer service

• Learn safe food handling and workplace safety procedures

• Help with stock rotation, packing and merchandising

• Participate in formal apprenticeship training and complete required coursework

• Work as part of a team to ensure smooth daily operations

 

What We're Looking For

• Genuine interest in becoming a qualified butcher

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking

• Good communication and customer service skills

• Ability to follow instructions and work safely

• Physically fit and comfortable working in a refrigerated environment

• Commitment to completing a Certificate III in Meat Processing (Retail Butcher)

 

No previous experience is required. We are looking for someone with the right attitude who is eager to learn and develop a trade.

 

What's on Offer

• Full-time apprenticeship opportunity

• Nationally recognised qualification

• On-the-job training from experienced butchers

• Supportive and family-owned business environment

• Career progression opportunities upon completion of apprenticeship

• Uniforms provided

• Staff discounts on meat products

• On-site parking available

 

Requirements

• Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or eligible to undertake an Australian Apprenticeship

• Ability to work flexible hours, including some weekends if required

• Reliable transport to and from work

If you're looking to start a rewarding trade career and learn from a skilled team, we'd love to hear from you.