Blockman at Pick n Pay Stores Limited

Job Description

• Manages Resources To Ensure Compliance To Standards, Regulations And Set Plans To Achieve Targets/ Deadlines
• 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. 
• 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.
• 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.
• Grade 12
• Must reside close to Pick n Pay Faerie Glen Hypermarket