Butchery Manager: Lead Operations, Maximize Margins

Local Manager ButcheryApplylocations: Waterglen - Gautengtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: June 1, 2026 (9 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR105550It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!Are you a commercially driven Butchery professional with strong leadership capability and hands-on technical expertise? We are looking for a Butchery Manager who can maximise gross margins and profitability through exceptional operational standards, strict expense control, minimise shrinkage, and provide superior customer service. This role requires a balance of strategic thinking and technical skill, from managing budgets and shrinkage to breaking carcasses and producing high-quality value-added products. Minimum Requirements: Minimum 2 years' experience in a supervisory rolePrevious experience in Butchery and Fish departmentsSound knowledge of meat cuts, carcass breakdown, and production processesStrong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards Competencies: Strong passion for product quality and operational excellenceProven management and supervisory experienceStrong problem-solving and decision-making abilityAssertive, calm, and confident leadership styleSolid administrative and organisational skillsAbility to work in cold and wet conditions Key Responsibilities: Commercial & Financial Management Maximise gross margins and departmental profitabilityControl budgets (expenses, turnover, growth targets) and implement corrective action where requiredMonitor and reduce wastage, shrinkage and damagesAnalyse sales performance and identify growth opportunitiesPlan and implement sales promotions to drive volume and margin Stock & Production Management Order and control stock levels to ensure availability without overstockingPlan daily and weekly production schedulesAssist with receiving meat and ensure accurate stock handlingControl, merchandise and promote stock according to company standardsMonitor temperature controls and maintain the cold chain Technical & Operational Execution Prepare and break various meat carcasses and prepare fish lines to specificationOperate all butchery equipment including bandsaw, wrapping machine, vacuum machine, scales, mincing machine and boerewors fillerMaintain hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standardsEnsure cleanliness of all butchery equipment and utensils Leadership & People Management Manage and lead employees to ensure efficient department operationsDrive performance, productivity, and accountabilityConduct ongoing training and development of team membersFoster a culture of teamwork, urgency, and excellence Customer Service Excellence Deliver high service levels to maximise customer satisfactionProvide product expertise and handle customers courteously and professionallyEnsure attractive merchandising and presentation standards Closing Date: 31 May 2026