Butchery 2IC - FULL TIME

At New World Howick we are proud of our reputation for delivering excellent customer service.  We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and customer focused individual to join our team.  Preference will be given to applicants with high presentation standards, who are highly self-motivated and have excellent communication skills to complement an already efficient and successful team in the Butchery.

The role of the Butchery 2IC is to assist the department manager in maximising sales and achieving profit margins whilst managing expenses, stock levels and the department team so that our customers receive an outstanding shopping experience.

To succeed in this position, you will need the following experience, skills and attributes:

  • Strong relationship builder, team player and problem solver.
  • Strong verbal and written communication.
  • Customer and Food Safety focused.
  • Reliable and have a strong work ethic to demonstrate to other team members.
  • Experience as a qualified Butcher in a similar retail environment.
  • SAP experience would be advantageous.
  • Planning, organisational and time management skills.
  • Maintaining standards and an eye for detail.
  • Reliable, self-motivated and a good team player.
  • Physically fit and healthy.
  • Proven customer service experience.
You can expect to be focused on the following job functions:
  • Breaking, boning, slicing and cutting all carcasses and meat in preparation for sale.
  • Adhering to and leading all Food Safety and Health & Safety requirements.
  • Ensure all meat that is displayed is done so correctly trayed, wrapped and labelled.
  • Assist the Butchery Manager to meet department targets and operational delivery standards.
  • Completing orders of product as necessary.
  • Assist the Butchery Manager in effectively managing the team in the department.
  • Complete all necessary traceability as required.
Hours of work:

 

Tuesday: 5am to 1pm

Wednesday: 5am to 1pm

Thursday: 5am to 1pm

Friday: 5am to 1pm

Saturday: 5am to 1pm

If you are interested and meet the requirements, please apply now!

Please note, we do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply early. 

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand and be a NZ Citizen/Permanent Resident or hold a valid visa.

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Permanent Full Time

Job no: 405201.70178

Location: Howick

Closing Date: Sunday, 1 November 2026

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