Qualified Butcher or Experienced Knife Hand

Qualified Butcher or Experienced Knife Hand

PAK'nSAVE Gisborne | Permanent Full-Time Position (Guaranteed minimum 40 hours per week) | $27 - $30 per hour

Are you passionate about delivering quality products and exceptional customer service? Do you take pride in your craftsmanship and enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment?

PAK'nSAVE Gisborne is looking for a Qualified Butcher or Experienced Knife Hand to join our busy Butchery team. This is an excellent opportunity to further your career with a locally owned business that values hard work, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing and cutting meat to departmental and customer specifications.
• Maintaining high standards of quality, presentation, and food safety.
• Providing friendly, knowledgeable customer service.
• Assisting with stock management and product replenishment.
• Keeping the work area clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety requirements.
• Working collaboratively with the team to ensure a consistently excellent shopping experienWhat We're Looking For

• Qualified butcher, or at least 6 months' experience working as a knife hand in a commercial meat processing or retail butchery environment.
• Sound knowledge of meat preparation, cutting techniques, and handling practices.
• A strong commitment to quality and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow.

What's In It For You?

• Competitive pay starting from $27.00 - $30.00 per hour, with opportunities for progression based on skills and performance.
• Ongoing training and development.
• A supportive and friendly team culture.
• Career development opportunities within one of New Zealand's leading supermarket groups.
• The chance to be part of a business that values its people and its community.

If you're ready to bring your skills, passion, and experience to a dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you.

To be considered for this role, please submit your application using the Apply button on the platform where this vacancy is advertised.

For further information about the role, please email cail.smith@foodstuffs.co.nz

If the Apply function is unavailable or unsuitable, you may alternatively submit your CV and cover letter directly to cail.smith@foodstuffs.co.nz

Applications close Saturday, 7 November 2026.

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