Butchery Manager

A well-established organization in Port Elizabeth is seeking a Butchery Manager to join their team. Salary is market relatedPLEASE NOTE:Should you apply for this vacancy and your skills and experience DO NOT match the inherent REQUIREMENTS of this position, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE IMMEDIATELY DELETED. Please ensure that you READ and understand this advertised position BEFORE sending your CV to us, or otherwise you will just be wasting YOUR time and ours.Qualifications and Experience:Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Butchery & Production within the retail environmentHave previous experience in a processing plant/abattoirA Tertiary Qualification will be an advantageHave excellent communication, problem-solving & interpersonal skillsHave a valid Matric CertificateBe accurate & have attention to detailBe customer orientated & assertiveBe bilingualKey Performance Areas:Estimate requirements and order meat supplies, negotiate with representatives from supply companies to determine order details.Receive, inspect, record and store meat upon delivery, to ensure meat quality and safetyWrap, weigh, label, and price cuts of meatPrepare and place meat cuts and products in display counter, so they will appear attractive and catch the shopper’s eye.Prepare special cuts of meat ordered by customersSupervise other butchers or meat cutters and schedule work activities, rotes and holidays in consultation with management, ensuring butchery opening times are maintained and fully staffed. Also offer on-the-job training and coaching to junior butchers and motivate and develop your team including setting objectives & strategies.Add up sales, and on occasion, collect money from customers.Ensure that all food hygiene and safety standards are met and keep up to date with industry standardsIn consultation with senior management from time to time as agreed and appropriate run special offers, customer loyalty schemes and similar.Inspect equipment regularly to ensure it is in good working order and safe to use