About the Business
Darwich Halal Butchery Pty Ltd is a well-established halal butcher shop located in the heart of Lakemba, NSW. We proudly serve our diverse community by providing high-quality, fresh, and ethically sourced meat products. At Darwich Butchery, we are committed to providing 100% halal-certified meats, ensuring that all our products comply with strict Islamic dietary laws. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Butcher to join our dedicated team.
About the Role
This is a hands-on, skilled role involving halal meat processing and retail preparation. The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment and maintain high standards of workmanship, hygiene, and halal compliance.
Key Responsibilities
* Cutting, trimming, deboning, mincing, grinding, and preparing halal meat for retail sale in accordance with customer requirements and business standards.
* Preparing marinated, seasoned, crumbed, and specialty cuts of meat for display and sale.
* Producing smallgoods including sausages, cured meats, and value-added meat products using appropriate techniques and recipes.
* Operating meat processing machinery such as grinders, mincers, mixers, tenderisers, sausage fillers, smoking chambers, and cooking equipment safely and efficiently.
* Ensuring strict compliance with halal meat handling procedures at all stages of preparation and processing.
* Ensuring compliance with halal dhabihah principles during the preparation, processing, and handling of meat products in accordance with Islamic and food safety standards. Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, HACCP, and WH&S compliance in line with regulatory and business requirements.
* Advising customers on suitable meat cuts, preparation methods, cooking techniques, and product usage.
* Assisting with stock control, rotation, waste minimisation, and maintaining quality of displayed products.
* Supporting daily setup and pack-down of meat displays and ensuring cleanliness of work areas and equipment.
* Working collaboratively with team members while also performing duties independently under minimal supervision.
Essential Requirements
● Proven experience as a Butcher in a retail or wholesale environment.
● Strong practical skills in meat cutting, trimming, boning, and portioning.
● Must be knowledgeable and experienced in halal butchery, specifically dhabihah
practices.
● Understanding of Australian food safety and hygiene regulations.
● Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail.
● Good communication and customer service skills.
● Physically fit and able to handle the demands of the role.
Why Join Us?
● Competitive salary package: $75,000 – $85,000
● Supportive and culturally diverse workplace
● Opportunity for long-term employment and career growth
● Work with a team committed to quality, integrity, and community service
How to Apply?
If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about working in a reputable halal butchery, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume to or apply in person at Darwich Butchery, Lakemba NSW.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person