Company: Pick n Pay
Location: South Africa
Closing Date: 10 February 2026
Do you have a passion for butchery and a talent for crafting perfect cuts of meat? Can you prepare and break various meat carcasses, de-boning all cuts of meat, manufacture mince, and produce sausage and boerewors?
We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Blockman to join our team and ensure our customers receive the best, freshly prepared cuts every time!
Why Work with Us?
- Competitive Pay: Receive a competitive salary with additional benefits.
- Career Development: We provide training and growth opportunities to help you take the next step in your career.
Minimum requirements
- Experience as a Blockman or in a similar role within in butchery or food industry
- Able to cut / manufacture / produce various meat products e.g., loin chops, roast, etc., (This skill will be tested).
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work efficiently and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety
- Able to work in a cold environment.
- Be physically able to lift carcasses and containers of meat
- Operate all Butchery Equipment including the Bandsaw.
- Report any defective equipment/utensils to the Butchery Manager.
- Control, Merchandise and Promote stock according to laid down procedures and standards.
- Prepare and break various meat carcasses according to laid down specifications.
- De-boning all cuts of meat and Manufacture Mince / Produce Sausage and Boerewors.
- Prevent wastage / shrinkage / damages.
- Check temperatures and monitor/maintain the cold chain.
- Provide the required product or services and handle customers in a courteous and businesslike manner.
Maintain a high level of cleanliness and hygiene of butchery-related equipment and utensils.
Assist with the receiving of meat from suppliers.
Assist with training staff on various new products / lines.
