Butchery Manager (Northern Region)

About the role

Pick n Pay is hiring a Butchery Manager, based in Northern Region. The Butchery Manager is responsible for the leadership and supervision of the Butchery department within a PnP Corporate store. This function includes the planning, organizing, directing, motivating, controlling and providing practical operational support in the running of the Butchery in order to achieve the Butchery Division and the Pick n Pay’s objectives.

Responsibilities

• Operations & Stock Control
• Assist with the day-to-day management of the Butchery and Fish departments
• Support stock ordering, receiving, merchandising, and product availability
• Monitor stock levels and assist in reducing shrinkage and wastage
• Ensure attractive product displays and merchandising standards
• Production & Technical Execution
• Prepare and break meat carcasses and produce quality value-added products
• Operate butchery equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain product quality and production standards
• Ensure cold chain compliance and proper handling procedures
• Hygiene & Food Safety
• Maintain strict hygiene, housekeeping, and food safety standards
• Ensure all equipment and work areas remain clean and compliant
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times
• Team Leadership & Customer Service
• Supervise, motivate, and support team members
• Assist with staff training and performance management
• Deliver outstanding customer service and expert product knowledge
• Build a culture of teamwork, urgency, and operational excellence

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ supervisory experience
• Previous experience in a Butchery and Fish department
• Knowledge of meat cuts, carcass breakdown, and production processes
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
• Competencies
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills
• Good operational and organisational ability
• Strong attention to quality and hygiene standards
• Problem-solving and decision-making capability
• Ability to work in cold and wet conditions