Butchery Assistant

New World Waimate

Love great food and great customer service? Join our friendly team and be part of a Butchery Department that takes pride in quality, teamwork, and presentation.

We're looking for a reliable and enthusiastic team member to support our Butchery Manager. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and delivering high standards.

About the role:

• Support the Butchery Manager in daily operations

• Prepare, pack, label, and present meat products to a high standard

• Maintain excellent cleaning standards and product presentation

• Ensure food safety and health and safety requirements are met

• Help achieve department targets and minimise waste

• Some heavy lifting required 

• Drive efficiency and have strong time management skills

• Up to 40 hours per week including one weekend day

About you:

• Passion for food and customer service

• Reliable, hardworking, and a team player

• Good communication skills

• Qualified butcher preferred (not essential)

• Supermarket or butchery experience advantageous

What we offer:

• Supportive team environment

• Opportunity to grow and develop your skills

• Stable, ongoing employment

Apply now and become part of a team that values quality, service, and people.

Cover letter and CV to:

Glenn Pierson, Waimate New World

Via email application to glenn.pierson@newworld-si.co.nz.

All Applicants must be either a New Zealand resident or hold a valid working visa.

Applications close Friday the 8 May 2026 (Applications may close if the ideal applicant is found earlier than date stated.)