Butchery Assistant

Background

CHOPPIES – JOB VACANCY

Responsibilities

• To provide efficient, quality customer retention and service.
• Assist in cutting, trimming, and packaging meat products.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the workspace.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Serve customers, weigh and package meat, and provide advice on preparation and cooking.
• Make sure work areas are kept clean at all times.
• Sharpen and clean knives and operate cutting machinery.
• Display produce in windows or cabinets.
• Maintain cleanliness in the work area, assist with customer service, and ensure proper labelling and display of meat cuts in the store.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Butchery production certification.
• 1–2 years of experience in butchery production.
• Basic knowledge of butchery and food preparation.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Physical fitness and ability to work at heights.
• Candidates should be medically fit.

Skills, Abilities and Requirements

• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to stay calm and focused.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Supervisory skills, including the ability to train employees to use time efficiently and maintain high standards of service delivery.

Additional Requirements

Physical Examination Required: Medical Report and Police Clearance.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter only at this stage.

Closing Date: 22 October 2026

Apply by emailing: careers@choppies.co.zm