Halal Butcher

Job Summary

Halal Butcher

Food World Plus

Full-time, Part-time

In-Office | Mississauga, ON, Canada

The Opportunity

Food World Plus is looking for an experienced Halal Butcher to join our grocery store team. The ideal candidate must have previous experience working in a retail grocery or supermarket meat department, with strong knowledge of halal meat preparation and handling

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper halal slaughtering practices comply with supplier and regulatory guidelines.

• Prepare and portion halal meat products according to standards and recipes.

• Maintain sanitation and hygiene of workstations, equipment, and cold storage.

• Follow quality control processes to ensure product weight, labeling, and packaging accuracy.

• Meet daily/weekly production targets while maintaining accuracy and safety.

• Operate cutting tools and butchering equipment safely and efficiently.

• Manage inventory, track stock levels, and flag shortages for replenishment.

• Document and report any deviations, incidents, or non-conformities promptly.

• Follow PPE requirements and maintain personal safety awareness at all times.

• Collaborate with team members to optimize workflow and improve efficiency.

• Participate in ongoing training to enhance halal handling, cut accuracy, and product knowledge.

• Support sales and merchandising activities by providing product knowledge to internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Cut, trim, portion, and prepare halal meat products.

• Prepare custom meat cuts according to customer requests.

• Package, label, price, and display meat products.

• Maintain proper halal handling and separation procedures.

• Ensure meat quality, freshness, and proper product rotation.

• Assist customers with meat selections and special requests.

• Safely operate commercial meat-cutting equipment.

• Maintain clean and sanitary work areas and equipment.

• Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements.

• Maintain clean, attractive, and well-stocked meat displays.

• Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing meat inventory.

• Minimize waste and maintain accurate product handling.

Qualifications

• Previous retail grocery butcher/meat department experience.

• Halal butcher experience is mandatory.

• Strong knowledge of halal meat handling and preparation.

• Skilled in cutting and trimming various meat products.

• Experience with commercial meat-cutting equipment.

• Strong food safety and sanitation knowledge.

• Good customer service and communication skills.

• Reliable, punctual, and professional.

• Able to work in a fast-paced grocery environment.

• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive wage based on experience

• Full-time and part-time opportunities

• Supportive work environment

• Opportunities for growth and advancement