Butcher Assistant / Chef - Hagen's Organics

Description:

We are seeking enthusiastic, and self motivated individual with knife skills to join our growing team at our Richmond warehouse Monday to Friday. If you have a passion for food, and want to make a genuine impact in the local community, this is the opportunity for you!

The ideal candidate for this role is a hospitality professional looking to transition from the grind of late-night hospo hours to a premium food-retailing environment, while still applying their food and wine knowledge to progress their career.

Make an Impact:
By joining Hagen's, you'll be part of a movement that's transforming how people think about meat consumption. You'll help with making informed choices about sustainable eating, reduce food waste through our nose-to-tail approach, and support ethical farming practices. Your work will directly contribute to building a more environmentally conscious food system while developing valuable skills in a growing industry.

What We Offer:

• A competitive rate of pay
• Staff discounts on organic and regenerative meat
• The opportunity to have a genuine impact in the local community by providing a more sustainable way of eating
• Clear career growth opportunities within our expanding company
• Learning and development from experienced butchers in fresh meat
• Learn modern and traditional techniques in smallgoods
• Opportunity to meet producers and learn about sustainable farming practices

Key Responsibilities:

• Working closely with our butcher team to prepare and handle meat with a focus on quality and a nose-to-tail approach
• Preparing specialty products such as sausages, mince, and marinated items
• Ensuring proper labeling, packaging, and storage of meat products
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety within the production area
• Proper care and maintenance of butchery tools and equipment
• Following quality control procedures and HACCP guidelines
• Assisting with inventory management and stock rotation

What We're Looking For:

• Prior experience using knives (meat experience is a bonus)
• Someone with willingness to learn and develop skills
• Second-to-none attention to detail
• Strong team player
• Efficient and accurate work ethic
• Flexible and supportive approach
• happy to pitch in and help out as needed

About Hagen's:
Hagen's is a second-generation family-run organic and regenerative butcher based in Melbourne. We operate multiple stores across the city and a popular online offering from our Richmond warehouse, with plans for future growth. We provide the community with ethically raised, locally sourced meat and premium organic an regenerative produce. Central to our ethos is the desire to offer a healthier, more environmentally friendly way of eating.

If you think you'd be a great fit for this role, we'd love to meat you!