About Tillbrook Melaleuka Group (TMG) Join a team where passion meets produce. TMG is a proud Western Australian family-owned enterprise committed to a true farm-to-table experience. Our diverse operations span from cattle breeding and farming to meat processing, retail, and nine vibrant hospitality venues.
When you join TMG, you’re not just starting a job; you’re becoming part of a focused, dynamic family committed to growth, excellence, and delivering exceptional hospitality.
Melaleuka Farm Merchants has a unique opportunity for a skilled Butcher to join our team in Byford. This isn’t just a retail role; it is a specialised production position responsible for safely and efficiently preparing and portioning consistently high-quality meat products.
As the guardian of our quality assurance, you will ensure smooth daily production by maintaining strict food safety standards and managing premium inventory. Your primary objective is to showcase our farm's superior, marbled beef, ensuring every cut encourages our customers to return.
Precision Preparation: Portion and prepare meat cuts to specification (weights, trim standards, and customer requirements), ensuring consistency and minimal waste.
Mastering the Craft: Utilise proficient knife skills for trimming, deboning, and portioning premium grain-finished and grass-fed Wagyu.
Inventory & Traceability: Pack and label products accurately, ensuring correct batch/traceability and date coding, while managing stock rotation (FIFO) and temperature control.
Operational Excellence: Operate POS and ordering systems, maintain Food Safety (HACCP) records, and ensure all butchery and BOH areas are kept in peak hygienic condition.
Customer Interaction: Provide friendly, expert advice on cooking applications (roasting, braising, grilling) and process orders with a focus on exceptional hospitality.
Team Collaboration: Work daily with the Butcher Team Leader and venue staff to ensure prompt fulfillment of orders and high-standard production.
Technical Expertise: Comprehensive butchery knowledge and a "lead by example" approach to professional conduct.
Professional Presence: A high standard of personal grooming and excellent communication skills to address both team and customer needs.
Reliability & Integrity: A foundation of trust and reliability, with a commitment to accurate reporting and continuous skill improvement.
Resilience: The ability to work effectively under pressure and meet task deadlines according to schedules and checklists.
Positive Culture: A collaborative spirit that fosters a cooperative and caring environment for both BOH and FOH staff.
Experience: A minimum of 3 years of full-time experience in a similar meat preparation or butchery role.
Qualifications: Certificate III in Meat Processing and a Food Handler Certificate. (Chef Trade Certificate or Chemform training is highly regarded).
Compliance: Strong understanding of WHS, HACCP, and food safety standards.
Physical Capability: Ability to meet the physical demands of a busy butchery and work within a flexible roster.
Culture: Join a dynamic, family-owned business where dedication to our team is central to everything we do.
Growth: Collaborate with experienced industry professionals committed to sharing their expertise and providing clear pathways for career advancement.
Ready to make an impact? If you are up to the challenge, please apply now!
For questions regarding this role, contact us at [email protected].
Note: Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact shortlisted candidates. We appreciate your interest in joining the TMG family.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement TMG celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.
