Apprentice Butcher

We are looking to place a First Year Apprentice into each of the following locations:

Deer Park, Frankston, Melton, Moorabbin, Mt. Waverley, Oakleigh,

South Morang & Werribee.

Tasman Butchers is passionate about the ‘Butchery Trade’ and support and encourage the growth and development of the meat industry by developing the best Apprentices in a ‘traditional’ butcher shop environment. 

Meat doesn’t come out of a box at Tasman; all our meat is sourced locally to our exacting standards from suppliers who share our same passion.  Our meat is processed from full bodies enabling all our Apprentices to gain full exposure to the end-to-end process of meat processing, culminating in what we believe to be the best of the best butchers in the trade.

Apprenticeships can take up to 4 years to complete, however with your dedication and commitment it can be completed over a lesser period.

Why an apprenticeship with Tasman Butchers?

• Our apprentices commence on $24 per hour plus 11% Superannuation,
• We fund your training, PPE and initial tools of the trade,
• 10% staff discount on all purchases across the store,
• We offer flexible rosters and stable fulltime employment that supports work, social and sporting balance,
• We process full carcass meat including beef, lamb, pork, veal, goat and chicken,
• You learn from some of the best butchers in the trade,
• Upon successful completion you will be awarded a nationally recognised trade’s qualification – ‘AMP30815: Certificate III in Meat Processing (Retail Butcher)”, and
• We offer Career Path Opportunities through to positions such as:
  • Lead Butcher,
  • Production Manager,
  • Assistant Store Manager, and
  • Store Manager.

What do we expect from you?

• A commitment to applying yourself towards the completion of your apprenticeship,
• Reliability and punctuality,
• A passion for food, and
• A genuine desire to delight our customers.

If you’re ready to take charge of your career, we want to meet with you by applying below or emailing your resume and a cover note detailing the store location you are interested in and your reasons for wanting to undertake an apprenticeship with Tasman Butchers to **********@tasmanbutchers.com.au