Head of Butchery

We are seeking a commercially astute and operationally strong Head of Butchery to lead our Auckland Butchery business.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the General Manager – Auckland, this is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic direction, operational performance, and commercial outcomes of the Auckland Butchery division.

You will lead a large, multi‑disciplinary team across Operations, Inventory, Procurement, and Production, driving sustainable growth, margin performance, food safety excellence, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and deliver strategy to achieve revenue, EBIT, margin, and market‑share growth
• Lead all butchery operations, including production planning, quality control, efficiency, and waste reduction
• Oversee procurement and inventory to ensure supply continuity, pricing discipline, and stock accuracy
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
• Lead, develop, and performance‑manage a high‑performing butchery leadership team
• Manage labour, wages, and operating costs within approved budgets
• Ensure full compliance with MPI, food safety, hygiene, and audit requirements
• Drive continuous improvement, risk mitigation, and strong governance across all operations

About You

• Trade‑qualified butcher or tertiary qualification in Operations / Management
• Minimum 5+ years senior operational leadership experience, ideally within foodservice or butchery
• Strong commercial mindset with proven margin and cost management capability
• Experience across meat, poultry, smallgoods, and value‑added products preferred
• Confident leader with excellent communication, stakeholder, and people management skills
• Resilient, values‑driven, and outcomes focused

Why Join Service Foods

At Service Foods, we value collaboration, integrity, resilience, inclusivity, and strong work ethic. This role offers the opportunity to lead a critical business unit, influence strategic outcomes, and be part of a growing, respected NZ business.

Apply now if you are ready to lead, grow, and make a lasting impact. Applications are accepted only through our online portal.

Requirements

• NZ citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa.
• Successful candidates will undergo:
  • ✅ Reference checks
  • ✅ Ministry of Justice background check
  • ✅ ACC pre‑employment check
  • ✅ Drug & alcohol screening
  
  

Apply now

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