Butcher

Business Unit:  New World Hokitika
Job Type:  Full time
Job End Date:  1/03/2026

Position: Butcher

 

Location: New World Hokitika

 

Employment type: Full-time, permanent (40 hours per week)

 

Pay range: $27 to $31 per hour, depending on experience

 

Take the next step in your butchery career and join a supportive team in one of New Zealand’s most stunning locations.

 

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Butcher to join our team at New World Hokitika. This is a hands-on role where you’ll bring your craft, pride in quality, and passion for great food to a store that’s looking to lift things to the next level.

 

What we’re offering:

 

  • A full-time, stable role with guaranteed 40 hours per week
  • $27 to $31 per hour, depending on experience
  • A supportive and fun team environment
  • Management that works with you to achieve your personal and career goals
  • The chance to showcase your butchery skills and help drive our store forward
  • Opportunities to grow into leadership roles and further your career options
  • Staff benefits
  • A lifestyle win. Live and work in beautiful Hokitika, where the West Coast offers an unbeatable balance of work, community, and outdoor adventure

 

What we’re looking for:

 

  • Previous butchery experience (trade qualification an advantage)
  • Strong focus on quality cuts, food safety, and presentation
  • A hard working team player who takes pride in their work, looks out for others, and contributes to a positive team environment
  • Reliable, motivated, and customer focused

 

About us:

 

At New World Hokitika we’re proud to be locally owned and operated, with a strong focus on community and customer service. We’re building a team that shares our values of quality, pride in work, and a positive team culture.

 

Immigration Accreditation:

 

We are an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer. For the right candidate, we can support an Accredited Employer Work Visa application.

 

How to apply:

 

Please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience to

 

Scott.fletcher@newworld-si.co.nz

 

Applications close: 22 March 2026

 

All applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand or be willing to apply for the appropriate visa.