Head Butcher

Role Overview

Head Butcher at Minor International, located at Dukes The Palm Dubai Hotel.

Company Overview

The Colbert Collection is a hotel collection united by a shared sensibility where culture, conversation, and culinary rituals naturally converge. Each hotel captures a distinct character shaped by the rhythm of its destination, inspired by the spirit of Parisian boulevard cafés and the original Colbert bistro.

Role Purpose

You are responsible for the entire operation within the butchery section, supervising all meat cutting, processing, storage, and quality control activities while maintaining compliance with health, safety, and food cost standards.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Supervision

• Supervise and coordinate the work of butchers in cutting, trimming, packaging, and displaying meat products
• Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and maintain equipment
• Monitor all aspects pertaining to the control of the hotel's food cost

Quality & Safety

• Ensure the quality, freshness, and proper storage of all meat products
• Conduct daily checks on the quality and freshness of products
• Monitor and enforce health and safety regulations in the butchery department
• Ensure HACCP standards are implemented and follow the appropriate hygiene standards as per Municipality requirements at all times

Training & Development

• Train butchers on meat cutting techniques, food safety standards, and customer service

Customer & Guest Services

• Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and special orders

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven work experience as a Head Butcher
• Previous experience in a large hotel with at least 500 keys in a luxury property required
• Pre-opening experience is an advantage

Skills & Competencies

• Active listening and effective communication skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work in shifts