Full job descriptionLocation: United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Job Type: Full-Time

Industry: Arabic Restaurant / Hospitality

Salary: Competitive (Based on interview performance and experience)

Benefits: Employment Visa & Benefits as per UAE Labour Law

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Arabic Restaurant Butcher to join our culinary team. You will specialise in fabricating, portioning, and preparing meats according to traditional Middle Eastern recipes and menu specifications. The ideal candidate must be highly skilled in Halal meat processing, carcass breakdown, and maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene in line with UAE municipality regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Traditional Arabic Cuts: Expertly cut, portion, and prepare meats for classic Arabic dishes (e.g., Shawarma cones, Shish Taouk, Kebab mince, Lamb Ouzi, Mansaf, and Kofta mixes).
• Meat Fabrication: Debone, trim, fat-balance, and grind beef, lamb, and chicken to match precise recipe specs provided by the Head Chef.
• Halal & Hygiene Compliance: Ensure 100% adherence to Halal standards and UAE local municipality regulations.
• Quality & Cold Chain: Inspect incoming carcass and meat deliveries for freshness, optimal temperature, and quality, maintaining strict cold room organization using FIFO.
• Kitchen Prep Support: Coordinate with the marination and grill teams to ensure consistent supply during high-volume lunch and dinner rushes.
• Tool Maintenance: Safely operate, clean, and sharpen specialized butchery tools, meat grinders, and heavy-duty cleavers.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 3 to 5 years of hands-on butchery experience specifically within an Arabic restaurant, Levantine kitchen, or high-end Middle Eastern catering operation.
• Specialized Skills: Deep understanding of lamb and beef carcass breakdown, fat-to-meat ratios for traditional grills, and the correct layering techniques for Shawarma preparation.
• Local Standards: Up-to-date knowledge of UAE food safety codes; possession of a valid UAE Occupational Health Card is mandatory.
• Physical Capabilities: Stamina to work on your feet in a fast-paced environment and handle heavy lifting.
• Language Skills: Good command of English or Arabic; ability to communicate smoothly with a diverse kitchen team.

Benefits & Compensation

• Visa: Company-sponsored.
• Salary: To be finalised upon successful completion of the practical interview.

Work Location: In person