Butcher Chef (Egyptians Only)

About the role

Kempinski Palace Cairo is looking for a Butcher Chef who will work closely with the culinary team to ensure the availability of fresh, high-quality meats and fish, and who will guide and train junior kitchen staff. The position is permanent and full time, and is open only to Egyptian nationals.

Key responsibilities

• Handle and prepare a wide range of meats (beef, pork, poultry, lamb, game) with precise butchery techniques
• Assess quality and freshness, selecting the best cuts for the kitchen
• Fabricate, portion and trim meats according to recipes, menu specifications and portion control standards
• Develop and execute creative dishes with various cuts of meat, and enhance flavour and tenderness through marinating, seasoning and cooking techniques
• Maintain a clean and organised butcher station, tools and equipment
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations, including storage, handling and labelling
• Manage meat inventory, monitor stock levels and place orders
• Train and mentor junior staff in meat handling, butchery and safety procedures
• Stay updated on industry trends, new cuts and emerging techniques; additional tasks may be added depending on business needs

Required profile

• Egyptian nationality, eligible for a working permit in the country of hire
• Gastronomic education certificate or equivalent (apprenticeship, diploma, BA/BSc) is beneficial; signs of career development required
• HACCP certification
• Proven experience as a Butcher Chef or similar role; retail experience beneficial; international experience preferred
• Excellent spoken and written Arabic and English; an additional language is beneficial
• Identifies with Kempinski core values: passionate about food and beverage, people-oriented, entrepreneurial, straightforward, responsible, analytical, flexible, tolerant and able to work under pressure

Required skills

• Excellent knife handling and precision cutting
• Knowledge of food safety regulations
• Teamwork, delegation, organisation and time management
• Computer literacy; proficiency in Excel and Word is beneficial