Brisbane

Butcher

A Butcher produces meat to sell in a butchery, supermarket or other specialty store. You might cut meat to size, prepare marinades, crumbs and other seasonings or remove fat and bones. Butchers might prepare special orders for customers or prepare other meat-based products for sale. Butchers liaise with customers and suppliers and ensure stock is available when required.

Butchers should have strong technical skills and be able to work as part of a team. You’ll need to have good attention to detail and should be able to manage your time well. Butchers require good customer service skills and should be excellent communicators. It’s important that you are organised and can prioritise your tasks.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $65,000
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a butcher?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
AMP30815

Certificate III in Meat Processing (Retail Butcher)
Apprenticeship, Blended, Traineeship
12 - 36 months
$0 - $12,141
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Abattoir Knife Hand Butcher Abattoir Labourer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Abattoir Knife Hand Butcher Abattoir Labourer
AMP30116

Certificate III in Meat Processing (Boning Room)
Blended, Traineeship
6 - 48 months
$0 - $4,100
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Meat Inspector Meat Process Worker Butcher
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Meat Inspector Meat Process Worker Butcher
AMP30616

Certificate III in Meat Processing (General)
Traineeship
24 months
$0 - $3,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Butcher Meat Inspector Meat Process Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Butcher Meat Inspector Meat Process Worker
AMP30622

Certificate III in Meat Processing
Blended
24 months
$6,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Meat Process Worker Butcher Meat Inspector
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Meat Process Worker Butcher Meat Inspector
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Related occupations

Apprentice Butcher

An Apprentice Butcher prepares cuts, adds seasonings, takes orders, and trains under a butcher, needing safety, teamwork, and customer skills.

Avg yearly income $49,920
Skill level Unknown

Common questions

How can I become a butcher?

To become a butcher in Brisbane, you may want to consider completing the Certificate III in Meat Processing (Retail Butcher). This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.

Are there training providers in Brisbane?

You can train to become a butcher by completing a qualification with FS Alliance or Skills Base Australia. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.

What study modes are available?

There are several campuses within the Brisbane area that provide butcher training. The closest campus is 42km away from the center of Brisbane. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.

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