Jobs at Kontak Recruitment

• A well-established, high-volume retail supermarket environment is seeking an experienced Butchery Manager to take full responsibility for a busy butchery department. This role is suited to a hands-on leader with strong operational and commercial acumen, capable of managing stock, controlling margins, and ensuring consistent product quality. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving profitability while maintaining exceptional standards in hygiene, food safety, and customer service. This position requires an individual who thrives in a fast-paced retail setting and can confidently lead, train, and develop a team of blockmen and butchery staff. A strong understanding of carcass breakdown, yield control, and product presentation is essential, along with the ability to manage pressure and deliver results in a demanding environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Own vehicle with valid drivers license
• Minimum 3 to 4 years’ butchery experience within a retail and/or wholesale environment
• Proven management experience within a butchery or similar food production environment
• Strong knowledge of carcass breakdown, portioning, and yield control
• Solid understanding of stock control, wastage management, and GP% optimisation
• Ability to lead and manage a team in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and presentation
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and compliance requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operations of the butchery department within a retail environment
• Oversee stock levels, ordering, and inventory control to minimise wastage and maximise profitability
• Monitor and manage GP%, ensuring targets are met through effective cost control and yield management
• Ensure high standards of product quality, cutting, and presentation at all times
• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of blockmen and butchery staff
• Implement and maintain strict hygiene, food safety, and health compliance standards
• Handle customer queries and ensure excellent service delivery within the department
• Maintain efficient workflow and productivity in a high-volume environment
• Drive continuous improvement within the department to enhance operational performance and profitability
   

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• Seeking a detail-oriented and well-spoken Financial Officer to manage key financial administration and reconciliation functions within a structured business environment.
• This role requires a strong accounts professional with experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, and supplier portal management, particularly within retail key account environments such as Shoprite and similar groups.
• The successful candidate must be confident in handling calls, working across departments, and maintaining strong financial control and accuracy.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a financial administration or bookkeeping role
• Strong experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and reconciliations
• Experience working with Shoprite, Takealot, or similar supplier portals (essential)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (essential)
• Bilingual in English and Afrikaans (essential)
• Well spoken and confident handling client and supplier calls
• Strong attention to detail and reconciliation skills
• Ability to work full-time in an office-based environment

Duties and Responsibilities:
Accounts Receivable & Key Accounts

• Perform key account reconciliations and ensure customer accounts are accurate and up to date.
• Process credit notes, discounts, and returns while resolving discrepancies.
• Allocate customer payments and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Send statements regularly and support debt collection processes.

Accounts Payable

• Perform supplier reconciliations and ensure balances align with statements.
• Process supplier invoices and match payments accurately.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies with suppliers.

Banking & Payments

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and import bank statements into the system.
• Upload payments and ensure all supporting documentation is complete.
• Verify bank details and ensure compliance with internal payment controls.
• Ensure proof of payments is distributed to relevant stakeholders.

Petty Cash & Expense Control

• Manage petty cash, ensuring accurate reconciliation and record keeping.
• Maintain proper documentation for all expenses and cash transactions.

Operational & Administrative Support

• Order office and warehouse consumables where required.
• Support payment request processes and ensure alignment with cash flow planning.
• Assist with wage-related checks and operational finance tasks.

Filing & Record Keeping

• Maintain accurate and structured filing of invoices, remittances, credit notes, and financial documents.
• Ensure all records are audit-ready and properly stored on company systems.