Experienced Fish Filleter – Red Coral Seafood (Bayswater, VIC)

Red Coral Seafood, a leading family-owned seafood wholesaler in Melbourne, We are seeking a skilled fish filleter Butcher or Smallgoods Maker to join our team . This role focuses on the preparation, processing, and presentation of premium fish and seafood products, including the production of specialised seafood-based smallgoods

📍 Location: Bayswater, VIC

⏰ Start Time: 4:00 AM

📅 Days: Monday to Saturday

💰 Competitive hourly rate based on experience

About the Role:

· Selecting and inspecting fish and seafood to ensure freshness, quality, and compliance with food safety standards.

· Filleting, trimming, portioning, and preparing seafood products according to customer and wholesale requirements.

· Operating specialised processing equipment such as filleting machines, mincers, and slicers for seafood production.

· Preparing and producing seafood smallgoods such as smoked fish, cured seafood, seafood sausages, and marinated products.

· Monitoring seafood processing and smallgoods production to ensure consistency, quality, and hygiene.

· Designing and maintaining attractive displays of fresh and processed seafood products.

· Managing inventory, stock rotation, and ordering to ensure premium seafood availability while minimising wastage.

· Advising customers on seafood selection, storage, and preparation methods.

Training and mentoring junior staff in seafood butchery and smallgoods production

Skills and Experience Required:

· AQF Certificate IV, or AQF Certificate III with at least two years of on-the-job training; or at least three years of relevant experience in lieu of formal qualifications.

· Demonstrated expertise in seafood butchery and/or smallgoods making.

· Strong technical skills in seafood processing, curing, and preservation methods.

· Commitment to quality, precision, and artisan preparation rather than bulk production.

· Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and workplace health and safety.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Proven experience as a fish filleter (speed & precision essential)

Knowledge of different species and filleting techniques

Physically fit and reliable with strong work ethic

Able to work early morning shifts and in cold conditions

Join a passionate team delivering premium seafood to Melbourne’s top restaurants and food retailers.

📧 Apply now: [email protected]

📞 Or message us directly for more info! 0420364824

Red Coral Seafood – Supplying Melbourne’s Best Seafood Since 1982.