Fish Cutter

An exciting opportunity is available to join Costi Seafoods store at Watagan Park Central in Cooranbong.

Watagan Park Central is a new retail destination servicing the growing Watagan Park community and surrounding areas. With modern facilities, a growing customer base and a range of new retail and food offerings, this is a great opportunity to join the team from the beginning and help establish our newest store.

At Costi Seafoods, quality and freshness are at the heart of what we do. We're looking for people who take pride in their work, understand the importance of quality produce and enjoy being part of a busy, customer-focused environment.

We are seeking an experienced Fish Cutter to join our team on a part-time (25-30 hours per week)

This is a hands-on role responsible for preparing fresh seafood for both retail sale and our broader food operations. You'll use your knowledge and knife skills to fillet, trim, portion and prepare a variety of seafood products while maintaining excellent standards of quality, presentation and food safety.

You'll work closely with our retail and kitchen teams to ensure fresh seafood is prepared efficiently and ready to meet customer and operational requirements throughout the day.

For someone who knows seafood and takes pride in their craft, this is an opportunity to become an important part of a new store and help establish the quality standards our customers will come to expect.

• Fillet, trim, debone and portion a variety of whole fish to product and customer specifications

• Open and prepare oysters, shellfish and other fresh seafood products as required

• Prepare seafood for retail display, customer orders and kitchen use

• Inspect seafood for freshness and quality and identify any products that do not meet required standards

• Remove bones, scales and other defects while maximising product yield

• Maintain high standards of presentation across prepared seafood products

• Ensure appropriate handling, storage and temperature control of fresh seafood

• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic preparation and cutting area

• Clean and safely maintain knives, cutting equipment and other tools

• Follow all food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures

• Assist with stock rotation and inventory management to maintain freshness and minimise waste

• Work efficiently to meet demand during busy trading periods

• Collaborate with retail, kitchen and management teams to support smooth day-to-day operations

We're looking for someone with genuine experience handling and preparing fresh seafood who can work confidently and efficiently in a busy environment.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Fish Cutter, Fishmonger, Seafood Processor or in a similar seafood preparation role

• Strong knife skills and demonstrated experience filleting and portioning a variety of fish

• Knowledge of seafood products, quality and freshness

• Experience preparing oysters and shellfish would be highly regarded

• A strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling practices

• Excellent attention to detail and pride in the quality of your work

• The ability to work efficiently while maintaining quality and minimising product waste

• A reliable, positive and team-focused approach

• The physical capability to undertake a hands-on role, including standing for extended periods and working in refrigerated environments

• Flexibility to work across a range of trading hours, including weekends as required

This is a unique opportunity to join Costi Seafoods at Watagan Park Central from the very beginning.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Be part of the opening team at a brand-new store

• Work with a wide range of quality fresh seafood

• Work in modern, purpose-built facilities

• Join a supportive and professional team environment

• Secure a part-time or full-time position depending on your availability and experience

• Receive a competitive salary based on your skills and experience

• Be part of a growing retail and hospitality offering within the wider Watagan Park community

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and suitable candidates may be contacted for interview prior to the advertised closing date.

If you're an experienced Fish Cutter or seafood professional who takes pride in quality, freshness and great preparation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV through SEEK and become part of the opening team at Costi Seafoods, Watagan Park Central.