- Location
- Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro Brazil
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
About Belmond
Belmond is a distinguished name in luxury travel, curating exceptional hotels, trains, river cruises and safaris in some of the world’s most storied destinations. As an employer, Belmond offers the rare opportunity to contribute to experiences defined by heritage, artistry and deeply personal service, while belonging to a global hospitality house within the LVMH family. The company values intuitive excellence, cultural curiosity and respect for place, encouraging colleagues to become ambassadors of timeless travel. With roles spanning operations, gastronomy, wellness, sales and corporate functions, Belmond fosters careers shaped by craftsmanship, international perspective and the pursuit of unforgettable guest moments.
Belmond is hiring a Butcher at Copacabana Palace in Rio de Janeiro to prepare, cut and portion meat, poultry, fish and seafood; manage protein storage and support inventory, receiving and kitchen operations while upholding food safety standards. The role requires completed secondary education and at least 2 years of relevant experience; a Gastronomy qualification is an advantage.
Role & Responsibilities
- Clean, prepare, cut and portion meat, poultry, fish and seafood while maintaining product quality and yield.
- Organize and monitor protein storage in accordance with preservation, identification, expiry-date and FIFO standards.
- Support inventory control, requisitioning and goods receiving.
- Keep the butcher area, equipment and utensils clean, organized and in good working condition.
- Ensure food safety standards are followed when thawing, handling, preparing and storing proteins.
- Work collaboratively with kitchen teams to support an organized operation and excellent preparations.
Qualifications
- Completed secondary education.
- A degree or technical qualification in Gastronomy is an advantage.
- At least 2 years of experience in the role or a similar position.
- Knowledge of food safety.
- Knowledge of protein cutting and portioning techniques.
- Availability to work a 5x2 schedule.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years in the role or a similar position.
Education
Completed secondary education; a degree or technical qualification in Gastronomy is an advantage.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Benefits
Health and dental insurance for direct dependents; pharmacy benefits; transportation allowance covering metro, bus and train; meals on site; life insurance; 5x2 schedule; birthday leave; discounts at the hotel's restaurants, spa and boutique; free access to Go Fluent language courses, including English and 48 other languages; free access to Harvard ManageMentor leadership and management development in Portuguese; and, through Discovery Belmond, complimentary stays and experiences at Belmond properties worldwide based on length of service, including 50% off food and beverages.
Culture
Belmond fosters a workplace culture rooted in exceptional hospitality, craftsmanship, and a deep respect for the heritage of its iconic hotels, trains, river cruises, and safari lodges. As an employer, it encourages employees to create memorable, highly personalized experiences while nurturing a collaborative, multicultural environment where service excellence and storytelling are central to everyday work.
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