Skills4Work Limited

Skills L.A.B

At Skills4Work the highest priority is to prepare our students for the world of work and support them towards future success.

We do this though hands on learning using the medium of “Project Based Learning” in Butchery and Bakery. The Skills Lab project is an incredible initiative designed to teach students how to start and run their own small business, encouraging their entrepreneurial skills. This hands-on experience guides learners through every step of building a business from scratch.

Students develop a business idea, create a mini business plan, and explore key aspects such as sales, marketing, and overhead costs. They then pitch their ideas to our management team to secure seed funding. The programme culminates in a trading day, where students sell their products. After covering all costs, the proceeds are donated to a charity of their choice.

While not a competition, we are proud to acknowledge that our trainer Bruce Castle’s class based in Whangarei raised an impressive $816, which was generously donated to Te Puna O Te Aroha (Women’s Refuge). The group who called themselves “Mighty Meats” designed a 2025 calendar highlighting some of their favourite recipes accompanied by photos of them learning the butchery trade.

This initiative not only equips students with valuable business skills but also teaches them the importance of giving back to the community.

🥩 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐂 𝐁𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟏 🥩
This week, our three Butchery Apprentices were joined by Skills4Work Limited Butchery Training Advisor Corey White from New Zealand.

The apprentices, Ngaoa (Maine) Richmond, Ailaoa Samania & Viriona Makaua are the first group in the Cook Islands to go through the NZ-qualified apprenticeship, and were able to complete their Year 1 studies this week.

Thank you to our team, Butchery Manager Nigel Campbell, Fresh & Frozen Manager David Rangi Tuoro & Corey for guiding the growth and development of our butchers.

With Retail Meat New Zealand – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉

In late 2023, Skills4Work Limited became the first tertiary education organisation to achieve the Dyslexia-Friendly Quality Mark (DFQM) and have their first cohort of staff achieve the Tapatoru Ako Professional Practice Award.

Congratulations to Skills4Work on this significant achievement and for setting a powerful example as an organisation who prioritises inclusive learning environments. 🤝

Read the full story on our website: https://hubs.la/Q02sYDdw0

Welcome to the 2024 Butchers’ Summit Speaker round-up!

Many people know JK as a sporting legend, but did you know he trained to be a butcher? After leaving school at the age of 15, JK started his butcher apprenticeship, working with his father in a butcher shop, in Onehunga.

The former All Black and 1987 Rugby World Cup winner became a “Sir” in 2012, joining a list that includes other well-known former All Blacks. However, unlike his fellow All Blacks, Kirwan was recognised as much, if not more, for his contribution outside of rugby; for services to mental health, having been for several years at the forefront of the campaign to heighten public awareness of depression, an illness he has suffered from himself.

We are thrilled to announce Sir John Kirwan as our Keynote Speaker at this year’s Butchers’ Summit, Eden Park on the 9th & 10th of May.

Early Bird tickets are on sale now, save yourself $50 by registering before Monday 25 March!

Register here: https://www.rmnz.co.nz/2024-butchers-summit

Massive thanks to our sponsors Beef and Lamb New Zealand, NZPork, Pure South New Zealand, McCarthy's, Pact Packaging, Skills4Work Limited, Wilson Hellaby, Cabernet Foods Ltd, Newly Weds Foods Inc., Global Cuisine Nz, and Behemoth Brewing Company.

Snag early bird tickets for the 2024 Butchers' Summit by March 25 and save $50!

Expect an incredible speaker lineup, awesome networking opportunities, a new workshop, and golfing on offer! Enjoy our conference dinner at Eden Park, then wrap up with an afterparty at Churly's Brewpub. Speakers include Sir John Kirwan, leaders from Ambit, NZIER, Behemoth Brewing, and more, plus a panel on FMCG trends. Don't miss updates from industry giants!

Hosted at Eden Park, Auckland, on May 9-10

Early bird ends March 25! Get your tickets here: https://www.rmnz.co.nz/2024-butchers-summit



Huge Thanks to our sponsors Beef and Lamb New Zealand, NZPork, Pure South New Zealand, McCarthy's, Pact Packaging, Skills4Work Limited, Wilson Hellaby, Cabernet Foods Ltd, Newly Weds Foods Inc., Global Cuisine and Behemoth Brewing Company.

Free Baking Masterclass

Interested in baking? Why not register for our Free Baking Masterclass coming up this Wednesday, August 9th, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., where you will get the opportunity to learn baking techniques from our incredibly talented baking trainers.

In this hands-on workshop, you will get to learn the finer details of how to make your bread rise to the occasion! You will be able to interact with our team, who will take you step by step through how to make the perfect specialty bread and master your icing skills.

And yes, you can take your culinary masterpiece home to share with your family and show them you’ve got what it takes to be the next Master Baker!

Spots are limited, so contact us now and lock in your day of learning, food, and fun.

The finer details:
When: Wednesday, August 9th, 2023
Where: 11 Ronwood Ave., Manukau, Auckland
Parking: Free parking is available.
Cost: FREE
Registration: 100% compulsory

Let's continue our finalist stats... The NBA (National Butchery Awards) and Grand Finals are fast approaching! 🏆

Introducing our Third ANZCO Foods Butcher Apprentice, winner of the Waikato Regional: Monika Remes from Pak'n'Save Papamoa!

Monika is competing at the Grand Final on Thursday 24th of August 🔪

Cutting test and National Butchery Awards Dinner tickets are available now - get in quick to witness Monika in action!

Purchase tickets here: https://www.rmnz.co.nz/nba-tickets



Thanks to our sponsors, Pact Packaging, ANZCO Foods, Dunninghams Ltd, Hellers, Beef and Lamb New Zealand, Skills4Work Limited, Tegel NZ, Wilson Hellaby, Anago Ltd, Rum and Que, Victory Knives, Newly Weds Foods Inc. & Diron, Cabernet Foods Ltd, and NZPork.