Meet Waylon

Co-Manager And Butcher At MBW On The Barbie

After eight years at Master Butchers Whitsunday and MBW On The Barbie, Waylon has certainly found his groove, carving out not just meat but also a satisfying career and lifestyle.

When he made the switch from a large supermarket's meat department, he was ready for a real challenge, and Master Butchers Whitsunday delivered—helping him improve his skills as a third-year apprentice and eventually complete his trade in 2017.

“They taught me how to properly bone beef, pigs, lambs, and process bacon, hams—all that stuff. There's a big difference in what you learn here,” said Waylon.

His passion for the craft goes beyond the basics. For Waylon, there’s something rewarding about preparing a whole animal into chops, roasts, or steaks.

“It’s really satisfying when someone wants a specific size roast or steak, and I cut it bang on.”

While the satisfaction of mastering his trade is a big part of the job, Waylon finds just as much joy in the interactions he has with his customers.

“I love this small community, it's nice and quiet, which makes it a great place to raise a family,” Waylon said.

“Plus, it's the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Where else would you want to live?”

But Waylon’s talents don’t stop at butchering. Since picking up the alto saxophone in grade five, music has been a major part of his life. Today, he plays in two local bands—the Whitsunday Big Band and Proserpine Citizens Band—where he gets to experiment with different genres and just enjoy making music.

When he’s not behind the butcher's block or playing his sax, you’ll likely find Waylon camping with his wife and two-year-old daughter, soaking up the serenity of the Whitsundays.

Describe your personality in three words

Reliable, funny, kind

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