Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate Butcher to join our small but busy on-farm family-run butcher’s shop. The ideal candidate will have a keen understanding of meat preparation, including boning out beef, lamb, and pork, cutting and stringing, sausage making, and curing. Additionally, the candidate should understand food safety practices and stock management. As a Butcher, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality meat products for our customers in the shop and packing for farmers' markets.
Responsibilities
1. Prepare and cut various types of meat, including beef, pork, lamb, and poultry, according to specifications.
2. Sausage making and curing for bacon and gammons.
3. Ensure all meat products are stored properly and maintain optimal freshness.
4. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area in compliance with food safety standards.
5. Assist in stock management by monitoring stock levels and reporting any shortages.
6. Work as a member of the team to ensure all tasks are completed on time.
7. Provide excellent customer service by answering questions about meat products and offering cooking advice.
Skills
1. Proven experience as a Butcher.
2. Strong knowledge of the different cuts of meat within each species.
3. Ability to operate butchery equipment safely and effectively.
4. Excellent knife skills with attention to detail.
5. Strong organizational skills and ability to work efficiently under pressure.
6. Good communication skills to interact effectively with team members and customers.
Working Hours
Tuesday – Saturday 9-4pm. Overtime is sometimes required in peak weeks of the year (e.g., Christmas run-up or when we take our Farmers Market stand to county shows like Cheshire Show).
Compensation
Lunch provided daily if required, company pension scheme, starting salary of £13 per hour depending on experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £13.00 per hour
Expected Hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
1. Company pension
2. Employee discount
3. On-site parking
Schedule:
1. 8-hour shift
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Butcher 25
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