Job Title: Butcher
Company: West Scottish Lamb Ltd.
Location: Carlisle, UK
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Summary:
* Process lamb and other meat products according to industry standards and customer specifications.
* Maintain the quality and reputation of West Scottish Lamb’s premium products.
* Ensure adherence to hygiene, food safety, and workplace safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform slaughterhouse duties, including cutting, trimming, and processing lamb carcasses.
* Break down whole carcasses into primal, sub-primal, and retail cuts.
* Debone, portion, and prepare meat for wholesale, retail, or further processing.
* Inspect meat for quality, freshness, and adherence to food safety guidelines.
* Maintain consistency in cutting techniques and product presentation.
* Sanitise equipment, knives, and work areas according to company policies.
* Ensure compliance with Food Standards Agency (FSA) regulations and workplace safety procedures.
* Monitor and manage meat inventory, rotating stock to avoid spoilage.
* Assist with ordering and maintain efficient stock levels.
* Minimise waste through efficient use of products.
* Collaborate with butchers, staff, and management to ensure smooth production.
* Report equipment malfunctions or quality concerns to the slaughterhouse manager.
Skills & Qualifications:
* Prior experience as a butcher, preferably in lamb or red meat processing.
* Experience in a slaughterhouse or meat processing facility is advantageous.
* Excellent knife handling and meat cutting skills.
* Knowledge of butchery techniques for lamb (deboning, portioning, trimming).
* Strong understanding of meat safety and hygiene practices.
* Ability to work in cold environments and lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs).
* Comfortable handling raw meat products and working with sharp tools in a fast-paced environment.
Education & Certifications:
* High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
* Certification in food safety and hygiene (HACCP) is beneficial.
* Training in proper slaughter techniques and animal handling is a plus.
Experience: Required
Employment: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday 07:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 yearly
About West Scottish Lamb Ltd:
West Scottish Lamb Ltd., based in Carlisle, specialises in processing premium Scottish lamb. Committed to quality, sustainability, and ethical sourcing, we deliver top-grade lamb products while upholding the highest standards in food safety.
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