Are you an experienced Butcher looking for a permanent position with a well-established food production business? Do you have previous experience cutting and preparing meat to specification, with a strong focus on quality, yield, and attention to detail?
Our client is looking for a Butcher to join their busy production operation in Derby. This is a permanent position working 4:00pm-1:00am, where you will be responsible for preparing and cutting meat to customer specifications, ensuring products meet the required quality standards and are packed and prepared correctly for distribution.
Previous butchery experience is essential, with good knowledge of food hygiene advantageous. Full training will be provided on company procedures and processes.
As the new Butcher, you will:
Cut and prepare meat to the required customer specifications
Ensure the correct product is supplied for each customer requirement
Maintain consistently high standards of butchery and product quality
Work with a strong focus on yield and minimising giveaway
Ensure all meat used is correct for the required job
Pack and scan products accurately and ensure they are presented correctly for distribution
Ensure all products are prepared in line with agreed specifications and company standards
Follow all food safety, hygiene, quality, and legality requirements
Ensure red meat and poultry are not handled at the same time to prevent cross-contamination
Ensure raw meat and wrapped cooked products are not handled at the same time
Monitor the quality of meat received and report any issues to the Production Supervisor
Report any equipment defects or problems to the Production Supervisor
Ensure stock is stored and rotated correctly in line with company procedures
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
Follow all company Health & Safety and hygiene procedures
Take responsibility for your own Health & Safety and that of others
Support company initiatives and demonstrate company values at all times
Complete any other reasonable duties required by the business
Main Requirements for This Role
Previous butchery experience is essential
Experience cutting and preparing meat to customer or product specifications
Good understanding of butchery standards and product quality
Strong awareness of food hygiene and cross-contamination
Good attention to detail and ability to consistently meet specifications
Understanding of yield and the importance of minimising product giveaway
Able to work efficiently in a busy production environment
Reliable, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team
Good understanding of Health & Safety within a food production environment
Willingness to follow company procedures and quality standards
Good communication skills and the ability to report issues promptly
Food hygiene knowledge is advantageous, but full training will be provided on company processes
What you can expect in return:
£32,596.20 per annum
4:00pm-1:00am shift
Opportunity to join an established and growing food production business
Stable, long-term employment
Training and development opportunities
Supportive working environment
Opportunity to develop your skills within a specialist meat production operation
About this role:
Full-time, permanent position based in Derby
Previous butchery experience is essential
Food hygiene experience/knowledge is advantageous
Role involves working with raw meat and following strict hygiene and food safety procedures
The role requires a strong focus on quality, specification, yield, and product presentation
How to apply
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