Location: West Midlands
Salary:£30,000 - £34,000 per annum + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
An established food processing and distribution business is seeking two experienced Butchers to join its growing team based in the West Midlands.
This is a unique opportunity to work as part of a mobile butchery operation, travelling to locations across the West Midlands while being supported from a central base. We are looking for skilled professionals with a strong background in meat preparation and processing who can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cutting, trimming, boning, and preparing meat and poultry to a high standard.
- Operating butchery equipment, including bandsaws, slicers, and other specialist tools.
- Preparing products for sale, storage, and distribution.
- Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards within processing areas.
- Carrying out routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment and workspaces.
- Working in accordance with food safety and HACCP procedures.
- Communicating effectively with colleagues and customers when required.
- Supporting sales and operational activities within mobile butchery units.
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years' butchery experience.
- Strong knowledge of meat preparation, processing, and food hygiene practices.
- Ability to travel nationwide as part of a mobile operation.
- Reliable, hardworking, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Availability to work 5 days per week.
- Legal right to work in the United Kingdom.
Package:
- Salary from £30,000 - £34,000 per annum
- Company pension scheme
- Employee discount
- Free on-site parking
- Full-time, permanent position
This role is ideal for an experienced butcher looking for a varied position combining traditional butchery skills with customer-facing and mobile operational responsibilities.
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Salary description
£30000.00 - £34000.00 per year