Walter Smith have been Award Winning Butchers and Farmers since 1885 with a number of retail and farm shops throughout the UK. We are famous for our award winning pork pies which received nationwide coverage after being crowned Supreme Champion at the Great Taste Awards, whilst regularly winning regional and national awards for our meat related products.
We have a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced butcher to join our team to manage our fresh meat and delicatessen shop located within Blue Diamond's prestigious Bridgemere Garden Centre.
Bridgemere has consistently been one of our company's busiest shops and we are now looking for someone with drive and enthusiasm to contribute to pushing the shop to the highest levels.
A background as a highly skilled butcher is essential along with proven ability to manage and develop a team along with an interest and understanding for fine foods and current trends.
The successful applicant will understand the ins and outs of working within a busy environment and will possess a keen interest in creating new and innovative products whilst taking pride in delivering the finest quality products to our customers.
The role includes managing a business unit from ordering products to being responsible for sales, margins, shop performance and maintaining excellent hygiene standards.
Full support and training will be given in the production of our award winning fine foods along with ongoing professional training.
The position is full time permanent, working 5 days per week (42.5 hours) across a 7-day rota to include weekends.
Good administrative and IT skills required.
Previous employment references must be available.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 42.5 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* What attracts you to the role of shop manager and what experience do you have that supports your application?
Experience:
* Butchery: 3 years (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 21/09/2025