Overview
As a Butchery Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced professionals to learn the full scope of butchery operations—from inspecting and preparing meat to packaging and advising customers. You will play a key role in maintaining food safety standards, supporting learners, and helping fulfil orders for the canteen and external customers. This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in butchery while contributing to high-quality learner experiences and supporting our mission to deliver excellence.
Responsibilities
* Prepare, trim, weigh, label, and price meat products
* Cut and bone carcasses, package meat, and store it safely
* Maintain hygiene and food safety standards
* Support learners in a safe and engaging environment
* Attend marketing events to promote courses and raise the College's profile
* Help maintain equipment and facilities
* Meet targets for meat delivery, sales, and masterclass income
* Keep accurate records and complete prestart checks
* Clean down the department daily to required standards
Qualifications
* Hold a Level 2 qualification and Level 2 Maths & English (or equivalent)
* Be quality-conscious and technically sound
* Be self-motivated and able to inspire others
* Demonstrate understanding of the butchery industry
* Be able to think creatively and work within budgetary limits
* Have IT skills in MS Office (desirable)
Benefits
* A two-week festive/New Year shutdown
* Generous pension scheme with an employer contribution of 20.8%
* Enhanced sick pay of up to 6 months full pay depending on service
* On-site gym membership available
* Pluxee reward scheme
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