ABP Food Group is one of Europeâs leading integrated agri-food businesses, with divisions specialising in food production, pet food and renewables. Over our 70-year history, we have grown to 14,000 strong team and have built a reputation for quality and innovation. Our Early Careers programme offers opportunities across all of our divisions including apprenticeships, graduate and industrial placement pathways.\n\nABP UK, part of the ABP Food Group produces quality fresh and frozen beef, lamb and frozen meat-free products to some of the nations leading supermarkets and restaurants, including a number of Michelin Star establishments -Find out more below about how to become part of team!\n\nReady to carve out your career in the meat industry? Join our Butchery Apprenticeship Programme and learn from the best in the business!\n\nRole Definition\nAs a Butchery Apprentice at ABP UK, you'll gain foundational knowledge and practical skills in butchery, contributing to the production of award-winning British and Irish beef and lamb products. You'll learn about quality, efficiency, traceability, sustainability, animal welfare, stress prevention, and lean manufacturing practices. This apprenticeship is a foundation for a fulfilling career in meat processing.\n\n\nKey Responsibilities\nâ¢\tLearn the Basics: Acquire foundational knowledge in butchery principles, meat species, and carcass processing techniques.\nâ¢\tMaster Your Craft: Develop knife skills for cutting, boning, trimming, and mincing meat.\nâ¢\tGain Industry Insight: Understand the meat sector's history, values, culture, and traditions.\nâ¢\tTeam Collaboration: Work with the team to meet deadlines and productivity targets.\nâ¢\tMaintain Standards: Adhere to health, food safety, and hygiene standards.\nâ¢\tSupport Operations: Assist in stock control, quality assurance, and customer expectations.\n\nPersonal Attributes\nâ¢\tSafety First: Take personal responsibility for health and food safety.\nâ¢\tEager to Learn: Show a willingness to learn, solve problems, and acquire new skills.\nâ¢\tPunctual & Reliable: Be diligent, reliable, and respectful towards customers and colleagues.\nâ¢\tAttention to Detail: Perform tasks diligently and understand the importance of efficiency for business profitability.\nâ¢\tTeam Spirit: Maintain the vision and ethos of the business, taking pride in your work and fostering positive relationships with colleagues.\n\n Why Choose ABP UK?\nHands-On Experience: Dive into the world of butchery with real, hands-on learning from day one.\nCareer Growth: This is more than just a jobâit's a launchpad for a dynamic career in the meat industry, with opportunities to advance into specialised roles or management.\nSustainability: Work with a company committed to animal welfare and securing our business for the future.\nProfessional Development: Gain qualifications and skills that are recognised by the Institute of Meat (IoM).\nSupportive Team: Learn from experienced mentors and be part of a supportive, dynamic team.\n Qualifications & Skills\nâ¢\tNo formal qualifications required! We'll support you towards completing your Level 1 Functional Skills.\nâ¢\tEnthusiasm for the industry and a commitment to completing your apprenticeship.\nâ¢\tKeen to develop your skills and grow within the company.\n\n