Butcher

Talosats Careers; Coleraine; On-site; GBP 22,608,000 - 37,680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

35 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Weekly laundry service

Sofina discounts portal

Job summary

Sofina Foods in Coleraine is seeking an experienced Butcher to join a busy retail team, delivering high-quality meat products and outstanding customer service.

You will prepare cuts to spec, uphold food safety standards, manage stock, assist with store operations and coach colleagues when needed, while maintaining a friendly, efficient counter. This role rewards pride in craft and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a retail butchery environment is essential.
• Strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service and achieving sales objectives.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and relevant butchery regulations.
• Experience coaching or training team members.
• Able to work under pressure while maintaining high standards.
• Proactive and dependable team player with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing a variety of meat cuts to customer and company specifications.
• Providing excellent customer service, sharing product knowledge and offering advice on product preparation and use.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and presentation across the counter and pre-pack areas.
• Managing stock rotation, product quality checks and sampling activities.
• Receiving deliveries and completing associated documentation accurately.
• Supporting promotional activities and assisting with general store operations.
• Providing guidance and support to colleagues and covering supervisory responsibilities when required.

Skills

Retail butchery

Customer service

Food safety

Team leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Join a skilled and customer-focused butchery team where quality workmanship, excellent service and product knowledge are at the heart of everything you do.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Butcher to join our team in Coleraine. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their craft and enjoys delivering outstanding service to customers. Working within a busy retail environment, you'll play a key role in preparing high-quality products, maintaining excellent standards and supporting the day-to-day operation of the store.

Pay Rate: £13.15 per hour

Key Duties

• Preparing a variety of meat cuts to customer and company specifications.
• Providing excellent customer service, sharing product knowledge and offering advice on product preparation and use.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and presentation across the counter and pre-pack areas.
• Managing stock rotation, product quality checks and sampling activities.
• Receiving deliveries and completing associated documentation accurately.
• Supporting promotional activities and assisting with general store operations.
• Providing guidance and support to colleagues and covering supervisory responsibilities when required.

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience within a retail butchery environment is essential.
• A strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service and achieving sales objectives.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and relevant butchery regulations.
• Experience supporting, coaching or training team members.
• Confident taking responsibility and supporting the management team when required.
• Able to work well under pressure while maintaining high standards.
• A proactive and dependable team player with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Why Join Us?

Life assurance scheme, free onsite parking, 35 days holiday including bank holidays, a weekly laundry service and access to the Sofina discounts portal all form part of our benefits package.

About Sofina

Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact.

With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe.

At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents.

Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation