Butcher

sunny; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

28 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Staff discounts

Career progression

Clean, professional environment

Job summary

sunny in Huyton, Liverpool is seeking an Experienced Butcher to join a specialist catering & hospitality supply operation. You will break down whole carcasses, craft premium cuts, and work to tight deadlines in a high-volume, on-site environment.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of professional butchery experience, proven knife skills, and a strong understanding of meat quality and HACCP standards. Early starts and Saturday shifts are required as part of a 40-hour week.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of professional butchery experience (catering or hospitality supply).
• Proven knife skills and carcass breakdown expertise.
• Background in a meat plant environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of meat quality, handling, and presentation.
• Ability to work quickly, cleanly, and accurately under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bespoke meat cuts from whole carcasses (beef, lamb, pork, poultry).
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety (HACCP compliance).
• Meet specific chef and commercial kitchen requirements accurately and efficiently.
• Minimise waste while managing portion control and yields.
• Support smooth daily operations including stock rotation and prep schedules.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and correct order fulfilment.

Skills

Knife skills

Carcass breakdown

Teamwork

Working under pressure

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Butchery

Food Safety Level 1/2 (desirable)

Job description

• Starting salary 30k, negotiable up to 50k depending on experience
• Permanent
• Full and part time hours available

• Starting salary 30k, negotiable up to 50k depending on experience
• Permanent
• Full and part time hours available

Job Title: Experienced Butcher (Catering & Hospitality Supply)

Location

Huyton, Liverpool (On-site) Relocating to Aintree L9 in the near future

HOURS

Full-time - part time hours negotiable

Type

Permanent

Salary

Starting salary 30k, negotiable up to 50k depending on experience

Our Client

We are recruiting on behalf of a respected, high-end butchery based in Huyton, Liverpool, supplying premium meat products to the catering and hospitality industry — including top restaurants, hotels, and executive chefs. This is a specialist operation focused on quality, consistency, and bespoke customer service — not a retail/high street role.

About The Role

As an Experienced Butcher, you will work as part of a skilled team preparing a wide range of meat products to exacting standards. This includes breaking down whole carcasses and crafting premium cuts tailored to client specifications. You will work to tight deadlines in a high-volume environment, ensuring outstanding quality and food safety at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare bespoke meat cuts from whole carcasses (beef, lamb, pork, poultry)
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety (HACCP compliance)
• Meet specific chef and commercial kitchen requirements accurately and efficiently
• Minimise waste while managing portion control and yields
• Support smooth daily operations including stock rotation and prep schedules
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and correct order fulfilment

What We Need from You

• 5–7 years of professional butchery experience (preferably in catering or hospitality supply)
• Proven knife skills and carcass breakdown expertise
• The ideal candidate will have a background working in a meat plant environment.
• Strong understanding of meat quality, handling, and presentation
• Ability to work quickly, cleanly, and accurately under pressure
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility to work early starts and Saturday mornings

Preferred Qualifications

• Food Safety Level 1 or 2 (desirable)
• HACCP Certification (desirable)
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Butchery (Preferred but not essential)
• Experience with dry-aged meats, game, or speciality cuts (a plus)
• Own transport essential due to the start times and location in Huyton, Liverpool (On-site) Site relocating to Aintree L9 in the near future, successful candidates would need to be able to get to both sites.

What’s in It for You

• Competitive salary package Starting salary 30k, negotiable up to 50k depending on experience
• 40 hours per week - Mon - Fri 5am - 1pm & Sat 5am -10.30am - Negotiable for successful candidate
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Staff discounts on produce
• Long-term, stable employment in a respected butchery operation
• Staff discounts
• Clean, professional working environment
• Opportunities for progression and skill development