Butcher

Sofina Foods Europe; Portadown; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Competitive pay

Job summary

Sofina Foods Europe in Portadown is looking for an experienced butcher to join our customer-focused team. You will prepare high-quality meat cuts, provide product knowledge and help maintain food safety and presentation standards.

This retail role requires proven butcher experience, strong customer service and the ability to support store operations and the store manager when needed. Pay rate is £13.15 per hour and onsite parking is available.

Qualifications

• Retail butchery experience essential.
• Proven track record of delivering customer service and achieving sales targets.
• Good understanding of food safety standards relevant to butchery operations.
• Experience supporting and developing team members within a retail environment.
• Willingness to take supervisory responsibility when required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing a variety of meat cuts to customer and company specifications.
• Providing excellent customer service, offering product advice and knowledge.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and presentation.
• Managing stock rotation, quality checks and sampling activities.
• Receiving deliveries and completing associated paperwork accurately.
• Supporting promotional activities and general store operations.
• Providing support and cover for the Store Manager when required.

Skills

Retail butcher experience

Customer service

Food safety knowledge

Team supervision

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 Portadown. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their craft and enjoys delivering outstanding customer service. Working within a busy retail environment, you'll play a key role in preparing high-quality products, maintaining exceptional 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, offering product advice and sharing product knowledge.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and presentation across the counter and pre-pack areas.
• Managing stock rotation, product quality checks and product sampling activities.
• Receiving deliveries and completing associated paperwork accurately.
• Supporting promotional activities and assisting with general store operations.
• Providing support and cover for the Store Manager when required.

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience within a retail butchery environment is essential.
• A proven track record of delivering excellent customer service and achieving sales targets.
• Good understanding of legal requirements and food safety standards relevant to butchery operations.
• Experience supporting and developing team members within a retail environment.
• Confident taking responsibility and providing supervisory support when required.
• Able to work well under pressure while maintaining high standards and meeting deadlines.
• A proactive and dependable team player with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Why Join Us?

We offer competitive rates of pay, access to our Online Benefits Hub, a life assurance scheme and free onsite parking.

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