Butchery Apprentice — Learn Knife Skills & Career Growth

Inspiro Learning Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Discounts for staff in Morrisons

Career progression and development

Free parking

Pension and life assurance

Healthcare/Well-being benefits

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Job summary

Morrisons is offering a 13-week Customer Assistant placement, followed by a 12-month Butcher apprenticeship under the Proper Jobs: Fresh Start Programme. The role focuses on learning knife skills, meat preparation, and customer service within a busy supermarket setting.

Successful candidates will access training, support, and progression into management pathways through the Leadership School, with structured assessments and development opportunities throughout the programme.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required – full training and support will be provided through the apprenticeship programme.
• Ability to be trained to use equipment required for the job and to prepare fresh items.
• Ideal for college or sixth-form leavers seeking their first step into the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, helpful service to customers in-store.
• Learn knife skills and meat preparation (primal cuts, grinding, dicing) as part of the apprenticeship.
• Participate in structured training and assessments during the programme and progression steps.

Skills

Knife skills

Customer service

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 2 Butcher apprenticeship standard

Job description

Morrisons is offering a 13-week Customer Assistant placement, followed by a 12-month Butcher apprenticeship under the Proper Jobs: Fresh Start Programme. The role focuses on learning knife skills, meat preparation, and customer service within a busy supermarket setting.

Successful candidates will access training, support, and progression into management pathways through the Leadership School, with structured assessments and development opportunities throughout the programme.