Butchery Manager — Lead Local Growth & Team

Booker; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Booker is looking for an experienced butcher to run a Butchery Department with an entrepreneurial mindset. You will engage customers, grow department sales, and manage stock, safety, and team performance.

You will work alongside the Store Manager to implement business plans, optimise displays, and ensure high standards while delivering excellent service in a fast-paced wholesale environment.

Qualifications

• Experience running a butchery department or similar business unit.
• Solid knowledge of all meat proteins and cut types.
• Self-motivated with a drive to succeed and develop a local market.
• Maintaining high standards in stock control, food safety, and displays.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers, offer advice, and develop sales with a focus on local market growth.
• Develop and manage a business plan for the department with Store Manager.
• Schedule and lead a small team, including staff rotas, and cut meat to order.
• Order, stocktake, and manage stock; coordinate deliveries and pickups.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of tools and equipment; manage waste.

Skills

Product knowledge

Team leadership

Stock management

Food safety

Customer service

Meat cutting

Job description

Booker is looking for an experienced butcher to run a Butchery Department with an entrepreneurial mindset. You will engage customers, grow department sales, and manage stock, safety, and team performance.

You will work alongside the Store Manager to implement business plans, optimise displays, and ensure high standards while delivering excellent service in a fast-paced wholesale environment.