Butchery Operative

The Newt in Somerset; Galhampton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Life Cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Spa access

50% off Spa Treatments

Complimentary gym access

Cycle to Work

Complimentary staff meal

30% staff discount

Free delivery

Garden membership

Newt Awards

Job summary

The Newt in Somerset is seeking a hands-on Butchery Operative to join our busy team at the Hadspen estate. You'll help prepare, portion and pack estate-reared produce across Farm Shop and Avalon Butchery, learning from experienced butchers and keeping pace with a fast, quality-focused environment.

This role offers 40 hours per week over 5 days, with a pay rate up to £12.92 per hour plus a quarterly performance bonus, plus extensive staff benefits and discounts.

Qualifications

• Reliable, positive and willing to learn.
• Comfortable working under supervision and following instructions.
• Good working pace with strong attention to detail.
• Flexible and happy to support a variety of tasks and sites.
• Basic food handling experience, or willingness to train.
• Ability to follow specifications and instructions accurately.
• Comfortable carrying out repetitive manual tasks in a chilled environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, weigh and pack products to specification under supervision.
• Support e-commerce order picking and packing at the Farm Shop.
• Help replenish the Farm Shop retail counter during quieter periods.
• Support the production of bacon, sausages, burgers and charcuterie at Avalon.
• Assist with deliveries, stock rotation and maintaining stock levels.
• Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic working environment in line with HACCP and food safety procedures.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and traceability procedures, completing basic records in Mango where required.
• Work flexibly across different tasks and, where needed, across our Butchery sites.

Skills

Reliable

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Willing to learn

Flexible

Basic food hygiene

Education

Level 2 Food Safety qualification

Job description

Butchery Operative

Up to £12.92 per hour plus quarterly performance bonus and fantastic benefits

40 hours per week across 5 days | Standard hours 8:30am-5pm

Due to the location of the Estate, a driving licence is recommended for this role

Advert closes: Monday 5 October 2026 at 5pm

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Learn about The Newt in Somerset

Get hands-on with exceptional, estate-reared produce and build your skills at the heart of our busy Butchery team.

Our Butchery Operative

Our Butchery Operative plays an important hands-on role within our Butchery team, helping us turn estate-reared livestock into exceptional products for our customers. Working across either our Farm Shop Butchery or Avalon Butchery, you’ll support our experienced Butchers with preparation, packing and production, learning along the way and helping to keep everything running smoothly.

At the Farm Shop, you could be preparing products, supporting e-commerce orders and keeping our retail counter well stocked. At Avalon, you’ll help create everything from bacon and sausages to burgers and charcuterie. It’s a varied, practical role for someone who enjoys working at pace, takes pride in the details and is keen to develop their skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, weigh and pack products to specification under supervision.
• Support e-commerce order picking and packing at the Farm Shop.
• Help replenish the Farm Shop retail counter during quieter periods.
• Support the production of bacon, sausages, burgers and charcuterie at Avalon.
• Assist with deliveries, stock rotation and maintaining appropriate stock levels.
• Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic working environment in line with HACCP and food safety procedures.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and traceability procedures, completing basic records in Mango where required.
• Work flexibly across different tasks and, where needed, across our Butchery sites.

What we can offer

• A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
• Peace of mind with Employee Life Cover, providing your nominated loved one with 2x your salary.
• Support from our Employee Assistance Programme, including unlimited 24/7 remote GP appointments for you and your family.
• Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% off Spa Treatments.
• Stay in shape with complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes.
• Access to our Cycle to Work scheme, supporting wellbeing and sustainable commuting.
• Complimentary staff meal when onsite – crafted by our dedicated kitchen team, often featuring fresh produce from our estate.
• Enjoy shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases.
• Complimentary garden membership for The Newt and our partner gardens, including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan.
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme – Newt Awards, with the opportunity to achieve amazing rewards, including a complimentary Hotel Stay.
• Discover exclusive perks with discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a 30% discount at our restaurants.
• A team that knows how to have fun with regular team engagement activities, including Fun Squad events.
• Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team.

What we're looking for

• Reliable, positive and willing to learn.
• Comfortable working under supervision and following instructions.
• A good working pace with strong attention to detail.
• Flexible and happy to support a variety of tasks and, where required, different sites.
• Basic food handling, kitchen or production experience, or a willingness to train.
• Ability to follow specifications and instructions accurately.
• Comfortable carrying out repetitive manual tasks within a chilled production environment.
• Level 2 Food Safety qualification, or willingness to complete this through The Newt Academy.

Where you'll be working

The Newt Butchery transforms estate-reared livestock into premium, provenance-led products for Retail, Hospitality, E-commerce and Wholesale channels. The department operates across two sites: the Farm Shop Butchery at Hadspen, a single counter serving both retail walk-in customers and e-commerce fulfilment, and Avalon Butchery, dedicated to processed meat production; bacon, sausages, burgers and charcuterie.

Who are we- The Newt in Somerset

Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates unparalleled experiences.

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