Experienced Butcher

Blue Arrow; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is currently seeking an Experienced Butcher in the Perthshire area. This full-time, permanent position offers a salary of £30,000 - £35,000 per annum. Responsibilities include handling all aspects of the butchery department, maintaining product quality, and delivering excellent customer service. Candidates should have proven butchery experience and formal training. Benefits include healthcare plans, discounts, and a generous holiday entitlement that increases with service.

Benefits

Healthcare plan after one year of service

Significant discounts in our restaurant

Subsidised staff transport

Generous employee referral scheme

Holiday entitlement increasing with service

Qualifications

• Proven experience in butchery with a deep knowledge of meat types.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in food handling.
• Formal training in butchery or related fields is essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of the butchery department including procurement and sales.
• Demonstrate skills in deboning, trimming, and packaging meats.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and advise on meat choices.
• Train and mentor junior butchers to enhance knowledge and service.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety regulations.

Skills

Proven experience as a butcher

Understanding of health and safety regulations

Strong knowledge of meat types and butchery techniques

Education

Formal training in butchery or a related field

Job description

Blue Arrow is currently recruiting an Experienced Butcher for our client in the Perthshire area!!

Location: Perthshire area

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum

Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of the butchery department, including product selection, procurement, presentation, and sales.
• Demonstrate expert skills in deboning, trimming, grinding, and packaging various meats.
• Deliver exceptional customer service, advising customers on meat and poultry choices based on their preferences.
• Maintain the highest product quality standards in line with company and local health regulations.
• Train and mentor junior butchers and counter assistants, fostering product knowledge and service excellence.
• Manage stock control and inventory to ensure adequate supply and minimise waste.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and workplace safety regulations.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience as a butcher with strong knowledge of meat types and butchery techniques.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations related to food preparation and storage.
• Formal training in butchery or a related field is essential.

Benefits

• Healthcare plan after one year of service
• Significant discounts in our restaurant and across the store (increasing with service)
• Subsidised staff transport from Perth and local hubs (free for NEC Card holders and Young Scot free bus holders)
• Generous employee referral scheme
• Holiday entitlement that increases with service

If interested, please apply or send your CV to (url removed)

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