Head Butcher

Catermatch Solutions Ltd; Bury; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading butchery provider in England is seeking an experienced Head Butcher to lead a team across two sites. The role involves precision meat preparation, maintaining high hygiene standards, and providing excellent customer service. Competitive salary of £40,000 per annum, with a strong focus on quality and craft. Ideal for someone who is passionate about the butchery trade and looking for professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Pension contribution

Staff discount

Supportive team environment

Stable full-time hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail butchery, ideally in a senior role.
• Strong knowledge of meat cuts and preparation methods.
• Ability to work across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Break down whole carcasses with precision.
• Prepare and produce sausages and other meat products.
• Deliver outstanding customer service.

Skills

Retail butchery experience

Full carcass breakdown skills

Sausage-making experience

Excellent customer service

Communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Experienced Head Butcher – £40,000 per annum – Full‑Time (40 Hours per Week)

Retail Butchery Customer‑Facing Role

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Head Butcher to lead and develop our busy butchery team across two sites 8 miles apart. As Head Butcher you will maintain the highest standards of product quality, customer service, and operational efficiency on both sites.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional who takes pride in their craft, thrives in a customer‑focused setting, and wants to be part of a close‑knit team that values tradition, quality, and great service. This is a full‑time permanent role with excellent working conditions, competitive pay, and a strong focus on quality, craft, and customer service.

Salary: £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: Full‑time – 40 hours per week, with weekend availability required

Type: Permanent

What You'll Be Doing

• Break down whole carcasses with precision and skill (beef, lamb, pork)
• Joint, bon, trim, and portion meat to specification
• Prepare and produce sausages and other value‑added products
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and cleanliness in all areas
• Ensure counters are well presented, stocked, and visually appealing
• Assist with stock control, waste management, and order preparation
• Deliver outstanding customer service and build relationships with regular customers
• Work closely with the management team to develop new product ranges and seasonal offerings
• Monitor product costings and margins to ensure profitability is maintained
• Support team members to ensure a positive and productive working environment

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in retail butchery, ideally in a senior role
• Full carcass breakdown skills
• Sausage‑making preparation experience
• Strong knowledge of meat cuts, preparation methods, and pricing
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work across multiple locations and manage time effectively
• Must be cost and quality conscious
• A genuine passion for the butchery trade and a desire to continually improve and innovate

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Pension contribution
• Supportive team and working environment
• Staff discount
• Stable full‑time hours
• Opportunity for development within a respected business

This role is perfect for someone who values quality, enjoys customer interaction, and takes pride in their butchery skills.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

In accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. At present, we are only able to consider applications from individuals currently residing in the UK.

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