Butcher

Gallaghers Quality Meats; Ballybofey; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Gallagher's Quality Meats of Ballybofey invites an experienced butcher to join our family business that prides itself on traditional meat preparation and locally sourced produce. You will bone, portion and prepare beef, lamb, pork and poultry, support the retail counter, maintain HACCP standards and accurate production records, and help keep the shop visually appealing throughout the day.

Applicants should have English language proficiency and the legal right to work in Ireland; prior experience

Qualifications

• Must have the legal right to work in Ireland.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, bone, trim and portion beef, lamb, pork and poultry to company standards.
• Produce a range of retail cuts, joints, steaks and other premium meat products.
• Prepare value-added products such as burgers, sausages and other specialty items as required.
• Rotate stock and maintain FIFO to minimise waste.
• Support the retail counter and ensure displays are well stocked and visually appealing.

Skills

English (C1-Advanced)

Job description

Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

Role Purpose

As a Butcher, you will play a key role in preparing the premium meat products that Gallagher's Quality Meats is renowned for. Working primarily within the preparation area, you will prepare and present a wide range of meat products to the highest standards of quality, food safety and presentation. You will also support the retail counter by ensuring it remains fully stocked and visually appealing throughout the day. While your primary place of work will be the Ballybofey site, you may occasionally be required to support production within the company's off-site boning hall. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected family business that takes genuine pride in traditional butchery and locally sourced produce.

Measurable Outputs

• Prepare high-quality meat products that meet Gallagher's exacting quality standards.
• Maintain 100% compliance with food safety, hygiene and traceability procedures.
• Ensure the retail counter remains fully stocked, fresh and professionally presented.
• Minimise waste through effective stock rotation and careful product preparation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve daily production and retail objectives.

Role Duties & Responsibilities

Traditional Butchery & Meat Preparation

• Prepare, bone, trim and portion beef, lamb, pork and poultry to company standards.
• Produce a range of retail cuts, roasting joints, steaks and other premium meat products.
• Prepare value-added products including burgers, sausages and other speciality products where required.
• Ensure all products are consistently prepared, weighed and presented to a high standard.

Retail Counter & Merchandising

• Replenish and maintain the retail display counter throughout the trading day.
• Ensure products are attractively presented and appropriately labelled.
• Rotate stock effectively using FIFO principles.
• Support colleagues in maintaining a clean, well-stocked and inviting retail environment.

Food Safety, Hygiene & Traceability

• Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness and hygiene at all times.
• Follow all HACCP procedures, food safety legislation and company policies.
• Ensure full product traceability and accurate completion of production records.
• Monitor and record temperatures in accordance with company procedures.
• Report any quality or food safety concerns promptly.

Stock Control & Waste Management

• Assist with daily production planning.
• Receive, store and handle stock safely and efficiently.
• Minimise waste through careful preparation and stock rotation.
• Assist with stock counts and inventory management where required.

Person Specification

• Previous experience working as a butcher or within a professional meat preparation environment.
• Competent knife skills and experience preparing retail meat products.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, HACCP and food safety standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Must have the legal right to work in Ireland.

• Sector: manufacturing

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 0
• Minimum Qualification: No Qualification
• Specialising In: butchery, boning and rolling, breaking carcasses, slicing meat, working with beef, lamb, pork, chicken
• Languages: English C1-Advanced

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Customer Service, Interpersonal Skills
• Competency Skills: Priority Planning, Teamwork, Time Management, Working on own Initiative
• Driving Licence: Full B