Assistant Head Butcher

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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Assistant Head Butcher to join a respected estate-based food operation supplying both wholesale and internal retail channels. This is a hands-on role within a professional environment where quality, consistency, and high standards are central to the operation. 

What’s in it for you
  • Salary circa £40,000
    Structured daytime shifts with early finishes
  • Health cash plan, wellbeing programme, and gym access
  • Employee discounts, complimentary event tickets, and regular staff events
  • Length of service awards within a stable, long-term operation
  • Opportunity to work within a fully integrated farm-to-fork environment with relocation support potentially available
Your responsibilities as Assistant Head Butcher
  • Support daily production and operational activity across the butchery department
  • Carry out full carcass breakdown and meat preparation across beef, lamb, and pork
  • Assist with production planning and workload coordination
  • Maintain high standards of product quality, presentation, and consistency
  • Ensure food hygiene and safety standards are maintained at all times
  • Step into operational leadership duties when required in the absence of senior management
What we’re looking for in an Assistant Head Butcher
  • Previous butchery experience within production, wholesale, or mixed retail environments
  • Strong technical ability in carcass breakdown and meat preparation
  • Ability to work independently and take operational responsibility when required
  • Good understanding of food safety and hygiene procedures
  • Experience supporting production planning and daily workflow management
Working hours: 6:00am – 3:00pm, 5 days out of 7 

If you are an experienced Assistant Head Butcher looking for a stable opportunity within a high-quality and professional food operation, apply today.
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