Skilled Butcher

If you’re a Skilled Butcher who takes pride in precision, pace, and product quality, this role offers the chance to work in a high-volume, well-structured production environment where your expertise genuinely matters. You’ll be joining a busy and growing team where strong knife skills, especially steak cutting, are essential to maintaining output and standards. What’s in it for you Pay rate of £15 – £20 per hour depending on experience and skill level Early starts with regular early finishes (often before 13:15) 28 days holiday 5% pension contribution 25% staff discount on meat products Supportive, team-focused production environment Relocation support available Future earning potential through productivity bonus and profit / share scheme Your responsibilities as a Skilled Butcher Perform high-quality steak cutting to exact specifications Carry out boning and general butchery across multiple proteins Process beef, pork (including belly and legs), lamb (legs), and some poultry Work efficiently to fulfil daily order volumes (typically 180–260 orders) Follow written specifications and production instructions accurately Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and product quality Work closely with the wider production team and Head Butcher What we’re looking for in a Skilled Butcher: Essential skills and experience Strong steak cutting ability (this is critical) Proven butchery and boning experience Experience working with beef, pork, and lamb Ability to work at speed without compromising quality Confidence completing a practical block test Desirable experience Experience working across multiple protein types Background with transferable knife skills (e.g. chef experience) Experience in high-volume or production-led environments   Junior candidates will be considered if you: Have basic knife skills Are willing to learn and develop Show resilience and a strong work ethic About the working environment: Fast-paced, order-driven production setting Early morning starts (04:00) with one day off during the week Direct and practical communication style Multi-national team environment Background music/radio during shifts   Apply now If you're a Skilled Butcher ready to build on your experience in a high-performing environment, apply now and take the next step in your career