Assistant Head Butcher

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