Trainee Butcher

County Foods, a successful supplier of meat products, delicatessen, and dry goods to the catering industry, are currently recruiting a **Trainee Butcher** to work within our busy day shift production team due to increased business.

**Summary**

As a Trainee Butcher, you will be integral to our food preparation team, reporting to the senior production team. This role focuses on developing your butchery skills, including knife techniques and food safety practices. You will gain hands-on experience in food production and culinary processes, ensuring high-quality meat products to meet customer specifications. Skills in food preparation, alongside relevant experience in kitchen and restaurant environments, would be preferred but not essential. Part of your training will be learning to uphold our company standards for excellence and safety in food handling.

**Join us to embark on a rewarding career in butchery.**

**WORKING HOURS**:
**Day Shift**: 40 hours per week

Monday to Friday 5:00am or 6:00am start/2:30 or 3:30pm finish

1 day off during the week (to be discussed and confirmed at interview)

Saturdays 5:00am - 12:00pm

A total of 1 hour as unpaid breaks each working day.

6 day per week contracts are available. Please discuss this at interview if you would prefer a 6 day per week contract. Max hours to be worked 48 hours per week.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.25 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount

Work Location: In person