Apprentice Butcher
THOMPSONS FOOD SERVICES LIMITED · East Of England · NR30 3PR
Apprenticeship
Level 2
Hospitality & Catering
Salaryยฃ8 yearly
LocationEast Of England
PostcodeNR30 3PR
Start date18 Oct 2026
Apply by17 Oct 2026
QualificationButcher (level 2)
Training providermeat east anglia trades (ipswich) limited
Job ID51614
About the role
Butcher Apprenticeship ๐ช Join Our Team!
Are you ready to master the art of butchery and kickstart an awesome career? ๐ We're looking for motivated individuals to learn the trade from the ground up. If you're passionate about food, eager to learn new skills, and want to be part of a dynamic team, this is the opportunity for you!
What you'll be doing:
- Knife Skills Mastery: Learn to handle butchery knives like a pro, developing precise cutting techniques. ๐ก๏ธ
- Full Carcass Breakdown: Discover how to efficiently break down entire carcasses into prime cuts, understanding each section. ๐ฅฉ
- Precision Cutting: Prepare meat to exact customer specifications, ensuring quality and consistency for our diverse product range. โ
- Retail Display: Contribute to creating an enticing and well-stocked counter display, showcasing our premium products to our retail customers. ๐๏ธ
- Food Hygiene Excellence: Uphold our stringent food hygiene standards, maintaining our FSA approval and ensuring a safe environment. ๐งผ
What we're looking for:
- A genuine interest in learning butchery.
- A willingness to work hard and follow instructions.
- A keen eye for detail.
- A commitment to maintaining high hygiene standards.
This is a hands-on role where you'll gain invaluable skills and experience in a well-established, FSA-approved butchery. ๐ฏ Come join our family and carve out a successful future!
Key responsibilities
- Learning knife skills
- Full carcass breakdown
- Meat cutting to specification
- Counter display maintenance
- Maintaining food hygiene