We are looking for dedicated, food loving people to join our team
We currently have 2 positions available
The first is for a Butcher
We are looking for a skilled and dedicated, experienced senior Butcher to join our small enthusiastic team
You will ideally possess a strong background in meat preparation and presentation and have a passion for locally farmed produce
You will have extensive experience in, and will be fully responsible for, ordering of all raw produce for the counters and dry ageing fridge
You will oversee the shop presentation generally and will manage and support other colleagues
You will be expected to meet our farmers and form a strong relationship with all suppliers we have built up over nearly 10 years
You will be responsible for food compliance and food safety standards reporting any issues directly to the owner
You will have excellent customer skills and will continue to promote our focus on the best customer experience
You will also:
Prepare and present the raw counter and maintain an overview of the shop presentation generally
Ensure all meat deliveries are stored and logged correctly, adhering to relevant food safety law and best practice
Monitor inventory levels of meat products and ensure stock is maintained at suitable level
Maintain health and safety organisation within the shop and implement the shop HACCP plan
Perform regular equipment monitoring and maintenance to ensure all are in good working condition
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices related to food preparation and presentation
We need you to:
Be fully qualified with extensive experience with at least Food Hygiene level 3
Have excellent attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards
Be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while adhering to deadlines
Have strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team
LOVE food and the farming industry
And the other bits:
Full-time
Pay from £34,000.00 per year
Plus:
- Bonus scheme
- Company pension
- Sick pay
- Store discount
The other is for a food loving Deli Manager
You will run the delicatessen side of the shop with the occasional foray into the butchery section! You will control the ordering, display presentation and stock control
You will enjoy serving and chatting with our wide range of loyal customers, so some knowledge of cheese, charcuterie, wine and all things deli related, would be a great advantage
We are open 6 days a week (Tues – Sunday), so weekend work will be required
We have a great team here and you will be supported as necessary by our senior butcher and other staff
Ideally you will have a food safety certificate to level 2 and will be well versed in issues around hygiene and record keeping
What else will you be doing?
Maintaining an organised and tidy shop environment, ensuring products are well-displayed
Always assessing new stock opportunities
Logging all deliveries and processing them through the shop Food Hygiene system
Enhancing our customer’s shopping experience
Handle customer enquiries or concerns with professionalism and empathy
Collaborate with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain high standards of customer service
What else do you need?
Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of other languages is desirable but not essential
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively engage with our regular customers and suppliers
Ability to work well in a team environment while also being self-motivated. Must have the ability to work well under pressure and unsupervised
Excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail
A friendly attitude and a passion for food and exceptional customer service
And the other bits…
Full Time
From £26,500.00 per year
Plus:
- Bonus scheme
- Company pension
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Join us and be part of a dynamic team that values customer satisfaction and teamwork!
Deadline for applications is the 11th October
If you are interested in either of these roles then send us your CV or any questions to butcher@butchers-quarter.co.uk