Butchery Apprentice

As a Butchery Apprentice, your day-to-day duties will include:

Serving Customers:

Providing friendly and efficient service Taking customer orders accurately Offering advice on cuts of meat and preparation methods Handling transactions and using the till

Boning Out Meat:

Learning and assisting with boning and preparing various meats Ensuring correct cutting techniques are followed Maintaining quality and portion control Keeping meat trays filled and tidy Regularly topping up and rotating meat trays Making sure displays are clean, appealing, and well-stocked Ensuring correct labelling and pricing

Pie Making:

Assisting in the preparation of homemade pies Following recipes and instructions Maintaining hygiene and consistency in all products

Training:

The butchery apprenticeship training will take place 1 day a week at Reaseheath College. This will be 12 to 18 months depending on previous experience.

Training Outcome:

Progression after achieving the Level 2 Apprenticeship candidates can progress through to a Level 3 advanced apprenticeship in butchery.

Employer Description:
Spearings are a traditional quality family-run butchers and bakers, owned and operated by three sisters and their mother, proudly continuing the legacy of their late father, Marshall. Their busy shop is well known in the local area for our high standards, excellent service, and loyal regular customers.

Working Hours :
To be discussed at interview stage.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working