Butchery Apprentice

Maintaining cleanliness and safety, ensuring all
Equipment is properly maintained Creating meat products such as sausages, burgers and pies Weighing, packaging and pricing meat products Sales and customer service Cutting and preparing meat products (sellable products such as steaks, chops, and joints).

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 At the end of this apprenticeship, you will achieve an intermediate apprenticeship in Level 2 butchery and apprentices must achieve Level 2 Food Safety Award, Level 2 Health & Safety in the Food Supply Chain Award, and Level 2 Knife Skills Award prior to taking the end-point assessment Apprentices without functional skills level 1 or equivalent English and mathematics will need to achieve this level and take the test for level 2 English and mathematics prior to taking the end-point assessment Progression after achieving the Level 2 Apprenticeship, candidates can progress through to a Level 3 advanced apprenticeship in butchery

Training Outcome:
Full-time role, working within a family business setting

Employer Description:

Staffordshire Traditional Meats offers a variety of high-quality, locally sourced meats, including beef, lamb, and pork, with a focus on traditional preparation methods and traceability.

Staffordshire Traditional Meats is a butcher located in Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, known for its commitment to quality and sustainability. They source their meat from their own farm and a network of carefully selected partner farms, ensuring full traceability and high welfare standards for the animals.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, hours to be discussed at interview stage.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working