Butchery Apprenticeship Programme

Butchery Apprenticeship Programme focuses on learn the basics: acquire foundational knowledge in butchery principles, meat species, and carcass processing techniques.

What the role involves

• Learn the Basics: Acquire foundational knowledge in butchery principles, meat species, and carcass processing techniques.
• Master Your Craft: Develop knife skills for cutting, boning, trimming, and mincing meat.
• Gain Industry Insight: Understand the meat sector's history, values, culture, and traditions.

Skills and requirements

• No formal qualifications required! We'll support you towards completing your Level 1 Functional Skills.
• Keen to develop your skills and grow within the company.

Confirmed role details

• Earn £12.71 per hour from day one - well above the National Minimum Wage for an apprenticeship.
• Extra Rewards: You could also earn up to an extra £2,500 during the programme through milestone incentive payments.
• 40 hours per week.
• Start Date: Summer 2026 - We will work around you and your current commitments!

Additional role context

• Over our 70-year history, we have grown to 14,000 strong team and have built a reputation for quality and innovation.
• Learn from experienced mentors and be part of a supportive, dynamic team.
• This apprenticeship is a Level 2 programme that will give you the foundations for a fulfilling career in meat processing.