Skilled Butcher

About Cranswick Country Foods:

Cranswick is one of the largest food producers in the United Kingdom and have stayed true to our simple ethos - to create authentically made British food, without compromise.

People are at the heart of the business - from the farm to the factory to the retail shelf, our people deliver exceptional food experiences. We were founded on expertise, but we are also entrepreneurs, seeking out opportunities, encouraged by our culture that allows great commercial ideas to flourish.

We are looking for skilled butchers to join the team at our Ballymena site (BT42 1EA ). Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a block test to determine grade to start on and relevant pay grade.

***Please note this is for experienced butchers that are currently working in or have recently worked in food production***

Main Duties Include (but not limited to)

• To work to the department targets and yields, cutting and butchering any part of the carcass to specification
• All muscles on any primal, on any line, within the Butchery Hall to be cut correctly, seamed and trimmed to the required standard
• All bones to be removed from any primal and to the required standard
• Complete all tasks on the Cutting Line (including knife work)
• Competent in operating all saws on the Cutting Line, including the loin derinder

What We Look For

• Experience in a similar role - Butcher/Trimmer
• Knife skills essential
• Able to work in fast-paced environment to daily targets
• Food Safety and hygiene knowledge
• Attention to detail

What We Can Offer

• Job stability at a growing and expanding company
• Strong commitment to progression and personal development
• Weekly pay
• 29 days annual leave entitlement (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Purchase company shares through discounted share scheme
• Company pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution
• Cycle to work scheme, retail discounts app, health and wellbeing programme

Hourly Rate

Starting at £12.86 - £18.02 per hour

Hours

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday - 06:00 - 14:30

Benefits:
Company Shares

Cycle to work

Company Shares

Staff Discounts

Car parking