Trainee Butcher

Are you looking to begin a rewarding career in butchery? At Sofina Foods, we offer the chance to learn valuable skills, earn a competitive wage, and grow within a supportive and fast-paced production environment.

As a Trainee Butcher, you’ll be an essential part of our production team—supporting the preparation of meat products across departments including main butchery, slaughter, primal, and middle debone. This is an ideal opportunity for someone ready to learn and build a future in the food industry.

The Ideal Candidate

This role is perfect for individuals who are eager to learn and develop new skills.

You’ll bring:

A positive attitude and willingness to be trained

Good attention to detail and observation skills

Reliability, motivation, and a strong work ethic

Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environmentPrevious experience is not required – full training will be provided.

Competitive rates

Competitive Contributory Pension

Online Benefits Hub

Life assurance scheme

Free onsite parking

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Your Key Responsibilities

As a Trainee Butcher, you will:

Learn and develop butchery skills through hands-on training and mentoring

Support meat preparation tasks across multiple production areas

Follow strict hygiene, quality, and safety standards

Work effectively as part of a team to meet production targets

Embrace continuous improvement in all aspects of your work

A Hands-On Opportunity to Learn, Grow, and Make an Impact