Butcher Apprentice
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Company: Grover Butchers
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Location: SOUTHAMPTON, SO32 1AA
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Sales, marketing and procurement
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Ref: NAS-2000039123
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Application Deadline Date: 17/07/2026
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Start Date: 03/08/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Tuesday to Friday, 8.00am to 5.00pm. Saturday, 8.00am to 4.00pm (1 hour lunch break).
Brief Description
An excellent opportunity to learn the Butchery in a High Class Butchers who pride themselves on quality meats and handmade sausages, burgers, pies and ready meals. The successful candidate will be mentored by butchers with joint experience culminating of over 55 years.
If you have a passion for butchery we would like to hear from you.
Training to be Provided
The training which supports the apprenticeship will be delivered both at the place of work and on day release at the industry standard butchery facilities at Sparsholt College Hampshire, Westley Lane, Sparsholt, Winchester, Hampshire. SO21 2NF.
Future Prospects
A permanent job will be available for the right candidate.
Vacancy Detail
The typical tasks that the apprentice will do on a normal working day will include:
- Breaking down whole animal carcasses (beef, pork, lamb, poultry) into primal and retail cuts using various butchering techniques.
- Trimming, deboning, and portioning meat into steaks, chops, joints and roasts according to customer specifications or established standards.
- Sausage, burger and pie making and preparation of ready meals.
- Hygiene & Safety: Maintaining a scrupulously clean work area, sanitising tools (knives, saws, grinders), and adhering to food safety regulations to prevent cross-contamination.
- Must have the capability to stand for long shifts, perform repetitive tasks and lift heavy items.
Other Information
- Must have the capability to stand for long shifts, perform repetitive tasks and lift heavy items.
- Must be capable of working as part of a team and be customer focused.