Apprentice Butcher
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Company: E. V. Slack Family Butchers
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Location: DONCASTER, DN11 9AS
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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-2000043030
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Application Deadline Date: 14/08/2026
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Start Date: 14/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Working Week: Tuesday to Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm, and Saturday 8:00am–2:00pm. 40-hour week. Exact hours will be confirmed by the employer. One day per week will be spent at Bishop Burton College.
Brief Description
Join E V Slack Butchers as a Level 2 Butcher Apprentice. Gain hands-on experience in meat preparation, cutting, customer service, food safety and product presentation while working alongside experienced butchers. Earn while you learn and build a long-term career in the industry.
Training to be Provided
The apprentice will typically spend four days per week in the workplace, gaining practical skills and experience, and one day per week at Bishop Burton College completing their off-the-job training. College attendance will support the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to achieve the Level 2 Butcher apprenticeship standard.
Future Prospects
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to progress into a permanent full-time role and/or continue your development by undertaking the Level 3 Butcher apprenticeship, subject to performance and business needs.
Vacancy Detail
The apprentice will learn how to prepare meat products, serve customers, make sausages and burgers, help with counter displays, follow food safety procedures, clean down equipment and work as part of the shop team.
Other Information
This is a practical, hands-on role involving standing for long periods, manual handling, working in chilled environments and handling raw meat. You will use a range of butchery equipment, including knives, mincers, sausage fillers, burger presses and wrapping equipment. PPE, including aprons, gloves and chain mail where required, will be provided. Early starts and cleaning duties form part of the role.