Apprentice Butcher
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Company: CRANSWICK PLC
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Location: Hull, HU12 8TB
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £22,568.00 per year
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Sector: Sales, marketing and procurement
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Ref: NAS-2000028711
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Application Deadline Date: 31/05/2026
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Start Date: 29/06/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday 06:00-14:30 (16yrs+17yrs) 06:00-14:30 + daily overtime required until production finished (18yrs+)
Brief Description
Work as part of a busy butchery team learning specialist knife skills, meat preparation, trimming and cutting techniques. You will follow strict food safety and hygiene standards while developing knowledge of product quality, traceability and production processes, working towards a Level 2 Butcher Apprenticeship.
Training to be Provided
The apprentice will work towards a Level 2 Butcher Apprenticeship. Training will be delivered through a combination of on-the-job learning and off-the-job study. The apprentice will attend college one day per week during term time, with the remaining four days spent in the workplace gaining practical experience and developing skills under the guidance of experienced staff.
Future Prospects
Upon successful completion of the Level 2 Butcher Apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to progress onto a Level 3 qualification to further develop advanced butchery skills. The employer also aims to offer a full-time position, subject to performance and business needs.
Vacancy Detail
- Learn and develop practical butchery skills, including cutting, trimming and preparing meat products
- Work with a range of meats following specifications and production requirements
- Use knives and butchery equipment safely and effectively
- Follow strict food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures at all times
- Support the preparation and packing of products ready for dispatch
- Check product quality, ensuring standards are met consistently
- Maintain a clean and organised working environment
- Work as part of a team in a fast-paced production setting
- Gain knowledge of traceability, stock control and waste minimisation
- Receive ongoing training and support to build confidence and competence in the role
Other Information
This role is based in a fast-paced food production environment.
You will be on your feet for long periods of time.
Work takes place in chilled conditions, handling raw meat products.
The role can be physically demanding and involves repetitive tasks.
Early starts and set shift patterns may be required.
Strict hygiene, food safety and health & safety standards must be followed at all times.
You will be required to wear appropriate PPE provided by the employer.
You must be able to reliably travel to and from the workplace location.