Apprentice Butcher
E. V. Slack Family Butchers, Rossington, Doncaster
Apprentice Butcher
£16,640 a year
E. V. Slack Family Butchers, Rossington, Doncaster
- Full time
- Permanent
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 1 week ago, 16 Jul | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: 14-08-2026 (In 21 days)
Job ref: None
Location ref: Rossington, Doncaster
Full Job Description
Introduction
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.
About the Employer
Join an award-winning, fifth-generation family business where you'll learn from experienced Master Butchers in a genuine 'farm to fork' environment. E V Slack & Sons has over 100 years of butchery heritage, operating its own farm, on-site abattoir, traditional butcher's shop and coffee shop, making it an excellent place to begin a long-term career in the industry.
What You'll Do
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.
Training Outcome
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.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer care skills
- Presentation skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Physical fitness
Qualifications
- Essential - GCSE - English - 3/D
- Essential - GCSE - Maths - 3/D
Course Information
Course: Butcher (level 2)
Level: 2
Route: Sales, marketing and procurement
Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate
Working Arrangements
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.
Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Training Provider: BISHOP BURTON COLLEGE