Job Description

Join our award-winning family run business established over 45 years ago. Learn the art of butchery, learn the skilled and precise process of preparing meat by cutting, boning, and trimming animal carcasses into various cuts, ensuring each piece meets quality standards.

Butcher apprentices learn how to butcher meat by learning about the tools and techniques used in the trade.


One of the many tasks performed as a butcher is cutting meat. They must weigh the meat and make sure it is of the right size to be sold. They also have to wrap it in some sort of material and put it out for display.


The butcher is a skilled tradesman who can cut meat using a variety of tools. They know the intricacies of animal anatomy and use this knowledge to perform successful cuts. You will also gain a level 2 qualification in:


Food hygiene Health and Safety in the workplace Knife skills Assist experienced butchers in the preparation and cutting of various meats, including beef, pork and poultry, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. Learn and apply proper sanitation and hygiene practices in the processing area. Participate in the training and execution of meat, preparation techniques, including deboning, trimming and portioning. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the work area, tools and equipment. Engage in customer service by providing guidance and product knowledge to customers regarding meat selections. Support inventory management and stock replenishment as needed.








Hours: 40.00 per week



About the employer:


Aune Valley Meat is firmly established as a treasure trove of deliciousness and a mecca for all who love good food. Amidst the varied array of award-winning 'Aune Valley' goodies, many lovingly handmade on site, they stock a carefully curated selection of artisan products from other suppliers whose exacting standards match their own with a decided emphasis on local. Whether products are chosen for taste; innovation; quality or the ethos behind them, the discerning Aune Valley team do not stock anything they wouldn't enjoy themselves at this foodies' Made in Devon heaven.



Requirements and Prospects:


Good communication Active listener


Hard working Passionate


The chance to progress through a well-established local company. Learn the skills of butchery & join a fabulous team.



Training Provided:


You will attend Exeter College one day per month during term time to work towards your Butcher Level 2 Apprenticeship.



Additional Information:


GCSE or equivalent 4/c or above in English and Maths.