Job Description

Head Butcher - (Dual Site) Summerseat & Bradley Fold Garden Centres

Location:

On-site at Summerseat & Bradley Fold | Hours: full time

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Head Butcher to lead and develop our busy butchery team at Summerseat and Bradley Fold Garden Centres. As Head Butcher, you will work across both sites, maintaining the highest standards of product quality, customer service, and operational efficiency.

What You'll Be Doing

Lead daily butchery operations across both sites. Break down full carcasses (beef, pork, and lamb) with skill and precision. Produce high-quality products including hand-linked sausages and burgers Always maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards. Deliver outstanding customer service and build relationships with regular customers. Work closely with the management team to develop new product ranges and seasonal offerings. Monitor product costings and margins to ensure profitability is maintained. Support team members to ensure a positive and productive working environment.

What We're Looking For

Proven experience in retail butchery, ideally in a senior role. Full carcass breakdown skills. Sausage-making preparation experience. Strong knowledge of meat cuts, preparation methods, and pricing. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Ability to work across multiple locations and manage time effectively. Must be cost and quality conscious. A genuine passion for the butchery trade and a desire to continually improve and innovate.

How to apply

Hand your CV and Cover letter into the tills or e-mail applicants@sbfgc.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 40,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person