Fairfax Meadow is one of the UK’s leading catering butchers; with over 40 years experience providing Meat & Poultry to the Pub, Restaurant and Hotel Trade. We are proud of our people and believe they are a key factor for our continued success.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Good knowledge of food hygiene is advantageous; however, full training will be given.
• Previous butchery experience required.
  This is a description of the role as it is presently constituted and is a summary of the main duties but is not exhaustive. It may be reviewed and/or updated regularly in discussion with the post holder or as organisational focus/needs change.
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: £32,736.60 per year

Experience:

• Butchery: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In perso

ROLE OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE

The purpose of the Butcher role is to cut product to meet specifications and pack/scan in a presentable manner ready for distribution. To show a commitment to food safety, legality, quality and integrity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To ensure that meat is prepared to the customers’ specification and that the correct product is supplied.
• To ensure that Hygiene and Health & Safety practices are adhered to at all times.
• To adhere to the companies Hygiene and Health & Safety Rules.
• To ensure that red meat and poultry are not handled at the same time to avoid cross contamination.
• To ensure that raw meat is not handled at the same time as wrapped cooked meats to avoid cross contamination.
• To inform the Production Supervisor of any problems with meats received.
• To inform the Production Supervisor of any defects in equipment.
• Ensure all butchery is of the highest standards and in accordance with the specifications.
• Ensure all meat used is correct for the job.
• Ensure stock is held and rotated in line with requirements of the business and agreed company procedures.