Butchery Assistant

Overview

Main Purpose: To assist with preparation of customer orders whilst upholding Food Hygiene rules and Health & Safety regulations.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Making hand made beef burgers as instructed.
• Assisting with putting customer orders together ensuring correct products are selected.
• Labelling orders correctly including correct allergy and ingredient information.
• Ensure preparation methods comply with all Food Hygiene regulations.
• Ensure a high level of hygiene of premises, equipment and staff.
• Ensure duties are carried out in the correct manner, wearing the correct uniform at all times.
• Assisting with unloading of overnight deliveries.
• Ensure produce is stored in the correct places e.g. separation of fresh and cooked meats.
• Ensure all temperature controls and hazard analysis procedures are in place and followed correctly.
• Assist with any day-to-day cleaning of equipment and work areas to ensure efficiency and sterilization.
• Report any faults or problems with machinery to the Butchery Manager promptly.
• Ensure the removal of waste food and rubbish at appropriate times.
• Comply with Food Hygiene, Health & Safety regulations, C.O.S.H.H. Regulations and Fire Policy.
• Work as a team with other staff to ensure orders are prepared and fulfilled correctly.

This job description is a guideline to the duties required and may be amended in light of changing circumstances.

Person Specification:

Skills and abilities:

• Ability to listen to instruction and carry out duties accordingly.
• Attention to detail ensuring all labelling is correct.
• Courteous and helpful attitude in dealing with all colleagues.
• Willingness to undertake training.
• Good concentration levels.
• Good fitness levels and high physical stamina.
• Manual handling skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively with colleagues.
• High standard of personal hygiene and appearance.
• Aware of safety procedures.
• Self-motivated, flexible, and proactive.
• Reliable, honest, and trustworthy.
• Punctual and able to work under pressure.
• Capable of working within a team.

Hours of work: Sunday to Saturday 21.00 to 6.00am (Night off to be agreed).

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Schedule: Night shift.

Experience:

• Butchering: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person.