Apprentice Butcher
T Appleton & Son LTD · Ripon · posted 8 July 2026
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- Serve customers and provide friendly, professional service
- Assist with preparing and displaying products
- Learn basic butchery and knife skills (with training)
- Handle stock, deliveries, and product rotation
- Maintain cleanliness and food hygiene standards
- Use tills and handle transactions
- Develop product knowledge to advise customers
- Support the day-to-day running of the shop
Your training
- The apprentice will attend college one day per week as part of their off-the-job training
- This day will be dedicated to developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for the apprenticeship standard through a combination of classroom-based learning, practical activities, and tutor-led sessions
- The remaining four days will be spent in the workplace, where the apprentice will apply their learning and gain practical experience relevant to their role
Where it leads
- Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is the opportunity to secure a full-time position within the business
- Apprentices may also progress onto the Level 3 qualification, further developing their skills, knowledge, and career prospects within the industry
- You will have the opportunity to choose your career path be it retail, shop and production butchery
About T Appleton & Son LTD
T Appleton & Son Limited is a family-run business established in 1867, with over 150 years of heritage and five sites across North Yorkshire. We are a supportive and progressive employer, committed to staff development and long-term career opportunities.
You’ll learn from experienced professionals, gaining skills in traditional butchery techniques rarely seen in modern retail, helping to keep a valued trade alive. Our products are locally sourced and freshly prepared each day, reflecting our commitment to quality.
We pride ourselves on building strong customer relationships, offering a personal 1-to-1 service where customers are known, valued, and welcomed as part of the community.
We offer a friendly, team-focused environment with strong staff retention, where personalities shine and people enjoy their work. We have a proven track record of supporting apprentices, with opportunities to progress into full-time and future management roles.
Things to consider
✔️ This is a hands-on, practical role – you’ll be on your feet for most of the day
✔️ You will be working with raw meat and animal products daily
✔️ The role can be physically demanding, including lifting, carrying, and standing for long periods
✔️ Early starts, weekend work, and busy periods (e.g. holidays) are part of the job
✔️ You will be working in chilled environments to maintain food safety standards
✔️ High standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and attention to detail are essential
✔️ You must be comfortable using sharp tools and equipment (full training provided)
✔️ Customer-facing role – confidence and communication are key
✔️ Handling payments and using tills – good basic numeracy and money-handling skills are important
✔️ Understanding weights and measures, including basic calculations and conversions
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade 3/D) — essential
- GCSE Maths (grade 3/D) — essential
Where you'll work
- 6 MARKET PLACE EAST, RIPON, HG4 1BP
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