Apprentice Process Butcher
Foyle Food Group Limited · Gloucestershire · posted 23 July 2026
Wage
£26,734.50 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Butcher (level 2)
Starts
7 September 2026
Closing date
28 August 2026
Positions
5
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- Learn professional knife skills safely and confidently
- Prepare and process meat to customer specifications
- Work within a modern food production environment
- Follow food safety, hygiene and quality procedures
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and housekeeping
- Handle products carefully and efficiently
- Understand traceability and animal welfare requirements
- Work safely and follow Health & Safety procedures
- Support your team to achieve daily production targets
- Complete your apprenticeship training and develop new skills
- Full training will be provided from your first day
Your training
- Training will take place on site and may be a blend of virtual and face to face sessions.
Where it leads
- Successful completion of the Level 2 Process Butcher Apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a long-term career within Foyle Food Group
- Future development opportunities may become available as experience grows and business needs evolve
About Foyle Food Group Limited
Foyle Food Group is one of the UK's leading beef processors, supplying high-quality products across the UK and internationally.
· One of the UK's leading beef processors
· Over 45 years of industry expertise
· Family-owned business with an excellent reputation
· Modern facilities using advanced technology
· Genuine investment in apprentices and employee development
· Clear career progression opportunities
· Supportive working environment
· Earn while you learn
Skills they're looking for
Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience
Entry requirements
- GCSE Maths and English (grade C / 4 or above) — desired
Where you'll work
- Forest Vale Industrial Estate, Forest Vale Road Cinderford, Gloucestershire, GL14 2PH
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