Trainee Butcher January 2026 Intake (Westerleigh Site)

Full-Time Permanent Join Our Butchery Academy

Ready to learn a skilled trade and build a long-term career in the food industry? Our Butchery Academy at Westerleigh is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our January 2026 intake as Trainee Butchers.

This is your chance to gain hands-on experience, learn from industry experts, and develop valuable skills in a supportive environment.

• Structured Training Programme: 12 weeks of dedicated training to give you all the skills you need to be successful including:

• • Knife safety, handling, sharpening, and PPE
  • Health & Safety, ergonomics, and injury prevention
  • Food Safety essentials
  • Practice new skills in our academy before moving to production lines
  • Workstation stretches for comfort and safety
  • A choice of areas in which to specialise to suit your skills

• Clear progression and specialisation options:

• • Move from Trainee to Grade 2 butcher on successful completion of the academy
  • Opportunities to progress to Grade 1, improving your earning potential

• Permanent, full-time contract from day one

What to Expect

• Work in a chilled environment with physical tasks (well support you with ergonomic exercises during your first 30 days)
• Learn the craft of butchery, including precision cutting and working with different meat sections
• Be part of a team that values quality, safety, and continuous improvement

Who Were Looking For

• Reliable, motivated individuals with a strong work ethic
• Comfortable with physical work and standing for long periods
• No previous experience required full training provided
• Perfect for those starting their first role or seeking a career change

Programme Details

• Start Date: Mid-January 2026
• Location: Westerleigh Site
• Contract: Full-time, permanent

Why Join Us?

• Very competitive salary
• Excellent healthcare benefits, including access to a 24/7 GP service and physio sessions.
• 28 holiday days each year (25 days flexible booking with 3 bank holidays). Additionally we offer a holiday purchase scheme
• Discounted staff shopping onsite on a range of products
• Free will writing service
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Interested?
Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career in butchery. xbpsjku Recruitment days will be held at the end of January giving you the opportunity to learn about our business and this opportunity.