Butcher

Experienced Butcher Needed – Merthyr Tydfil

£12.40 to £16.64 per hour (depending on knife skills assessment) | Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Temporary to Permanent

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established food production company seeking experienced butchers with strong meat processing and slaughter experience.

This is a great opportunity for candidates looking for a stable role with weekday hours and clear career progression.

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience in butchery, slaughter, or meat processing is essential
• Excellent knife skills and knowledge of meat cuts
• Able to work in a physically demanding and fast-paced environment
• Valid driving licence and access to reliable transport (limited public transport)
• Willing to complete a knife skills test during the recruitment process — pay rate will be determined based on performance

Role Overview:

• Accurately processing meat products while maintaining high safety and hygiene standards
• Working efficiently within a skilled team
• Participating in training, including Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive pay aligned to skills demonstrated in assessment
• Monday to Friday hours with potential overtime
• Temporary to permanent contract with ongoing training and development

If you meet the above requirements and want to join a reputable production team, please get in touch with us to apply.