Skilled Butcher/Butchery Operative (Boning & Trimming)

We’re recruiting Skilled Butchers/Butchery Operatives to join established, high-quality meat processing and foodservice operations across North London, supplying premium products to retail, hospitality and wholesale clients. 

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced butchers looking for stable, long-term work in a fast-paced, professional environment where skill, consistency and performance are valued. 

What’s on offer

• Starting hourly rate from £14.00, with increases based on experience, skill level, output, and competency
• Opportunity to earn £29k–£40k+ depending on hours worked (40–55 hours per week)
• Ongoing opportunities for development and upskilling
• Stable, long-term employment within established operations
• Supportive team environment with clear structure and expectations

What you’ll be doing as Skilled Butcher/Butchery Operative
These roles sit within modern butchery and production environments, combining traditional craft skills with structured, high-volume operations. Ideal for candidates with backgrounds in wholesale, food production, or processing environments looking to develop further. Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out boning, trimming, portioning, and cutting of beef, pork, lamb and poultry (chicken)
• Working to production targets for yield, quality, and throughput
• Maintaining high standards of knife work accuracy and efficiency
• Following food safety, hygiene, and HACCP procedures
• Operating safely within a chilled production environment
• Working as part of a team to deliver consistent product standards

What we’re looking for in a Skilled Butcher/Butchery Operative

• Proven experience in butchery or meat processing
• Strong knife skills, including boning and trimming
• Carcass breakdown experience highly desirable across beef, lamb, pork, and poultry
• Understanding of yield, cutting specifications, and product quality
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
• Reliable, consistent, and able to work as part of a team
• Comfortable working in chilled conditions

Full right to work in the UK required (no sponsorship available) 

If you are a skilled butcher or experienced knife hand ready for your next opportunity in North London, apply today and take the next step in your career.