Principal Butcher | Louth LN11

Job Title:  Principal Butcher

Reports to / Line Manager: Livestock Director

Start Date:  ASAP

Approximate Salary:  Competitive & Depending on Experience

Benefits: Pension Scheme, Discount on Estate products

Hours worked per week: 37.5 Hours a week.

Day worked per week: Monday to Friday with Weekend events (TOIL given).

On call: on occasions

Annual holiday entitlement:  20 days annual leave and 8 statutory days

Estate Background:

The village of South Ormsby is an estate of c3000 acres nestled within the Lincolnshire Wolds and is an area of outstanding natural beauty, rich in wildlife.

The custodians of the South Ormsby Estate are restoring the heritage of the estate and rejuvenating the local economy.

Building upon a historic past and using the latest technology their vision is to create the best place to invest, work, live, play, and retire to.

At the South Ormsby Estate, we have a pedigree herd of 400+ Original Population Lincoln Red cattle, which are on the ‘Rare Breeds Survival Trusts’ vulnerable list, with only 400 cows in the UK.  We are undergoing organic conversion, we are an accredited Pasture for Life estate, and we hold a strong biodiversity ethos. Website: https://southormsbyestate.co.uk

Using the latest technology and age-honoured skills and techniques, South Ormsby Estate aims to be among the best “go-to” farming businesses for sharing best practice and Knowledge Exchange, including the best of Pasture for Life and Organic Farmers and Growers standard.

The Estate is dedicated to enhancing and protecting wildlife habitats, soil and water. Looking after the natural environment is a leading priority for the arable and livestock businesses which play a crucial role in developing and enriching the natural and social environment.

In short, the aim is to create the best farming estate in the world.

 

Purpose of the role:

In this role the Principal Butcher will be responsible to ensure supply for all red meat and poultry sales both online. The PB will be an advocate of the meat products, ready to attend events to promote our range of products from our farm.

The PB will be first and foremost responsible for the cutting and sale of beef and other red meat as it comes into production. He/she will also be ready to help with the slaughter and preparation of poultry along side our poultry manager.

In the future, our organic Pasture for Life sheep business / heritage pigs will come into production. The successful applicant will be confident to butcher and understand best cooking uses for all of the animal groups from our farming operations.

 

Duties and responsibilities:

To be knowledgeable of carcass grading and conformation with a confident approach to butchering from a full carcass.To be able to discuss meat quality and cooking of our product when promoting them to customers.With some experience of B to B and B to C market engagement and sales completion on a range of livestock productsWorking with production teams to deliver premium quality consistently.To persuasively promote the deliciousness of our Lincoln red meat, poultry and dairy products and how best to enjoy them.To assist with customer needs when required and ensuring customer enquiries and orders are fulfilled.Keeping track of stock records on fileBeing able to recognise any new orders using our online ordering system.Complete required South Ormsby Estate training with a focus of self-development

 

Person Specification

Self-motivated, enthusiastic and capable of working alone.Strong communication and interpersonal skillsThe ability to plan and prioritise workloads with a structured approach.Good administrative and computer skillsHappy to do training to expand their knowledge.Working to exacting deadlines.A full driving licence is required.

Education level:

Minimum: No minimum

Ideally: NVQ (Level 3) Food technology

Experience: 

Minimum At least 2 years of experience as a butcher.Ideally: Some experience in Kitchen (Commis-Chef) and or cheese production.

Personal attributes and other requirements:

Shows attention to detail in all aspects of their work and a commitment to excellence in all areas.Must be clean and well presented at all times with a high regard for Food Hygiene.

Great things about this opportunity:

If you are interested in this excellent opportunity, to work for South Ormsby Estate ensuring of smooth delivery for our customers’ needs and can provide a reliable and friendly service please contact: [email protected]