Butchery Academy Trainer
Monday – Friday, 06.00 – 14.30
40 hrs contract
Cranswick Country Foods, Staithes Road, Preston, Hull, HU12 8TB
Main duties include (but not limited to):
- Train and support apprentices to achieve correct quality standards.
- To lead by example and take a hands-on approach to all aspects of training.
- To ensure that all supporting training documents are filled in accurately.
- To instigate all aspects of training as directed by the Area Manager/ Butchery Manager.
- Co-ordinate line rotation and changeovers ensuring each member of the team knows and executes their role effectively.
- Liaise with the Quality Champion and QA’s to ensure all WIP documentation and operational checks are completed to the required standard.
- Liaise with other Line Leader / Area Leaders in service departments regarding any potential production and material issues.
- Ensure management of line break times. Inform the Area Manager of individuals breaching break limits and assist in investigations where necessary.
- Ensure accurate recording of yield, waste and other key metrics, and maintain a culture of awareness as to why this is important.
- Ensure that equipment is used safely and all defects are promptly reported to your Area Leader.
- Communicate to your Line Leader or Area Leader any concerns about colleagues’ working practices impacting on quality, GMP or presenting a H&S risk.
- Challenge current processes and practices, with a view to improve.
- Ensure that all statutory (industry guidelines), legal, food safety, health & Safety and customer requirements are met.
- Ensure adherence to all standards and processes relating to CCP monitoring, glass, complaints, label verifications and other paperwork in your area.
What we Look For:
- Previous Butchery experience (essential)
- Proven track record of leading teams/developing staff
- Knowledge of continuous improvement tools and techniques
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office) to support apprentices with e-learning
- Ability to interact with colleagues, Management and customers
What we Offer:
- Job stability at a growing and expanding company
- Progression and personal development opportunities
- Time and a quarter pay for overtime
- 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Purchase company shares via discounted share scheme
- Company pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution
- Access to retail discount app, bike to work scheme, health and wellbeing platform
A full job description is available upon request.
Please apply on Indeed or submit your CV & Cover Letter to: [email protected]
Closing Date: Friday 31st July 2026
If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made your line manager aware before applying and confirm this when submitting your application.
Please note that if a suitable candidate is found, this closing date may be brought forward
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: £17.13 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kingston upon Hull HU12 8TB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
