Lead a Skilled Butchery Team and Deliver Quality Products Every Day
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Butcher Supervisor to lead our butchery team in Strabane. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong butchery knowledge, leadership experience and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service while maintaining the highest standards of product quality.
Working closely with the Store Manager, you'll oversee the day-to-day operation of the department, supporting team development, ensuring compliance with food safety standards and helping to drive commercial performance. You'll lead by example, creating a positive environment for both colleagues and customers.
Key Duties
- You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation and success of the butchery department.
- Lead, motivate and support the butchery team to achieve operational and sales targets
- Prepare and present high-quality meat products to customer and company specifications
- Deliver excellent customer service and promote product knowledge throughout the team
- Monitor stock levels, stock rotation, ordering requirements and wastage controls
- Ensure food safety, hygiene and Health & Safety standards are maintained at all times
- Train, coach and develop team members to support performance and career growth
- Maintain high standards of merchandising, counter presentation and product displays
- Support the Store Manager and provide management cover when required
Ideal Candidate
- We’re looking for a knowledgeable and motivated leader who thrives in a customer-focused environment.
- Experience within a retail butchery environment
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of meat preparation techniques and food safety requirements
- Excellent customer service, communication and people management skills
- Organised, proactive and able to make decisions independently in a fast-paced environment
Why Join Us?
At Sofina Foods, you’ll join a business that values quality, expertise and customer service. As a Butcher Supervisor, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your leadership skills while working alongside a passionate and experienced team in a well-established retail environment.
In addition to a competitive pay rate of £13.35 per hour, you’ll play an important role in developing colleagues, supporting store performance and delivering the high standards our customers expect. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced butcher looking to take the next step in their career.
About Sofina
Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact.
With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe.
At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents.
Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.
Equal Opportunities
Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation
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Butcher Supervisor in Strabane employer: Sofina Foods Europe
Sofina Foods is an excellent employer that prioritises a supportive and collaborative work environment at our South Quay site. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive training, and opportunities for personal growth in the food manufacturing industry, ensuring that our team members feel valued and empowered in their roles. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that takes pride in delivering high-quality fish products while enjoying a positive work culture.
