At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in managing a skilled butchery team and ensure top-notch product quality.
- Company: Join a nationally recognised butcher with award-winning products.
- Benefits: Full-time role with flexible hours and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Work in a vibrant environment at a popular garden centre.
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team creating award-winning quality produce.
- Qualifications: 10+ years of butchery experience and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 35000 Β£ per year.
We have a wonderful opportunity for an experienced skilled butcher to join our highly skilled team working in the role of Assistant Shop Manager at our shop located within the Blue Diamond Melbicks Garden Centre. Working closely with the Shop Manager and the Butchery and Delicatessen team at our well-established shop located conveniently between Birmingham and Coventry, you will be fully competent in all aspects of butchery with excellent butchery and display standards, providing premium quality products and service to our valued customers whilst supporting the day-to-day running of the shop, helping to drive performance and contribute to developing innovative, award-winning quality products.
This position is full-time permanent, working 42.5 hours per week across 5 days on a 7-day rota with flexible days and the opportunity for alternate weekends.
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience as a skilled butcher in a busy retail environment
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to support and motivate a team
- Commercial awareness and confidence balancing shop performance with customer service
- Passion for product development and delivering premium quality produce
- Drive, enthusiasm and pride in high standards.
Walter Smith are nationally recognised for our Supreme Champion Great Taste Awards pork pies, consistently winning regional and national awards with a number of shops located throughout the UK. If you have a minimum of 10 years relevant experience and would like to join our team, we look forward to hearing from you.
Skilled Butcher - Assistant Manager in Birmingham employer: WALTER SMITH FINE FOODS LTD
Walter Smith is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that values passion and pride in high standards. Located within Dobbies Garden Centre in Woodcote Green, employees benefit from a supportive team environment, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth in a prestigious, award-winning business known for its commitment to quality and excellence in produce development.
Contact Details:
WALTER SMITH FINE FOODS LTD Recruitment Team