Skilled Butcher

Role Overview

A skilled role with real opportunity in a leading food business. We're looking for skilled, hands‑on butchers to operate across key areas including main butchery, slaughter, primal cutting, and middle debone. The role is in a fast-paced, collaborative production setting where precision, consistency, and quality are paramount.

• Butchery Roles (varied by skill level and department) – Current rates 2026: £13.61 - £15.62 per hour;
  From April 2026: £14.02 - £16.09 per hour
• Slaughter Roles (varied by skill level) – Current rates: £14.81 - £17.57 per hour;
  From April 2026: £15.25 - £18.09 per hour

• Carry out expert butchery tasks to high hygiene, quality, and safety standards
• Work in production teams to meet daily output goal
• Support consistency through precision and attention to detail
• Maintain a safe and efficient working environment

• Previous experience in butchery or slaughter (factory or processing setting preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on quality
• A reliable, team-focused mindset
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet production needs
• Training available for the right candidates with core experience

• Security & Stability – established business with over 13,000 employees across Canada and Europe
• Long-Term Growth – structured training pathways for career development
• Culture That Cares – health and safety, personal development, people first
• Competitive Pay & Support – contributory pension and life assurance
• Modern Workplace – onsite parking, digital benefits hub, clean high-standard production facilities

Monday to Friday, Day Shift

Cookstown, County Tyrone, GB

Full-time

Sofina Foods

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.