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Meatex Trading Ltd.

Principal Butcher | Louth LN11

Meatex Trading Ltd., Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States, 60069


Reports to / Line Manager:

Livestock DirectorStart Date:

ASAPApproximate Salary:

Competitive & Depending on ExperienceBenefits:

Pension Scheme, Discount on Estate productsHours worked per week:

37.5 Hours a week.Day worked per week:

Monday to Friday with Weekend events (TOIL given).On call:

on occasionsAnnual holiday entitlement:

20 days annual leave and 8 statutory daysThe 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.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 alongside 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 products.Working 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 file.Being 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 skills.The ability to plan and prioritise workloads with a structured approach.Good administrative and computer skills.Happy to do training to expand their knowledge.Working to exacting deadlines.A full driving licence is required.Minimum:

No minimumIdeally:

NVQ (Level 3) Food technologyExperience: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: [emailprotected]

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