Butcher

THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET. 

SALARY: Up to £30,750 DOE + TRONC
HOURS: Full Time, 40 hours per week
05:30-14:00 & 12:00-20:30 Monday to Saturday, 06:00-18:30 Sunday

ABOUT US
Bamford is a philosophy rather than a seasonal fashion label. It began with the passionate convictions of our founder Carole Bamford to make natural products using the best artisans from around the world. Bamford was founded on the belief that we need to be mindful of our connection to the earth to live consciously, respect nature’s resources and the land that provides for us. We believe in the need to nurture body, mind and spirit in tandem to feel well and to feel happy the three need to be aligned and in harmony.

ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a skilled and passionate Butcher to join our team at our Notting Hill store. In this hands on role, you will play a vital part in delivering outstanding quality meat products and an exceptional customer experience. You’ll take pride in your craft, uphold the highest food safety standards, and confidently communicate our farming values to customers.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively promote the values, ethos, and sustainable farming practices of Daylesford when engaging with customers

• Champion the quality, provenance, and freshness of our meat products

• Maintain an attractive, high standard butchery counter and pre-pack displays, aligned with store planograms

• Deliver consistently excellent customer service, ensuring every interaction is welcoming and informative

• Provide a swift, efficient, and knowledgeable butchery service in line with all retail and food safety standards

• Maintain exceptional hygiene and display standards, completing all opening, closing, and due diligence procedures

• Demonstrate strong knife skills, including poultry portioning, deboned cuts, and full carcase breakdowns

• Maintain tight stock control, minimising waste through accurate rotation, date checks, and proactive quality control

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Confident in cutting, deboning, trimming, and portioning a wide range of meats

• Highly proficient and safety conscious with all cutting tools

• Strong understanding of meat quality, freshness, and provenance

• Friendly, engaging, and confident in advising customers and taking orders

• Excellent knowledge of hygiene, safety, and compliance standards

• Experience in inventory control, ordering, and waste reduction

• Skilled in creating attractive, well merchandised displays

• Experience in sausage making, curing, and smoking is advantageous

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• Discounts: Enjoy a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one.

• Volunteering Days: One paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice.

• Private Medical: Subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa.

• Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9 percent of your salary into your pension each month with a 4.5 percent contribution from us.

• Life Assurance: Cover equivalent to one year of your annual salary.

• Mental Health Support: 24 hour access to our Employee Assistance Programme.