Apprentice Butcher MAYO BROTHERS LTD

We are a small independent business that is looking for someone to learn new skills and become part of our team. You will be learning knife skills, butchery, displaying counters, and producing products. This is an excellent opportunity for a smart, ambitious and self-motivated individual to join a friendly environment.

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Closing date: 29 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Sunday and Monday - off Tuesday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm and Saturday, 6.00am - 3.00am Tuesday – Friday (hour lunch break) Saturday – appropriate breaks throughout the day More hours over Christmas

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    30 Jun 2023

  • Date posted

    27 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000158575

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Breaking down beef, pork, lamb into sellable cuts.  Making pies / sausage rolls etc
  • Ongoing development of kitchen ready meals
  • Serving customers
  • Answering phone, taking orders

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Butcher Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:

  • Level 2 Award in Food Safety
  • Level 2 Award in Health and Safety
  • Level 2 Award in Knife Skills
  • Level 1 and/or 2 in Functional Skills in maths and/or English depending on GCSE grades

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Full time position within the team

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Customer care skills, Physical fitness, Presentable, Polite

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Desired

About the employer

Mayo Brothers is situated in Chesham Bois (between Amersham and Chesham). Rob and Jenni have owned the business since 2008 but Rob has worked there since he was 14 as a young apprentice. There are 2 other members of staff.

Employer

MAYO BROTHERS LTD

Address

32 Bois Lane

Amersham

HP6 6BP

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Training

Training provider

MEAT EAST ANGLIA TRADES (IPSWICH) LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Butcher

Level 2 (GCSE)

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