Butchery Apprenticeship Programme

ABP UK · Langport, UK

Salary
£26,436 a year
Level
Level 2
Duration
1 Year 4 Months
Closes
6 Dec 2026
Qualification
Level 2 Butcher Apprenticeship
Training provider
LUMINATE EDUCATION GROUP

About the role

Ready to carve out your career in the meat industry? Join our Butchery Apprenticeship Programme and learn from the best in the business! No experience? No problem, if you’ve got the right attitude, we’ll teach you the rest.

As a Butchery Apprentice at ABP UK, you'll gain foundational knowledge and practical skills in butchery, contributing to the production of award-winning British and Irish beef and lamb products. You'll learn about quality, efficiency, traceability, sustainability, animal welfare, stress prevention, and lean manufacturing practices. This apprenticeship is a Level 2 programme that will give you the foundations for a fulfilling career in meat processing. Key responsibilities include learning butchery principles, meat species, and carcass processing techniques; developing knife skills for cutting, boning, trimming, and mincing meat; understanding the meat sector's history, values, culture, and traditions; working with the team to meet deadlines and productivity targets; adhering to health, food safety, and hygiene standards; and assisting in stock control, quality assurance, and customer expectations.

Entry requirements

  • Attention to detail, Team working, Physical fitness, Enthusiasm for the industry and a commitment to completing your apprenticeship, Keen to develop your skills and grow within the company

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