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Bored of the traditional learning experience?
Want to earn whilst you learn?
Then a career in the meat industry may offer the perfect opportunity for you!
By joining ABP as an Apprentice Butcher, you will be joining the biggest community of Beef processors in the UK. ABP is one of the largest employers in Shropshire, with the site in Shrewsbury being acquired in 1989. However, do not be fooled into thinking it is old and dated, it has recently had millions of pounds invested in upgrading, to secure its future for years to come.
Our apprenticeship scheme lies at the heart of our business. Many of our leaders began their careers as apprentices and attribute their success to the skills they developed during their time on the programme.

Working Monday to Friday, initially from 8am but gradually moving towards 6:30am, you will undertake practical and theory based learnings.
Working fours days per week on practical skills, learning cuts and specifications whilst training to process products to the required standard. You will then spend one day per week onsite learning theory aspects of anatomy, food science and developing functional skills.

You will also have access to our benefits package:

• Cycle to work scheme.
• Subsidised canteen serving hot meals.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Mobile phone discounts.
• Life insurance.
• Free onsite parking.
• Referral programme with financial incentives.
• Highstreet store discounts.
• Wellness programme.
• Loyalty bonuses.

You do not need any qualifications or experience for this role because at ABP Shrewsbury, you will be working alongside, and trained by industry professionals. We take pride in ensuring that all apprentices gain the knowledge and experience needed to have a rewarding career in the growing industry.

Desired Skills

• A keen interest in the meat industry.
• Team player with excellent communication skills.
• Good timekeeping.
• Ability to work under own initiative.
• Motivation to progress to supervisory positions.

By joining you can achieve:

• A full-time, permanent position after the apprenticeship.
• Level 2 Butchery qualification.
• Level 2 Food Safety.
• Level 2 Health & Safety
• Level 2 Knife Skills
• Level 2 Functional Skills (if not already obtained)
• Knowledge of Beef anatomy and all meat cuts.
• An understanding of food science relating to the meat industry.
• Understanding of process flow, yields and costings.