Trimmers/Butchers

Trimmer/Butcher Company Gi group Position Trimmer/Butcher Working Days Tuesday to Saturday Start Time 6:00 AM until finish Shift Length Up to 10 hours per day Role Purpose To carry out skilled turkey preparation and…

Pay rate £13 – £14/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 9 September 2026

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Trimmer/Butcher

Company

Gi group

Position

Trimmer/Butcher

Working Days

Tuesday to Saturday

Start Time

6:00 AM until finish

Shift Length

Up to 10 hours per day

Role Purpose

To carry out skilled turkey preparation and portioning duties safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards within a fast-paced food production environment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

· Trim turkey breasts to the required product specification.

· Work on the cone line, handling and preparing turkey products as required.

· Portion turkeys and turkey products accurately to specification.

· Use knives and relevant equipment safely and correctly.

· Maintain high standards of product quality, hygiene and food safety.

· Follow all site Health & Safety procedures and working instructions.

· Work efficiently as part of the production team to support operational requirements.

Working Hours: 06:00 AM till Finish

Working pattern: Tuesday to Saturday, starting at 6:00 AM and working until finish. Shifts may be up to 10 hours long, depending on operational requirements.

Pay and Overtime

Basic Rate

£13.02 per hour

After training and sign off

Up to £14.02 per hour / £14.92 per hour

Overtime Rate

During training

£19.53 per hour

After training and sign-off

Up to £21.03 per hour / £22.38 per hour

Overtime is paid after 40 hours worked per week.

Training and Progression

Full training will be provided. Following successful completion of the required training and formal sign-off as competent, the basic hourly rate can increase to up to £14.02 per hour, with an overtime rate of up to £21.03 per hour.

Requirements

· A good level of English to understand instructions, training and Health & Safety requirements.

· Own transport to ensure reliable travel to and from the site.

· Availability to work Tuesday to Saturday from 6:00 AM until finish.

· Ability and willingness to work shifts of up to 10 hours.

· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced food production environment.

· Good attention to detail and willingness to learn.

Benefits

· Regular and consistent work.

· On-site parking.

· Modern on-site canteen.

· Staff sales.

· Opportunity to increase the hourly rate following successful training and sign-off.

· Enhanced overtime rates after 40 hours worked per week.

Important Information

This job description provides an overview of the main duties and requirements of the role. Duties may be adjusted in line with operational requirements, training, food safety standards and site procedures.

To apply through the phone call: (phone number removed)

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website

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