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Butcher

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    Gallaghers Quality Meats
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    Ref: #JOB-2476029
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    GALLAGHER'S QUALITY MEAT CTR, Lower Main Street, Ballybofey, Co. Donegal, F93 Y8EF
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
  • Image Hours per week
    41 hours per week
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    32000.00 - 36000.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 20 Oct 2026
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    Closing On: 17 Nov 2026

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1. Role Purpose
As a Butcher, you will play a key role in preparing the premium meat products that Gallagher's Quality Meats is renowned for. Working primarily within the preparation area, you will prepare and present a wide range of meat products to the highest standards of quality, food safety and presentation. You will also support the retail counter by ensuring it remains fully stocked and visually appealing throughout the day. While your primary place of work will be the Ballybofey site, you may occasionally be required to support production within the company's off-site boning hall. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected family business that takes genuine pride in traditional butchery and locally sourced produce.
2. Measurable Outputs
· Prepare high-quality meat products that meet Gallagher's exacting quality standards.
· Maintain 100% compliance with food safety, hygiene and traceability procedures.
· Ensure the retail counter remains fully stocked, fresh and professionally presented.
· Minimise waste through effective stock rotation and careful product preparation.
· Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve daily production and retail objectives.
3. Role Duties & Responsibilities
Traditional Butchery & Meat Preparation
· Prepare, bone, trim and portion beef, lamb, pork and poultry to company standards.
· Produce a range of retail cuts, roasting joints, steaks and other premium meat products.
· Prepare value-added products including burgers, sausages and other speciality products where required.
· Ensure all products are consistently prepared, weighed and presented to a high standard.
Retail Counter & Merchandising
· Replenish and maintain the retail display counter throughout the trading day.
· Ensure products are attractively presented and appropriately labelled.
· Rotate stock effectively using FIFO principles.
· Support colleagues in maintaining a clean, well-stocked and inviting retail environment.
Food Safety, Hygiene & Traceability
· Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness and hygiene at all times.
· Follow all HACCP procedures, food safety legislation and company policies.
· Ensure full product traceability and accurate completion of production records.
· Monitor and record temperatures in accordance with company procedures.
· Report any quality or food safety concerns promptly.
Stock Control & Waste Management
· Assist with daily production planning.
· Receive, store and handle stock safely and efficiently.
· Minimise waste through careful preparation and stock rotation.
· Assist with stock counts and inventory management where required.
Person Specification
· Previous experience working as a butcher or within a professional meat preparation environment.
· Competent knife skills and experience preparing retail meat products.
· Good understanding of food hygiene, HACCP and food safety standards.
· Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
· Must have the legal right to work in Ireland.
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential Desirable

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