Skilled Butcher

A skilled role with real opportunity in a leading food business

Role Overview

We're looking for Skilled Butchers to join our team in Cookstown. Working across key areas including main butchery, slaughter, primal cutting and middle debone, you'll play an important role in delivering high-quality products in a fast-paced production environment.

This is a great opportunity to develop your career with a business that invests in its people and offers long-term progression opportunities.

Pay rates

Butchery Roles (dependent on skill level and department)

£14.02 to £16.09 per hour

Slaughter Roles (dependent on skill level)

£15.25 to £18.09 per hour

Key Duties

• Carry out skilled butchery or slaughter tasks to high standards of quality, hygiene and food safety
• Work as part of a production team to achieve daily targets
• Maintain accuracy and consistency through attention to detail
• Support a safe, clean and efficient working environment
• Follow site procedures and quality standards at all times

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in butchery or slaughter operations, preferably within a processing or manufacturing environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality
• A reliable and team-focused approach
• Flexibility to support production requirements
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Training may be available for candidates with relevant experience who are looking to further develop their skills.

Why Join Sofina

At Sofina Foods, we're committed to developing our people and creating opportunities for career growth. You'll join a supportive team environment where your skills and contribution are valued.

About Sofina

Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact.

With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe.

At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents.

Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation