Posted 08 August, 2026
Trimmer (Nights)
The Butchers Recruiter
Coventry, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
When premium meat needs to meet exact customer specifications, the quality of the finish matters just as much as the cut itself. As a Trimmer (Nights), you’ll use your knife skills across beef, lamb, pork, poultry and game, producing consistently high standards while maximising yield in a professional production environment. What’s in it for you Monday to Friday night shifts, keeping your weekends free Consistent working hours from 8:00pm to 4:00am Staff discount Work with premium-quality meat across multiple species Develop your skills within an established, professional production environment A varied position covering trimming, preparation, portioning and carcass breakdown Your responsibilities as Trimmer Trim meat to precise customer specifications, removing excess fat, sinew, cartilage and bone while maximising yield Prepare primal and sub-primal cuts ready for further processing Support deboning and the breakdown of carcass sections when required Maintain high standards of product presentation, weighing, labelling and preparation for dispatch Use knives and butchery equipment safely while following HACCP, food safety and hygiene procedures Meet productivity and yield targets without compromising product quality What we’re looking for in a Trimmer Previous experience within meat trimming, boning, butchery or skilled knife work Experience handling multiple species, including beef, lamb and pork Excellent knife skills and a strong understanding of meat specifications and trimming standards Good knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP and health and safety requirements Ability to work effectively within a chilled food production environment Working hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00pm–4:00am Ready to put your skills to work with premium products on a consistent night shift? Apply for this Trimmer position today
