About the role
Butchers work on preparing meat from animals for further sale or processing. They may be employed at slaughterhouses, meat processing companies, or within retail. Education can vary from practical apprenticeship training to vocational training within the food industry.Responsibilities
Butchers are responsible for stunning, slaughtering, and butchering animals in a humane and hygienic manner. They must follow strict rules and regulations regarding food safety and animal welfare. Their work also includes cutting, grinding, and preparing meat products.Skills and tools
Butchers must have good manual dexterity and knowledge of various butchering methods. They use tools such as knives, saws, and grinders and must be familiar with meat handling and refrigeration systems. Knowledge of hygiene and food safety is also essential. Common competencies demanded by employers are finstyckning, livsmedel and paketering.