Harrods Butcher
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Industry
- Wines, Spirits & Gastronomy
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
Harrods seeks an experienced Butcher for its Food Halls in London. Lead the meat counter with expert cutting, food safety, and customer service.
Role & Responsibilities
- Ensure accurate cuts, trims, bones, ties, and grinding of meats using butcher's cutlery and powered equipment such as electric grinders and band saws
- Portion and prepare meat products, including breaking down forequarters, midquarters, and hindquarters of beef into primal cuts
- Verify correct storage of produce and conduct regular temperature checks, recording data in compliance with food safety standards
- Deliver exceptional customer service by exploring every opportunity to satisfy customer needs
- Increase sales by recommending products that meet customer requirements while highlighting product features and benefits
- Collaborate with the buying team to ensure customer expectations are met through strategic product selection
- Maintain excellent merchandising standards and product presentation to preserve freshness and appeal
- Share comprehensive product knowledge to authentically communicate the provenance and quality of offerings to customers
Qualifications
- Proven experience working in a fast-paced restaurant, sales, or kitchen environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of meat margins, discounts, waste management, and shrink control
- Strong understanding of current market trends and competitive offerings
- Excellent merchandising skills and product presentation capabilities
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities
- Reliable, hardworking, and customer-focused approach
Skills
Experience
Previous experience working in a fast-paced restaurant, sales, or kitchen environment with demonstrated proficiency in meat preparation, customer engagement, and margin management.
Workplace
The role is situated in London, England, UK.
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