Graham Eyes Bowness - Butcher Manager

SPAR Bowness, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Job Description

Posted Monday 3 November 2025 at 01:00

Part of the James Hall & Co. family, Graham Eyes Butchers brings over 40 years of butchery expertise to SPAR stores across the North of England. From locally sourced meats to award-winning sausages, we're committed to quality, tradition, and great taste - right at your local SPAR.

We're always on the lookout for skilled and enthusiastic individuals to join our team - if you've got a passion for quality and great food, we'd love to hear from you!

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours of work: 39 hours per week

About the Role

Our Graham Eyes Butcher Managers enhance our SPAR stores by bringing knowledge, skill and great customer service.

Here's What You Can Expect to be Doing

As Butcher Manager, you will take on overall responsibility for your team, the quality of the products and the standard of customer service as well as

• Greeting and speaking to customers, providing advice, answering questions, accepting orders or payments, and offering helpful advice
• Ordering and managing stock - including stock taking
• Effectively developing and managing a small team
• Ensuring food safety procedures are adhered to within the butchery department
• Maintaining company standards in window display and upright counter display
• Managing staff rotas
• Controlling waste

A Few Things about You

• Managerial or supervisory experience is essential
• To be enthusiastic, committed and self motivated
• Adopts a 'can do' attitude to challenging situations
• Have a flexible approach to working hours
• Thorough knowledge of HACCPS
• Proven experience in a butchery environment

We want every Graham Eyes location to become a hub of the community and be known as a trusted and quality supplier of meat. This reputation is only earned through the hard work and dedication of our colleagues, below are just some of the benefits of becoming part of the Graham Eyes family.

Why Join Us?

We believe in rewarding our colleagues. That's why when you join us, you'll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, personal growth, and loyalty.

Loyalty Pay - Celebrate your work anniversary with a little extra! You'll earn an additional £0.85 per hour over the financial year, with the hourly amount increasing the longer you stay with us. Your total is paid as a lump sum in the month following your anniversary.

20% Staff Discount - Enjoy 20% off your shopping in our company owned SPAR stores - perfect for those everyday essentials and treats.

Pension & Life Insurance - You will be enrolled into the Nest pension scheme. After two years of service, you will also receive life insurance cover, offering added security for you and your loved ones.

Learning & Development - Whether you're looking to build your career or gain new skills, our in house team will support you with fully funded, accredited training and industry recognised qualifications.

Grocery Aid Support - Access free, confidential, 24/7 support through Grocery Aid - offering expert advice and help on everything from mental health and financial concerns to legal issues and family support.