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Careers at Ian Chatfield

At Ian Chatfield, we are proud to be more than just a butcher’s shop. We're a destination for food lovers who value provenance, craftsmanship, and a personal touch. Operating 7 days a week from our beautifully presented Tonbridge store and via our growing online shop, ianchatfield.co.uk, we deliver the highest standard in artisan meats, deli delights, and customer care- locally and nationally.


Now Hiring: Butcher
Location: Tonbridge | Type: Full-time | Salary: Up to £35,000 P.A.
Start Date: 30/08/2025 | Application Deadline: 30/07/2025

As we continue to grow, so do the opportunities. We’re expanding our team at Ian Chatfield Butchers & Deli and are looking for a skilled, customer-focused Butcher to join our team.


The Role: What You’ll Do
As a Front of House Butcher, you'll combine your craft with customer service excellence and also assist with our growing online sales:

- Prepare and present a wide variety of meats to the highest standard
- Provide expert product knowledge, advice, and recommendations to customers
- Ensure counter displays are visually appealing and well-stocked
- Work closely with a passionate and professional team
- Maintain strict food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards
- Use basic IT systems for point-of-sale and order processing (full training provided)


About You
You’re a people person with a passion for quality, detail, and great food. You enjoy retail butchery, thrive in a busy shop environment, and love connecting with customers as much as perfecting a cut.


What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 2 years’ butchery experience (retail experience preferred)
- A full, clean UK driving licence
- Comfortable using basic IT systems
- Confident, reliable, and enthusiastic
- Committed to outstanding customer service


Why Work With Us?
We invest in people the same way we invest in our produce- with care, consistency, and long-term growth in mind.


What We Offer
- Up to £35,000 per year (based on skills & experience)
- Performance-based bonus
- Company pension scheme
- Generous staff & store discounts
- 4 weeks holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Company events & team meals
- Supportive and friendly team culture
- A beautifully presented, high-end store environment
- Opportunities for personal and professional development


Hours & Flexibility
- Full-time role
- 5 day shifts only, including Sundays
- Flexibility required during seasonal peaks


How to Apply
Ready to join the Ian Chatfield team? Apply today at [email protected].

 



Now Hiring: Baker
Location: Tonbridge | Type: Full-time | Salary: £30,875 P.A.
Start Date: 30/08/2025 | Application Deadline: 30/07/2025

As we continue to grow, so do the opportunities. We’re expanding our team at Ian Chatfield Butchers & Deli and are looking for a passionate, detail-oriented Baker to join our busy in-house bakery.


The Role: What You’ll Do
As a Baker, you'll play a key role in producing our renowned handmade sweet and savoury pies, along with a selection of fresh pastries and baked goods:

- Prepare and bake a variety of products to a high standard of quality and consistency
- Using machinery for mixing, filling, rolling, and shaping both sweet and savoury pastries
- Follow recipes and production schedules to meet demand
- Work collaboratively in a friendly, supportive kitchen environment
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness
- Contribute ideas and creativity to new product development


About You
You’re hands-on, reliable, and love the precision and creativity of baking. You take pride in the details—from a golden crust to a perfect finish- and enjoy being part of a small, passionate team.


What We’re Looking For
Minimum 1 year of professional baking experience or strong passion for pastry

- Level 2 HACCP certification
- Local to Tonbridge
- Positive attitude and team spirit
- Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment, individually or as part of a team
- A genuine love for baked goods- especially pies!


Why Work With Us?
We’re proud of our strong team culture, our high-quality food, and our commitment to craftsmanship. Join us and be part of something delicious.


What We Offer
£30,875 P.A. (based on skills & experience)

- Performance-based bonus
- Company pension scheme
- Generous staff & store discounts
- 4 weeks holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Monday to Friday schedule- no weekends!
- Company events & team meals
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
- A modern, fully equipped bakery in a high-end retail setting


Hours & Flexibility
- Full-time role
- 5 Day shifts only
- Flexibility during seasonal peaks may be required


How to Apply
Ready to join the Ian Chatfield team? Apply today at [email protected]. Let’s make every bake a standout.

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