The Best Connection
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Packing Operatives, Unskilled Butchers & Abattoir Operatives - Full Time We are recruiting for a variety of roles with a well-established employer in the Yeovil / Yetminster (DT9) area. Whether you are experienced or completely new to the industry, full training is provided across all positions. Available Positions Packing Operatives Unskilled Butchers Abattoir Operatives Location Yetminster - Somerset - DT9 Role Overview These roles involve working within the meat production industry, where all staff will be required to handle raw meat products. You will be joining a fast-paced, supportive environment with excellent opportunities to boost your earnings. This site offers a weekly performance bonus (piece rate) , offering fantastic earning potential - with on-target earnings of up to 15.75 per hour across a 48-hour week. Pay Rates Unskilled Butcher: 14.00 + weekly bonus Abattoir Operative: 13.10 + weekly bonus Packing Operative: 12.71 + weekly bonus Working Hours Monday - Friday Packing Operative: 06:30 - 17:00 Unskilled Butcher: 06:30 - 17:00 Abattoir Operative: 07:00 - 17:00 Rotational rest days included. Workplace Benefits Free on-site parking Subsidised staff canteen (hot meals & snacks available) Prayer room on site Consistent Monday-Friday working schedule Additional Agency Benefits Weekly pay Online payslips 28 days paid annual leave (pro-rata, including statutory) Pension contributions Long-term, short-term, weekend and odd-day shifts available Flexible shift patterns Potential permanent positions following successful trial Ongoing assignments throughout 2026 Hourly rate not age-dependent The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.