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David Neish
Norwich,Norfolk
Summary
Dedicated Skilled Butcher with expertise in meat cutting, preparation, and presentation. Committed to upholding food safety and hygiene standards while delivering outstanding customer service. Skilled in stock management and training new staff to enhance team performance in fast-paced retail environments. Experienced in crafting bespoke cuts tailored to individual customer preferences.
Overview
1
1
Certification
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Butcher Manager
INTWOOD FARM BUTCHERS SHOP
Norwich
07.2025 - Current
- Conducted regular cleaning and maintenance of butchery equipment, ensuring operational efficiency and longevity.
- Kept shop clean and hygienic to reduce risk of cross-contamination.
- Measured and weighed meats to calculate correct prices.
- Restored farm shop operations by leveraging industry knowledge to enhance customer experience.
CNC Machine operator within manufacturing Night Shift
LOTUS CARS
Norwich
09.2022 - 07.2025
- Manufactured Emira sports car on night shift, ensuring correct loading and precision machining of all parts in timely manner.
- Operated machinery during night shift in a manufacturing facility. CNC Machine operative in manufacturing
- Performed daily operations in manufacturing environment, supporting team in achieving production goals.
- Executed spot welding processes, developing hands-on skills and contributing to product quality.
Butcher /assistant Manager
TOOMBS BUTCHERS LTD
Norwich
06.2019 - 09.2022
- Managed shop operations, engaged with customers, and coordinated daily activities to enhance service delivery.
- Retrieved items from behind-counter storage to refill displays and shelves.
- Cleaned workstations and sanitised surfaces to maintain hygiene standards for proper food preparation.
- Kept shop clean and hygienic to reduce risk of cross-contamination.
Butcher
Weddel Swift-Norwich
Norwich, Norfolk
11.2015 - 06.2019
- Dismantled carcases for butcher shops
- Prepared beef cuts for retail sale
- Prepared pork cuts for retail sale
- Processed lamb cuts for retail sale
Butcher
Hazel's Butchers
Norwich, Norfolk
03.2008 - 11.2015
- Completed training to renew food hygiene certification, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Executed delivery services to hotels and public houses, ensuring timely and accurate service.
- Resumed work in carpentry, focusing on custom furniture design.
Van Driver / Warehouse Assistant
We Sell Tyres
Norwich
10.2005 - 03.2008
- Driving Long Wheel Based Vans
- Delivered tyres to garages across East Anglia, ensuring timely service and customer satisfaction
- Developed strong customer relationships, contributing to repeat business and positive customer experiences
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of tyre trade practices, enhancing service quality and operational efficiency
News Driver
Scotsman Publications
Edinburgh
09.2000 - 08.2005
- Delivered newspapers to shops, ensuring timely service and addressing customers’ needs
- Cultivated customer relationships through direct interactions and tailored support
- Used safe driving practices at all times when operating vehicles.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and made sure they were in excellent condition.
- Collected and delivered goods and materials.
SHOP OWNER
Newsagent / Grocer
Edinburgh
03.1997 - 08.2000
- Managed buying and selling transactions, ensuring customer satisfaction and sales optimisation
- Conducted money management and account reconciliation to maintain financial accuracy and integrity
- Managed daily operations of independent retail outlet, overseeing stock levels and financial transactions.
- Stored stock safely and securely to maintain quality of goods.
- Maintained accurate records for operations, inventory, income and expenses.
Butcher
Charles Wilsons of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
05.1984 - 08.1997
- Trained in all butchery techniques to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction
- Achieved food hygiene certification to ensure compliance with health standards
- Completed food safety and allergen training to ensure compliance
- Executed stock rotation to ensure freshness and minimise waste
- Delivered exceptional customer service to foster client loyalty
ARMY MEDIC TECHNICIAN
British Army-Cyprus Station
01.1979 - 08.1984
- Practised life-saving techniques in diverse emergency scenarios, ensuring preparedness for critical situations
- Completed 5 years of intensive training as a medic in British army, specialising in emergency medical response
- Made it to combat medical technician 1
- Gained expertise in safe operation of a 7.5 tonne truck, contributing to logistical support in medical operations
Education
A-Level - Biology
Leith Academy Secondary
Edinburgh, EDH01-1978
Skills
- Cutting
- CNC Lathe
- CNC
- Food preparation
- Cashiering
- Leadership
- Axis CNC Milling Machine
- COSHH LEVEL 3
- Cash handling
- Organisational skills
- Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Band saw
- Driving
- FIRST AID AT WORK
- HACCP LEVEL 3
- Customer service
- Hygiene standards
- Stock rotation
- Food safety compliance
- Quality control
- Equipment maintenance
- Team leadership
- Customer relationship management
- Time management
- Staff training
- Problem solving
- Attention to Detail
- Cutting and deboning
- Knife handling
- Meat handling and storage
- Hygiene and sanitation
- Food safety awareness
Certification
- Emergency First Aid at Work, 2025-11-01, 2028-11-01
- LEVEL 2 FOOD HYGIENE AND SAFETY FOR RETAIL
- LEVEL 3 FOOD HYGIENE AND SAFETY FOR RETAIL
- Food Safety Bundle, Food Safety, Food Allergens, HACCP Courses
- COSHH LEVEL 3
Custom
A-Level or equivalent
Interests
Personal Information
- Total Experience: 40
- Industry: Retail
Timeline
Butcher Manager
INTWOOD FARM BUTCHERS SHOP
07.2025 - Current
CNC Machine operator within manufacturing Night Shift
LOTUS CARS
09.2022 - 07.2025
Butcher /assistant Manager
TOOMBS BUTCHERS LTD
06.2019 - 09.2022
Butcher
Weddel Swift-Norwich
11.2015 - 06.2019
Butcher
Hazel's Butchers
03.2008 - 11.2015
Van Driver / Warehouse Assistant
We Sell Tyres
10.2005 - 03.2008
News Driver
Scotsman Publications
09.2000 - 08.2005
SHOP OWNER
Newsagent / Grocer
03.1997 - 08.2000
Butcher
Charles Wilsons of Edinburgh
05.1984 - 08.1997
ARMY MEDIC TECHNICIAN
British Army-Cyprus Station
01.1979 - 08.1984
A-Level - Biology
Leith Academy Secondary