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Beef Boning Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Meat Cutter

Mount Olive, MS ยท On-site

$11.75 - $15.75/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Moss Point, MS ยท On-site

$12.75 - $16.75/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Theodore, AL ยท On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Pensacola, FL ยท On-site

$13 - $17/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Poplarville, MS ยท On-site

$14.50 - $19/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Millry, AL ยท On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Theodore, AL ยท On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Semmes, AL ยท On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Mobile, AL ยท On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Moss Point, MS ยท On-site

$12.75 - $16.75/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Jay, FL ยท On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Mount Olive, MS ยท On-site

$11.75 - $15.75/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Pensacola, FL ยท On-site

$13 - $17/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Mobile, AL ยท On-site

$15 - $20/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Ellisville, MS ยท On-site

$13 - $17.25/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Quitman, MS ยท On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Semmes, AL ยท On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

Mobile, AL ยท On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

Meat Cutter

AL ยท On-site

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

BE FAMILIAR WITH GROUND BEEF PROGRAM, GRINDING, HOLDING PROCEDURES AND THE HANDLING OF FRESH TRIM INCLUDING BONING STANDARDS LEAN TO FAT RATIO ETC. * UNDERSTAND MERCHANDISING FOR PROFIT (REFER TO AD ...

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How much do beef boning jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for beef boning in the United States is $20.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is beef boning?

Beef boning is the process of removing bones from cuts of beef in a meat processing facility or butcher shop. This task is typically performed by skilled workers known as beef boners, who use specialized knives and tools to separate the meat from the bone while minimizing waste and maintaining the quality of the meat. Beef boning is an essential step in preparing beef for sale to consumers or for further processing into products like steaks, roasts, or ground beef.

What are some common challenges faced by beef boners in a meat processing facility, and how can they be addressed?

Beef boners often face challenges such as maintaining speed and precision under strict production targets, ensuring personal safety when using sharp tools, and adhering to rigorous hygiene standards. Adapting to repetitive tasks and physically demanding work can also be difficult, especially for new employees. These challenges can be addressed through proper training, ergonomic workstations, regular breaks, and strict adherence to safety protocols. Team collaboration is essential, as experienced workers often support newcomers to ensure efficiency and safety on the processing line.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Beef Boner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Beef Boner, you need strong knife skills, knowledge of meat cuts, and physical stamina, often acquired through on-the-job training or vocational courses. Familiarity with meat processing equipment, safety protocols, and food hygiene standards is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work efficiently under time constraints are important soft skills in this role. These skills ensure precise meat preparation, uphold safety standards, and support productivity in a fast-paced processing environment.

What is the difference between Beef Boning vs Butcher?

AspectBeef BoningButcher
CertificationsNone required, but some may have meat cutting certificationsMeat cutting certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentMeat processing plants, slaughterhousesButcher shops, supermarkets, meat departments
Job FocusPrecisely removing bones from beef cutsPreparing, cutting, and selling meat products

Beef Boning specialists focus on removing bones from beef cuts with precision, often working in processing plants. Butchers handle a broader range of tasks, including cutting, trimming, and selling meat in retail settings. While both roles require knowledge of meat cuts, beef boning is more specialized in bone removal, whereas butchers have a wider scope of meat preparation and customer service.

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What cities are hiring for Beef Boning jobs? Cities with the most Beef Boning job openings:
Infographic showing various Beef Boning job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $42,943 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

$22.56 - $26.31/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Receive, cut, bone, and grind meat to prepare all types of meat for cooking.

  • Operate equipment such as boning tables, trimming tables, grinders, beef saws, and pork saws.

  • Clean and sanitize equipment and workstation areas used.


Job description

Summary
This position is located at Texas Roadhouse, Fort Bliss, Texas
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Incentives and Bonuses
  • Incentives will not be paid.

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Duties
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  • Responsible for receiving, cutting, boning, and grinding meat in an AFRC. Includes performance of the full range of meat cutting tasks to prepare all types of meat for cooking.
  • Required to operate the boning table, trimming table, and grinder.
  • Operates all types of grinding equipment to produce Process poultry and seafood products to ready-to-cook portions.
  • Estimates and processes primals and subprimals into the greatest number of desirable ready to cook portions with a minimum of waste.
  • Must have full knowledge of sanitary standards and safety precautions.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment
  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one-year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Meet the agency's local age requirement (18 years old).
  • Able and willing to work a schedule that may include nights, weekends and holidays.
  • Satisfactory completion of a minimum of 4 hours initial food sanitation and safety training is required within 30 days of employment and a minimum of 4 hours refresher training annually.
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a medical examination.
  • Incumbent may be required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally-controlled facilities.
  • Health and immunizations are required.

Qualifications
Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
A qualified candidate must possess the following:
Demonstrated ability and knowledge directly related to the duties to be performed as identified above. Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision, and the ability to interpret instructions and specifications.
1. Performs a full range meat cutting, weighing, and measuring task to prepare beef and pork for cooking at Texas Roadhouse.
2. Operates the beef saw, pork saw boning table, and trimming table grinder.
3. Cleaning and sanitizing any equipment and workstation area used.
NOTE: The above minimum qualifications must be described within the duties of previous work experience listed on the applicant's resume and/or supporting documents. A copy of all documents must be submitted at the time of application.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Area of Consideration
  • This job is open to candidates who are worldwide. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Manual Application Option
  • If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form.
  • Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 15 MST on 08/04/2026 to ensure timely processing.
  • Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.

PCS Costs
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Allowances and Differentials
  • This job falls under the Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) pay system. FWS employees earn overtime pay for working more than 8 hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week whichever gives the employee more benefit. Regular full-time, regular part-time, and regularly scheduled flexible employees may receive Sunday premium pay for working on Sundays. Employees may also be eligible to receive extra pay if the majority of their scheduled hours falls after 3:00 PM.
  • Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities:
  • Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details.

Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities:
  • After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Discover Your Path to Success
  • Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out.
  • Inside you will find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared.
  • Click this URL to view the kit: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf

This announcement was modified on 05/05/2026 to change the Bargaining Unit Status to 'No'.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
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Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.
Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.
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