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Maru Hospitality Group

Sushi Line Cook

Grand Rapids, MI

$13 - $16/hr

... in * Timing * Ticket comprehension * Prep consistency * Safety/Sanitation * Work station is clean and organized * Sanitize between all projects * Knowledge of knife sharpening * Wear gloves when ...

AFC Franchise Corp.

Fruit Specialist

Scottsdale, AZ

Position OverviewThe Fruit Cutter Specialist is assigned in various Freshly Go store locations around the nation. Responsibilities include operating the Fruit and Vegetable stations in stores which ...

AFC Franchise Corp.

Fruit Specialist

Princeton, TX

Position OverviewThe Fruit Cutter Specialist is assigned in various Freshly Go store locations around the nation. Responsibilities include operating the Fruit and Vegetable stations in stores which ...

Smithfield Foods, Inc.

On-The-Job Trainer

Denison, IA · On-site

You'll take the lead in training and developing hourly team members, empowering them with essential technical skills like expert knife techniques, sharpening, and tool maintenance to ensure they work ...

Smithfield Foods

On-The-Job Trainer

Denison, IA

You'll take the lead in training and developing hourly team members, empowering them with essential technical skills like expert knife techniques, sharpening, and tool maintenance to ensure they work ...

New West KnifeWorks

Retail Pro - Jackson, WY

Jackson, WY · On-site

$25/hr

... in and out of our store * Keep our store and merchandise looking their best and ready to impress * Other duties as assigned, which may include tomahawk tossing and tracking knife sharpening orders ...

Chumash Enterprises

Line Cook

Santa Ynez, CA

$20.03 - $21.87/hr

Uses correct knife skills and knife sharpening techniques. * Mixes ingredients for all approved recipes. * Keeps the floor area in the line clear of debris and slipping hazards. * At the end of each ...

Chumash Enterprises

Line Cook

Santa Ynez, CA

$22.53/hr

Uses correct knife skills and knife sharpening techniques. * Mixes ingredients for all approved recipes. * Keeps the floor area in the line clear of debris and slipping hazards. * At the end of each ...

Smithfield Foods, Inc.

On-The-Job Trainer

Denison, IA · On-site

You'll take the lead in training and developing hourly team members, empowering them with essential technical skills like expert knife techniques, sharpening, and tool maintenance to ensure they work ...

Smithfield Foods

On-The-Job Trainer

Denison, IA

You'll take the lead in training and developing hourly team members, empowering them with essential technical skills like expert knife techniques, sharpening, and tool maintenance to ensure they work ...

Smithfield Foods

On-The-Job Trainer

Denison, IA

You'll take the lead in training and developing hourly team members, empowering them with essential technical skills like expert knife techniques, sharpening, and tool maintenance to ensure they work ...

Smithfield Foods

On-The-Job Trainer

Cudahy, WI · On-site

You'll take the lead in training and developing hourly team members, empowering them with essential technical skills like expert knife techniques, sharpening, and tool maintenance to ensure they work ...

Smithfield Foods

On-The-Job Trainer

Cudahy, WI

You'll take the lead in training and developing hourly team members, empowering them with essential technical skills like expert knife techniques, sharpening, and tool maintenance to ensure they work ...

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How much do live in knife sharpening jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for live in knife sharpening in the United States is $17.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Can you make a living sharpening knives?

Live-in knife sharpening is a specialized service that can be profitable with consistent customer demand and proper pricing. Success depends on skill level, marketing, and local market size, but many sharpeners earn a full-time income through regular appointments and repeat clients.

What do you call someone who sharpens knives for a living?

A person who sharpens knives professionally is called a knife sharpener or cutlery sharpener. They often use sharpening stones, honing rods, or electric sharpeners and may work independently or for cutlery companies, sometimes requiring certification or specialized skills.

How much do knife sharpeners get paid?

Knife sharpeners typically earn between $10 and $25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and whether they work independently or for a company. Skilled sharpeners with certifications or specialized tools may charge higher rates or salaries, especially in commercial or high-end settings.

What is the going rate for knife sharpening?

For a live-in knife sharpening job, the typical rate ranges from $5 to $15 per knife, depending on the complexity and size of the blades. Some professionals charge hourly rates between $20 and $50, especially if offering additional services or working on multiple knives. Rates can vary based on location, experience, and whether the service is provided on-site or in a shop.

What is the difference between Live In Knife Sharpening vs Mobile Knife Sharpening?

AspectLive In Knife SharpeningMobile Knife Sharpening
Work EnvironmentPerforms sharpening at clients' homes or businesses, often staying on-site for extended periodsTravels to clients' locations, usually on a scheduled basis
Credentials/CertificationsRequires knife sharpening skills, possibly certifications in cutlery or sharpening techniquesSimilar certifications, with emphasis on safe handling and travel logistics
Industry UsageCommon in residential and small business settings, offering personalized servicePopular among commercial clients and busy households seeking convenience

Live In Knife Sharpening involves staying on-site at clients' locations, providing personalized, extended service, while Mobile Knife Sharpening involves traveling to clients' locations for scheduled appointments. Both roles require similar skills and certifications but differ mainly in work environment and service delivery style.

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1ST SHIFT PRODUCTION KILL FLOOR TRAINER

JBS Imports

Worthington, MN • On-site

$22.35 - $27.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Description
Position at JBS USA
1ST SHIFT-PRODUCTION TRAINER/KILL FLOOR
HOURS:
  • 1st Shift - flexible as needed or required

DUTIES
  • Training and motivation of all new employees
  • Conducting of Work Hardening programs
  • Conducting "off-line" knife sharpening classes on both straight and wizard knives
  • Completing various reports in a timely manner
  • May assists Occupational Health and the hospital for translation
  • Teach annual retraining classes
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Hours worked as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Knowledge and technical skills in a variety of KILL FLOOR jobs highly preferred
  • Good Safety record required
  • Good attendance record required
  • Superior knife sharpening skills (all types)-must achieve/maintain knives at or above 8.1 on the Anago knife sharpness tester
  • Great communication skills - written and oral
  • Valid driver license needed
  • Patient attitude with inexperienced employees
  • Excellent people skills
  • Ability to follow instructions
  • Ability to plan time efficiently
  • Ability to conduct training classes as assigned
  • Bilingual preferred but not required
  • Resume required

Can perform the functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:
  • Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
  • Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company-observed holidays;
  • 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
  • Base hourly salary range of $22.35-27.75
  • Career Development: Our Company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.
  • MN Earned sick and safe time
  • MN Paid Leave

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in states where it is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for any given position, compensation ranges are specific to those states and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to a candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiencies for the role.
We will continue to recruit until the position has been filled.
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
About us:
JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim's, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members, and our corporate office is located in beautiful Greeley, Colorado, where our 1,200 team members onsite enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year.
Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity
EOE, including disability/vets.
Unsolicited Assistance: JBS and its companies do not accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at JBS and its companies or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned by JBS and its companies. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by JBS and its companies because of an unsolicited referral.

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