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Part Time Meat Cutter Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Meat Cutter / Butcher

Summerville, SC · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

NOW HIRING / IMMEDIATELY HIRING FULL TIME & PART TIME Meat Cutter / Butcher Requirements: * Must be 18 years of age to operate kitchen equipment * 1 year of kitchen / culinary / chef experience ...

Pacific Market in Santa Rosa is looking for a Part-time Meat Clerk to join the team for the ... Meat Cutter, wrapping merchandise and give it to the customer. * Meat Clerks are responsible for ...

Meat Cutter

Onalaska, WI

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

Onalaska Part-Time ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS: We are a Wisconsin grocer that is committed to giving back ... Meat Cutter Reports To: Meat Manager Schedule: Part-Time, Early mornings including one day on the ...

Meat Cutter

Fort Atkinson, WI

$14 - $18.50/hr

Meat Cutter - Part Time Reports To: Meat Manager Must have weekend availability. Are you an ... experienced butcher or meat cutter with a passion for meat and seafood, and delivering exceptional ...

Meat Cutter

Fort Atkinson, WI

$14 - $18.50/hr

Meat Cutter - Part Time Reports To: Meat Manager Must have weekend availability. Are you an experienced butcher or meat cutter with a passion for meat and seafood, and delivering exceptional guest ...

Meat Cutter

Fort Atkinson, WI · On-site

$14 - $18.50/hr

Meat Cutter - Part Time Reports To: Meat Manager Must have weekend availability. Are you an experienced butcher or meat cutter with a passion for meat and seafood, and delivering exceptional guest ...

Meat Cutter

Onalaska, WI

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

Meat Manager Schedule: Part-Time, Early mornings including one day on the weekend. 18+ is required. Are you an experienced butcher or meat cutter with a passion for meat and seafood, and delivering ...

Meat Cutter

Onalaska, WI · On-site

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

Name Onalaska Position Type Part-Time Company Overview ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS: We are a Wisconsin ... Meat Cutter Reports To: Meat Manager Schedule: Part-Time, Early mornings including one day on the ...

Meat Cutter

Fort Atkinson, WI

$14 - $18.50/hr

Meat Cutter - Part Time Reports To: Meat Manager Must have weekend availability. Are you an experienced butcher or meat cutter with a passion for meat and seafood, and delivering exceptional guest ...

Meat Cutter

Kimberly, WI

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

The Meat Cutter position can be part-time or full-time. The work schedule may include mornings, afternoons, weekends, and holidays, with flexibility to work evenings or overnight as needed. Are you ...

Meat Cutter

Fort Atkinson, WI

$14 - $18.50/hr

Meat Cutter - Part Time Reports To: Meat Manager Must have weekend availability. Are you an experienced butcher or meat cutter with a passion for meat and seafood, and delivering exceptional guest ...

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How much do part time meat cutter jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time meat cutter in the United States is $17.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a part time meat cutter do?

A part-time meat cutter is responsible for preparing, cutting, and packaging various types of meat products in a retail or grocery store setting. Their duties often include trimming, boning, grinding, and displaying meat, as well as ensuring products meet quality and safety standards. They may also assist customers with special orders, maintain clean work areas, and follow proper food handling procedures. The role typically requires knowledge of different cuts of meat and the safe use of cutting equipment.

What are some common challenges part time meat cutters face, and how can they be managed?

Part-time meat cutters often face challenges such as maintaining consistent product quality during busy periods and adapting to varying shift schedules. Working with sharp tools and heavy equipment also requires strict attention to safety protocols. To manage these challenges, it's important to communicate regularly with the team, stay organized, and follow established procedures for safe handling and sanitation. Many employers provide ongoing training to help part-time staff stay updated on best practices and safety standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time meat cutter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Meat Cutter, you need a solid understanding of meat preparation, knife skills, and food safety practices, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with meat cutting equipment, scales, and inventory management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, customer service orientation, and the ability to work efficiently in a team are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining product quality, ensuring safety, and providing excellent customer service in a retail or grocery setting.

What is the difference between Part Time Meat Cutter vs Part Time Butcher?

AspectPart Time Meat CutterPart Time Butcher
CredentialsFood safety certification, knife skillsFood safety certification, knife skills
Work EnvironmentGrocery stores, supermarketsButcher shops, meat markets
Industry UsageCommon in retail grocery settingsCommon in specialized meat shops
Job FocusPreparing and cutting meat for saleProcessing, cutting, and sometimes custom butchering

Both roles involve meat preparation and require similar certifications. A Part Time Meat Cutter typically works in grocery stores focusing on preparing meat for retail, while a Part Time Butcher may work in specialized shops with more emphasis on custom cuts and processing. The main difference lies in the work environment and scope of duties, but both roles share core skills and certifications.

Is being a part time meat cutter worth it?

Part-time meat cutters typically earn hourly wages that vary by location and experience, with opportunities for overtime. The job involves handling sharp tools, working in cold environments, and requires knowledge of meat cutting techniques, which can provide valuable skills and flexible scheduling for part-time workers.
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Part Time Meat Cutter Apprentice

SpartanNash Associates, LLC

Litchfield, MN

$17 - $19/hr

Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


SpartanNash rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 333 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

461st of 739 rated retailers


Job description

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states.

Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers.

Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

Location:

951 East Frontage Rd. - Litchfield, Minnesota 55355

COMPENSATION: Hourly rate $17.00 - $19.00 depending on experience.
 
BENEFITS:
Full Time Benefits
Excellent benefits package, including PTO and 7 paid holidays. Eligible for healthcare (single and family) first of the month following date of hire. 401(k) plan with employer match available. Employer paid Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability. Paid Parental Leave after six months.
 
Starting Part Time Benefits 
Excellent benefits package, eligible to participate in 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan and work life resources.  Eligibility for paid holidays and additional benefits is based on meeting working hours requirements post hire. 

Position Summary:

This role is responsible to properly cut all types of meats into various types of cuts and all preparation of related products in the variety, size, quality, and trim prescribed by company and department standards; to ensure that the work shift contributes to the financial best interests of the store. Complete all other duties as assigned in a timely manner.

Here's what you’ll do:

  • Cut and weigh steaks, chops, etc. for individual servings.

  • Produce 'value-added' products per established guidelines.

  • Cut, trim, and bone carcass sections or prime cuts to reduce to cooking cuts. ​​

  • Follow established recipes to grind and tray meats and make sausage and other products.

  • Price, date, wrap and/or bag meat products per established guidelines using department scales.

  • Properly fill, rotate and merchandise shelves, cases and displays.

  • Notify the manager if products and supplies need to be ordered.

  • Receives, unloads, and stocks merchandise.

  • Have familiarity with all products carried in the department; know differences in price, taste, preparation, use etc. 

  • Practice suggestive selling techniques with customers.

  • Maintain a clean, attractive and well stocked department.

  • Follow all PPE and Safety Guidelines

  • Follow all Food Safety and Cleaning Expectations

  • Follow Guest Experience Guidelines

  • May be assigned tasks in other departments based on customer experience need

  • Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed

Here's what you’ll need:

  • High school diploma or GED

  • One (1) year retail or other related experience preferred.  Prior experience in a Meat Cutter, Apprentice role strongly preferred.

  • Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents 

  • Basic mathematical skills 

  • Detail Oriented

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally. The associate is required to stand and walk for extended periods of time and may bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is subject to a typical retail store environment (varied temperatures) and is exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans. 

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.


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