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Trainee Butcher Meat Cutter Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Butcher/Meat Cutter

Trimble, MO

$13.50 - $18/hr

Meat Cutter/Butcher - Paradise Locker Meats (PLM) Schedule: Monday-Friday with probable overtime (No weekends!) Location: Trimble, MO Paradise Locker Meats is seeking motivated and detail-oriented ...

Butcher/Meat Cutter

Trimble, MO · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

Meat Cutter/Butcher - Paradise Locker Meats (PLM) Schedule: Monday-Friday with probable overtime (No weekends!) Location: Trimble, MO Paradise Locker Meats is seeking motivated and detail-oriented ...

Butcher/Meat Cutter

Trimble, MO · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

Meat Cutter/Butcher - Paradise Locker Meats (PLM) Schedule: Monday-Friday with probable overtime (No weekends!) Location: Trimble, MO Paradise Locker Meats is seeking motivated and detail-oriented ...

Butcher/Meat Cutter

Renner, SD

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Specific Functions and Duties: 1. Butchery: Utilize knife skills, tools, equipment and butchering techniques to break down carcasses, cut, trim, and debone meat according to established standards and ...

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Meat Cutter

Sparks, NV · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Experienced Butcher / Meat cutter Job Overview We are seeking an experienced and reliable Butcher to join our team. This position requires a skilled professional with knowledge of meat cutting ...

Meat Butcher

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

The butcher/meat cutter position is key in executing accurate prep with consistency and quality control to ensure that every guest has a memorable meal. As a butcher, you will be executing the ...

Meat Butcher

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

The butcher/meat cutter position is key in executing accurate prep with consistency and quality control to ensure that every guest has a memorable meal. As a butcher, you will be executing the ...

Meat Butcher

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

The butcher/meat cutter position is key in executing accurate prep with consistency and quality control to ensure that every guest has a memorable meal. As a butcher, you will be executing the ...

Butcher

Aynor, SC · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Butcher & Meat Cutter: Meat Preparation: Cut, bone, trim, and grind farm fresh meat into retail-ready steaks, chops, and roasts. Packaging & Display: Weigh, wrap, and label products to create eye ...

Butcher

Fresno, CA · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Proven experience as a butcher, meat cutter, or in a similar meat processing role * Strong knowledge of meat cuts, grades, and preparation techniques * Proficiency with butchering tools and equipment ...

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Butcher

Fresno, CA · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Proven experience as a butcher, meat cutter, or in a similar meat processing role * Strong knowledge of meat cuts, grades, and preparation techniques * Proficiency with butchering tools and equipment ...

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Butcher

Fresno, CA · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Proven experience as a butcher, meat cutter, or in a similar meat processing role * Strong knowledge of meat cuts, grades, and preparation techniques * Proficiency with butchering tools and equipment ...

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How much do trainee butcher meat cutter jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for trainee butcher meat cutter in the United States is $17.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How much does a trainee butcher meat cutter make?

A trainee butcher meat cutter typically earns between $10 and $15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the employer. Starting wages may be lower, with potential increases as skills and certifications improve. The role often involves learning knife skills, meat cutting techniques, and safety procedures in a retail or wholesale environment.

What is the difference between Trainee Butcher Meat Cutter vs Butcher?

AspectTrainee Butcher Meat CutterButcher
CertificationsOn-the-job training, possibly some culinary or meat cutting coursesFormal certifications or extensive experience often required
Work EnvironmentTraining environment, supervised tasks in retail or butcher shopsFull responsibility for meat preparation, more autonomous
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with meat cutting, learning techniques, basic tasksPerforming full meat cuts, managing inventory, customer service

The main difference is that a Trainee Butcher Meat Cutter is in training, focusing on learning skills under supervision, while a Butcher is fully qualified, experienced, and responsible for all meat cutting tasks independently.

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Job description

Meat Cutter/Butcher – Paradise Locker Meats (PLM)

Schedule: Monday–Friday with probable overtime (No weekends!)
Location: Trimble, MO

Paradise Locker Meats is seeking motivated and detail-oriented Meat Cutter to join our growing and dynamic team. Each day at PLM is filled with routine and hard work, but we are proud to be a driving force behind the cultural revolution of food in the United States.

Why Join Paradise?
  • Growing, family-owned business

  • Supportive, team oriented environment

  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

  • IRA Retirement Plan

  • Paid Vacation & Holidays

  • Employee discount at our on-site retail store

  • Day shift, Monday-Friday

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform Meat cutting duties

  • Efficiently cut meat with  accuracy and attention to detail

  • Ensure consistent quality control and compliance with company standards

  • Troubleshoot and optimize processes as needed

  • Assist processing team members

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment

Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience with using and keeping a sharp knife

  • Ability to work well with others and maintain a positive attitude

  • Strong attention to detail and quality control

  • Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per day

  • Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality and sanitation

  • Previous factory or food processing experience preferred, but not required


Work Environment

This role requires working in cold conditions and around moisture, machinery, and standard production noise.

About Us

Paradise Locker Meats (PLM) is a multi-faceted, family-owned business that processes and ships local, sustainable, and humanely raised meats. We proudly serve the Kansas City area and ship nationwide to top restaurants and retail shops, from New York and Boston to Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. PLM is also at the forefront of the domestic cured meats renaissance, producing our own line and collaborating with top curemasters across the country.

When our Friday truck leaves, every detail must be perfect—because our customers include some of the most celebrated and demanding chefs in the nation.

Note: A drug test is required for employment.

At PLM, we’re committed not only to offering competitive pay and comprehensive benefits but also to fostering a positive, supportive workplace. Our goal is to be the best place to work, providing opportunities for growth, collaboration, and a culture where every team member feels valued.

Visit our website, www.paradisemeats.com for more information.