Expierenced Meat Butcher

Global Center Meats; Lismore (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Employee Discount

Great Environment

Job summary

Global Center Meats is seeking a skilled Meat Butcher to join our team in Minnesota. You will break down whole carcasses into retail-ready cuts and craft specialty products while upholding our premium standards.

You will trim, grind, and prepare cuts, manage display cases, and advise customers on cooking methods. This role requires 2–3 years of experience and familiarity with meat safety requirements.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of professional meat-cutting or butchering experience in retail, grocery, or processing environment.
• Proficiency with band saws, grinders, tenderizers, vacuum sealers and knives.
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments (35F–40F) and lift 50+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Break down whole carcasses, primals, and subprimals into retail-ready cuts (beef, pork, lamb).
• Trim, tie, grind, and prepare specialized cuts, sausages, and value-added meats to shop standards.
• Manage and stock service cases, ensuring visual appeal, proper rotation, and clear labeling.
• Provide expert advice on cooking methods, flavor profiles, and custom cut requests to customers.
• Maintain strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, OSHA, and USDA standards; keep areas clean.

Skills

Meat cutting

Tools

Band saws

Meat grinders

Tenderizers

Vacuum sealers

Hand knives

Job description

Full-Time/Part-Time Pay: (Based on experience)

About Us

At Global Center Meats, we take pride in delivering top-quality cuts, exceptional craft, and outstanding service to our community. We are looking for a skilled, detail-oriented Meat Butcher to join our team and help maintain our reputation for premium products and craft precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Breakdown & Processing: Break down whole carcasses, primals, and subprimals into retail-ready cuts (beef, pork, lamb).
• Craftsmanship: Trim, tie, grind, and prepare specialized cuts, sausages, and value-added meats to shop standards.
• Display & Presentation: Manage and stock service cases, ensuring visual appeal, proper rotation, and clear labeling.
• Customer Service: Provide expert advice on cooking methods, flavor profiles, and custom cut requests to customers.
• Sanitation & Safety: Maintain strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, OSHA, and USDA standards. Keep work areas, equipment, and tools clean and operational.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum [2-3] years of professional meat-cutting or butchering experience in a retail, grocery, or processing environment.
• Tool & Equipment Mastery: Proficient with band saws, meat grinders, tenderizers, vacuum sealers, and hand knives.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods, work in refrigerated environments (35F-40F), and lift up to 50+ lbs regularly.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of meat cuts, muscle structure, and proper food handling procedures.
• Certifications: Food Handler / Food Safety Certification required (or willing to obtain upon hire).

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: Based on experience with room for growth. Benefits: Paid Time Off,
• Employee Discount: Generous discounts on all store products.
• Great Environment: A passionate team that values quality, craft, and work-life balance.

Ready to bring your trade skills to our team?

Global Center Meats is an Equal Opportunity Employer.