Meat Cutter/Butcher – Full-Time, Benefits Included

Renner Corner Meats; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Health, dental & vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) employer matching

Job summary

Renner Corner Meats is seeking a dependable Meat Cutter to join our Sioux Falls team. The role focuses on cutting, trimming, deboning, and preparing meat per quality standards while delivering excellent customer service.

The position includes full-time hours, benefits, and the chance to work with a skilled team in a refrigerated environment. Weekend availability during peak seasons is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in meat cutting, butchery, or meat processing preferred.
• Strong knife skills and familiarity with meat processing equipment.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work safely in a refrigerated environment.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to quality.
• Strong teamwork and customer service skills.
• Ability to work weekends during seasonal periods.

Responsibilities

• Meat Cutting & Butchery: Break down carcasses and cut, trim, and debone meat using proper knife skills and butchering techniques.
• Prepare meat products according to established quality standards and customer preferences.
• Portion, weigh, package, and label products for retail and wholesale sales.

Skills

Meat cutting

Butchery

Meat processing

Customer service

Teamwork

Knife skills

Food safety

Tools

Band saws

Grinders

Slicers

Vacuum sealers

Curing equipment

Job description

Meat Cutter/Butcher – Full-Time, Benefits Included

Location: Just 2 miles north of Sioux Falls on Cliff Ave.

We are seeking a dependable and skilled Meat Cutter to join our team! This position is ideal for someone with experience in meat cutting, butchery, meat processing, or food preparation who takes pride in quality workmanship and providing excellent customer service.

PAY & BENEFITS

• $18.00–$20.00 per hour
• Full-time employment
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• 401(k) employer matching

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Meat Cutting & Butchery

• Break down carcasses and cut, trim, and debone meat using proper knife skills and butchering techniques.
• Prepare meat products according to established quality standards and customer preferences.
• Portion, weigh, package, and label products for retail and wholesale sales.

Meat Processing & Production

• Receive and inspect incoming livestock, carcasses, and meat products for quality and freshness.
• Operate meat processing equipment, including band saws, grinders, slicers, vacuum sealers, stuffers, and curing equipment.
• Maintain consistent product quality, accurate weights, and efficient production.

Food Safety & Sanitation

• Follow food safety regulations and sanitation procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Monitor meat storage conditions and prevent cross-contamination.

Customer Service & Inventory

• Assist customers with product selection, cooking recommendations, and special requests.
• Help customers transport purchases from the freezer or cooler to their vehicles.
• Receive, stock, and rotate inventory to maintain freshness and minimize waste.
• Assist with merchandising, customer orders, and inventory control.

Equipment & Teamwork

• Safely operate, clean, and maintain meat processing equipment.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and customer needs.
• Maintain accurate inventory, production, and quality control records.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in meat cutting, butchery, or meat processing preferred.
• Strong knife skills and familiarity with meat processing equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work safely in a refrigerated environment.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to quality.
• Strong teamwork and customer service skills.
• Ability to work weekends during seasonal periods.

JOIN OUR TEAM!

If you're looking for a full-time opportunity offering competitive hourly pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to put your meat cutting skills to work, we'd love to hear from you!