Prime Beef Cutter – Fine-Dining Butcher

Ruth's Chris Steak House; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay + Weekly Paycheck

PTO & Health Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Discount

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Columbia, SC is seeking a skilled butcher to join our culinary team. You will expertly break down, portion, trim, and prepare USDA Prime beef and other meats to exact specifications, ensuring consistent quality and proper labeling and storage throughout the line.

The role requires experience in high-volume or fine-dining settings, strong knowledge of meat prep techniques, and the ability to work with knives and slicers safely.

Qualifications

• Proven butcher experience in high-volume or fine-dining environments.
• Deep knowledge of meat prep techniques, cuts, and safety protocols.
• Able to handle knives, slicers, and butchery tools with precision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Culinary training or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Break down, portion, trim, and prepare USDA Prime beef and other meats to exact specs.
• Maintain consistent portion sizes and quality across cuts.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and rotation of meat products.
• Follow health and safety guidelines including sanitation and equipment handling.
• Collaborate with chefs and kitchen staff for timely prep and availability of products.
• Maintain a clean, organized butchering area and uphold food safety standards.
• Inspect meat on delivery for quality and freshness, report discrepancies.

Skills

Butchery experience

Meat preparation

Knife handling

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Culinary training (plus)

Education

Culinary training or certification

Tools

Knives

Slicers

Butchery equipment

Job description

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Columbia, SC is seeking a skilled butcher to join our culinary team. You will expertly break down, portion, trim, and prepare USDA Prime beef and other meats to exact specifications, ensuring consistent quality and proper labeling and storage throughout the line.

The role requires experience in high-volume or fine-dining settings, strong knowledge of meat prep techniques, and the ability to work with knives and slicers safely.