(18yrs+ to apply) Journeyman Meat Cutter - Dekalb

SMI Schnuck Markets Inc.

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Schnucks DeKalb Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted February 10, 2026 Last posted February 28, 2026
Job description

Job Description

This is not an official job description, but represents major responsibilities a new hire can expect to perform.You could expect the position of meat cutter to include the following:

DUTIES:

• Provide friendly and courteous service to customers
• Know how to use all tools including power tools ( saws,grinder,cubing machine,sealer,wrapper machine Weigh, Wrap, label and price product
• Clean all meat equipment and tools.
• Know how to perform work in service meat department.
• Cut and prepare all cuts of meat including blocking beef, pork, lamb& veal
• Grinding meat
• Cube steaks & patty steaks
• Prepare product for the service meat case
• Suggestive selling and product sampling
• Receive product from our warehouse
• Stock, straighten and rotate product in meat cases and coolers
• Read and understand shelf tags
• Follow company safety guidelines when using equipment
• Provide customers with proper cooking instructions
• Check and maintain the proper temperature controls for coolers, freezers and cutting room
• Maintain cleanliness of work area, equipment and meat cases following company safety and sanitation guidelines
• At closing, pull product from service meat case for proper storage
• Other duties may be assigned at the discretion of store management

TRAINING

Training will be provided at store level.

PHYSCIAL DEMANDS

Bending
Stooping
Work in cold wet environment
Must be able to lift up to 125-150 pounds
Working on feet entire shift (8 hours)

Additional Requirements – Internal Candidates:

  • Store/Facility Teammates: minimum of six months employment with Schnucks preferred.
  • Store Support Center Teammates: minimum of one year employment with Schnucks preferred.
  • Must be in good standing (not on a performance improvement plan or active discipline).
  • If invited for an interview, must have manager approval based on performance.

Schnucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation Pay Range:

$27.30 - $27.30

We offer a variety of benefits to support your overall wellbeing including, healthcare, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and teammate discounts. Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied and offerings may differ based upon length of service, area and/or position.

About this role

Summary

Cut, prepare, and serve meat products, maintain safety and sanitation, assist customers.

Job title

Journeyman Meat Cutter

Experience level

18+ years

Industry

retail

Location requirements

Schnucks DeKalb, on-site, no remote work allowed

Salary

$27.30 - $27.30

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

meat cuttingfood safetyequipment operationtemperature control

Preferred skills

customer serviceproduct sampling

Specializations

meat cuttingfood safetycustomer servicemeat preparation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site