Meat Cutter FT
Company : KJ's Market
Location : New Ellenton, SC, 29809
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 2 January 2026
Overview
Come grow with grocery at Kj’s Market! We’re not like other grocery stores – We Create Smiles! Plus, we’re family-owned and based in the Carolinas since 1922! Join us where you can create smiles, share your hometown pride, and grow in a fast-paced environment – We need YOU!
Benefits for Now and Your Future:
- Weekly Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
RETIREMENT
- 100% Company Funded Pension
- 401K
Responsibilities
1. Provides polite, friendly service to all guests.2. Prepares product for sale (cutting, weighing, trimming) according to Floco Foods standards.3. Prices, stocks, and rotates frozen and prepared meats and fresh meat case.4. Provides special guests service requests (ie. special cuts, slicing, etc.).5. Maintains sanitation standards in the cooler, sales and prep areas.6. Maintains high quality, freshness and properly dated product available for sale.7. Communicate temperature failures to supervisor.8. Announce meat department sale items on the PA system.9. Assist in product receiving and storage.10. All other tasks as assigned by management.
Qualifications
1. Friendly, outgoing personality.2. Ability to work well with others.3. Ability to lift 100 lbs. occasionally and 40 lbs. constantly.4. Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.5. Effective communication and guests service skills.6. Must be at least 18 years old.7. Must be able to work in a cold environment.8. Ability to bend, kneel, and stand for extended periods of time.9. Previous meat cutting experience.10. Meat cutting skill test qualifications.
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Frequently asked questions
Expect to regularly lift weights up to 100 lbs and maintain stamina standing for long periods in cooler environments. The role requires bending, kneeling, and precise cutting skills, so physical fitness and endurance are crucial for daily operations in meat processing.
KJ's Market values proven meat cutting skills demonstrated through practical tests. While formal certifications vary by region, passing their meat cutting skill test and having prior experience greatly boosts your chances of securing this position.
Starting as a Meat Cutter FT often leads to roles like apprentice meat cutter, meat supervisor, or processor specialist. Gaining experience in different cutting techniques and product handling can open doors to supervisory or quality control positions.
At KJ's Market, the Meat Cutter FT role emphasizes friendly guest interaction and hometown pride, alongside technical meat cutting. The family-owned atmosphere and comprehensive benefits, including a 100% company-funded pension, distinguish it from larger chains.
KJ's Market fosters a supportive, fast-paced environment where employees can develop multiple skills. The company’s focus on smiles and community creates a welcoming atmosphere, making it ideal for those who enjoy teamwork and steady professional development.
Meat Cutter FT positions in New Ellenton typically offer between $13 and $17 per hour, reflecting local cost of living and demand. This range aligns competitively with other South Carolina markets, factoring in benefits like weekly pay and medical coverage.
Meat cutter roles in New Ellenton have steady demand due to regional grocery needs and local food processing. While not highly saturated, candidates with prior cutting experience and the ability to work in cold environments tend to have an edge.
New Ellenton’s small-town layout means most commutes are short, but public transport options are limited. Many employees rely on personal vehicles; planning for early shifts in colder months is advisable due to outdoor parking and cooler workspace conditions.
KJ’s Market Meat Cutter FT positions blend customer service with technical meat prep tasks, such as announcing sales and handling special cut requests. This dual focus differs from typical meat processor roles that prioritize production over guest interaction.
The company enforces strict sanitation protocols in prep and cooler areas, and expects staff to monitor product freshness vigilantly. Employees receive training to report temperature issues promptly, ensuring a safe, high-quality meat department environment.