Butcher / Meat Cutter in New Jersey

Butchers cut, trim, and prepare meat products for sale — a skilled trade that's experiencing a renaissance with the growth of artisan butcher shops, whole-animal butchery, and the farm-to-table movement. Experienced butchers at specialty shops command excellent wages and often develop loyal followings.

$40,740 NJ Median Salary
5% Growth Rate
1–2 years Training

💰 Butcher / Meat Cutter Salary in New Jersey

Estimated salary range for Butcher / Meat Cutters in New Jersey, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$28,000
Median
$40,740
Experienced
$58,000

🎓 Butcher / Meat Cutter Licensing in New Jersey

Credential required: Food Handler's Card + UFCW Training (union) or Apprenticeship

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the New Jersey state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Butcher / Meat Cutter Programs in New Jersey

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🗺️ This Career in Other States

🏫 Schools and programs related to Butcher / Meat Cutter in New Jersey

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Community College

Hudson County Community College

📍 Jersey City, NJ
Certificate 2-4yr
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Community College

Atlantic Cape Community College

📍 Mays Landing, NJ
Certificate 2-4yr
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Technical College

Ocean County Vocational-Technical School

📍 Toms River, NJ
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Community College

Passaic County Community College

📍 Paterson, NJ
Certificate 2-4yr
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Community College

County College of Morris

📍 Randolph, NJ
Certificate 2-4yr
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Community College

Rowan College at Burlington County

📍 Mount Laurel, NJ
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Community College

Brookdale Community College

📍 Lincroft, NJ
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Community College

Bergen Community College

📍 Paramus, NJ
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Trade School

New Community Career & Technical Institute

📍 Newark, NJ
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Community College

Mercer County Community College

📍 West Windsor, NJ
Award
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Community College

Middlesex College

📍 Edison, NJ
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Community College

Sussex County Community College

📍 Newton, NJ
Certificate 1-<2yr

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