Butcher / Meat Cutter in New York

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.

$35,696 NY Median Salary
5% Growth Rate
1–2 years Training

💰 Butcher / Meat Cutter Salary in New York

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

Entry
$28,000
Median
$35,696
Experienced
$58,000

🎓 Butcher / Meat Cutter Licensing in New York

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 York state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Butcher / Meat Cutter Programs in New York

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

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Trade School

Institute of Culinary Education

📍 New York, NY
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Culinary Tech Center

📍 White Plains, NY
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Community College

Niagara County Community College

📍 Sanborn, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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CUNY Kingsborough Community College

📍 Brooklyn, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Professional Culinary Academy

📍 Buffalo, NY
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Nassau Community College

📍 Garden City, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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SUNY Westchester Community College

📍 Valhalla, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Onondaga Community College

📍 Syracuse, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Suffolk County Community College

📍 Selden, NY
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Erie Community College

📍 Buffalo, NY
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Rockland Community College

📍 Suffern, NY
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Tompkins Cortland Community College

📍 Dryden, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Monroe Community College

📍 Rochester, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Schenectady County Community College

📍 Schenectady, NY
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Mohawk Valley Community College

📍 Utica, NY
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Cayuga County Community College

📍 Auburn, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Sullivan County Community College

📍 Loch Sheldrake, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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SUNY Adirondack

📍 Queensbury, NY
Certificate 1-<2yr
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SUNY Broome Community College

📍 Binghamton, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Finger Lakes Community College

📍 Canandaigua, NY
Certificate 1-<2yr

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