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How Much Does a Professional Jamón Slicer Earn? [Price Guide]
Is there life—and more importantly, professional jamón slicers—after Florencio Sanchidrián? Absolutely. What there may not be is much money left in your pocket, as the Castile and León native reportedly charges around €4,000 per piece. The truth is that this profession requires patience, skill and a genuine love for jamón. Behind the slicing of this “precious delicacy found both inside and outside our pantries,” as Florencio describes it, there is far more technique than most people imagine. At Enrique Tomás, before going into how much a professional jamón slicer earns, we first look at what they actually do and how they differ from a master jamonero. Either way, we can already tell you that you don’t need to spend €4,000 to enjoy perfectly sliced jamón ibérico, iberico ham or jamones ibericos at home. We can do it just as well, and for much less.
What determines the price of a professional jamón slicer?
Jamón is not just food—it’s art. The master jamonero is the restorer—the artist who looks after the jamón from selecting the pieces, through salting and curing, all the way to the cellar. The professional slicer, on the other hand, is the sculptor—the expert who carves this exquisite edible artwork so you can truly experience its full flavour. A perfect cut brings out all its flavour and nuance.
Experience and technique
It may sound obvious, but the more experience they have and the more instinctive their technique becomes, the better the result and the higher their salary. Properly securing the leg, making clean cross-cuts, removing fat and oxidised layers, and separating meat from the bone with a small knife—this is everyday work for a professional.
Product knowledge
A professional slicer is distinguished from an amateur because they must know in detail the different types of jamón and their designations of origin. Clearly, jamón ibérico de cebo is not the same as cebo de campo ibérico, and an expert slicer knows exactly which cut best enhances each product.
Professional tools
They always work with their three essential allies for cutting high-quality jamón: the sharpening steel (chaira), the boning knife, and the long jamón knife. These tools are essential to preserve the quality of the piece and maintain its organoleptic properties.
Efficiency and presentation
Did you know that from a 5 kg jamón, only a little over 2 kg is actually edible? With a professional slicer, you can be sure you will enjoy every last gram, as they know exactly how to make the most of the piece, presenting it with impeccable elegance.
Prices of professional Iberian jamón slicers
At Enrique Tomás, we don’t only offer the finest jamón, but also professional slicing services. We can attend your parties or special events, so if you’re wondering how much a professional jamón slicer costs for a wedding or event, here is everything you need to know. All packs include a jamonero stand kit, slicer service, bamboo trays, napkins, setup, service, cleanup, and 2 hours of slicing:
100% Ibérico Bellota Jamón
- Jamonero Stand Kit
- Professional Slicer
- Bamboo trays
- Napkins
- Setup, service & cleanup
- Selected Jamón
- 2h slicing service
€895
+10% VAT
50% Ibérico Breed Bellota Jamón
- Jamonero Stand Kit
- Professional Slicer
- Bamboo trays
- Napkins
- Setup, service & cleanup
- Selected Jamón
- 2h slicing service
€795
+10% VAT
50% Ibérico Breed Cebo de Campo Jamón
- Jamonero Stand Kit
- Professional Slicer
- Bamboo trays
- Napkins
- Setup, service & cleanup
- Selected Jamón
- 2h slicing service
€675
+10% VAT
50% Ibérico Breed Cebo Jamón
- Jamonero Stand Kit
- Professional Slicer
- Bamboo trays
- Napkins
- Setup, service & cleanup
- Selected Jamón
- 2h slicing service
€575
+10% VAT
We also offer hand-slicing or machine-slicing services for all types of products, including Jamón Gran Reserva, Iberico ham, Cebo Ibérico, Cebo de Campo Ibérico and 100% Bellota Ibérico.
Events where jamón ibérico belongs
“Nobody eats jamón just to stop being hungry.”
Any occasion is a good excuse to include it, along with a professional slicer who serves it at its absolute best:
That’s the only way to enjoy its full flavour. As you know, jamón is best enjoyed immediately—cut and eaten, straight from knife to table, sometimes even without a plate.
Hire the best professional jamón slicer for your event. Visit our online shop and discover all our fantastic products.
