Meat Cutter Apprentice

Albertsons•Boise, ID

About The Position

As a Meat Cutter Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced meat cutters to learn how to cut, trim, and prepare a variety of meat products. You will assist with setting up displays, maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards, and providing excellent customer service. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys helping others, and is eager to develop their skills. No prior meat-cutting experience is required; a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and belief that food brings people together are emphasized.

Requirements

  • Eagerness to learn and develop meat-cutting skills.
  • Reliable, hardworking, and committed to learning and contributing to the team.
  • Basic knowledge of sanitation and safe handling practices for raw meat.
  • Friendly, helpful customer-service attitude and ability to answer product-related questions.
  • Comfortable lifting up to 40 lbs., standing for extended periods, and working in refrigerated environments.
  • Ability to follow instructions precisely and maintain clean, organized workspaces.
  • Willingness to work with fellow associates and contribute to a positive store culture.
  • Familiarity with or willingness to learn how to use meat department tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Learn meat-cutting skills through on-the-job training and mentorship.
  • Assist with cutting, trimming, and preparing a variety of meat products.
  • Assist with setting up displays.
  • Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.
  • Provide customer service and answer product-related questions.
  • Follow instructions precisely and maintain clean, organized workspaces.
  • Partner with fellow associates and contribute to a positive store culture.
  • Use or learn to use meat department tools and equipment.

Benefits

  • Competitive wages paid weekly
  • Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through Stream
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Associate discounts
  • Training, career growth, and development
  • Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k)
  • Vacation / Paid Time Off
  • Inclusive work culture built on belonging
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