Meat Cutter Apprentice

Albertsons Companies • Freeport, ME

11d • $16 - $20

About The Position

As a Meat Cutter Apprentice, you’ll work alongside experienced meat cutters to learn how to cut, trim, and prepare a variety of meat products. You’ll 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 cutting experience is required; a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and belief that food brings people together are sought.

The position includes on-the-job training and mentorship. It is an entry-level position with advancement opportunity. Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on location, experience, qualifications, and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above the applicable range. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

• No prior meat-cutting experience is required.
• Willingness and eagerness to learn meat-cutting skills through training and mentorship.
• 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.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely.
• Willingness to work with fellow associates as part of a team.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn to use meat department tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Learn meat cutting, trimming, and preparation through on-the-job training and mentorship.
• Assist with setting up displays.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers with product-related questions.
• Follow instructions precisely and maintain clean, organized workspaces.
• Partner with fellow associates and contribute to a positive store culture.

Benefits

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging.
• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through the company’s partnership with Stream.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Associate discounts.
• Training, career growth, and development supported by leaders.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Vacation and paid time off.
• Depending on length of service, hours worked, applicable collective bargaining agreement, and company policy, benefits may include vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, paid holidays, and retirement benefits, including pension and/or 401(k) eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed