Meat Cutter Apprentice

Albertsons • Saco, ME

8d

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 hands-on role takes place in a fast-paced environment and is suited to 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 emphasized.

Requirements

• Willingness to learn and develop 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 and helpful customer service approach, with the 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, the use of meat department tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Learn to cut, trim, and prepare a variety of meat products through on-the-job training and mentorship.
• 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.
• Work 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 a partnership with Stream
• Flexible work schedules
• Associate discounts
• Leaders invested in training, career growth, and development
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k)
• Vacation / Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

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