Meat Cutter Apprentice

Albertsons • Augusta, ME

11d

About The Position

As a Meat Cutter Apprentice, you’ll work side-by-side with experienced meat cutters to learn the craft of cutting, trimming, and preparing 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 grow their skills. No prior cutting experience is required; a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and belief that food brings people together are valued.

Albertsons Companies Inc. describes itself as a people-oriented business focused on bringing people together around the joys of food and inspiring well-being. The company offers an inclusive work culture, competitive weekly wages, flexible work schedules, associate discounts, training and career development, benefits for eligible employees, and vacation or paid time off.

Requirements

• A willingness to learn meat cutting skills through on-the-job training and mentorship.
• A reliable, hardworking approach and commitment to learning and contributing to the team.
• Basic knowledge of sanitation and safe handling practices for raw meat.
• A friendly, helpful attitude and ability to assist customers and answer product-related questions.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in refrigerated environments.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions 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, trimming, and preparation through on-the-job training and mentorship.
• Assist with setting up displays.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Provide 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 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

What This Job Offers

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