Meat Cutter Apprentice

Albertsons Companies•Bangor, ME
•$16 - $20

About The Position

As a Meat Cutter Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced meat cutters and learn 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 customer service. This is a hands-on, fast-paced, entry-level position with on-the-job training and mentorship; prior cutting experience is not required. Advancement opportunities are available.

Requirements

  • 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.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in refrigerated environments.
  • Ability to follow instructions precisely and maintain clean, organized workspaces.
  • Willingness to work collaboratively with fellow associates.
  • Familiarity with or willingness to learn to use meat department tools and equipment.
  • No prior meat cutting experience is required.

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.
  • Assist customers and answer product-related questions.
  • Follow instructions 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.
  • Training, career growth, and development support.
  • 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/or Company policy, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/vacation pay, paid holidays, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility).
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