Meat Cutter Apprentice

Albertsons Companies • Dover-Foxcroft, ME

9d • $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 grow their skills. No prior cutting experience is required; a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and belief that food brings people together are encouraged.

This is an entry-level position with advancement opportunity. Training and mentorship are provided on the job. Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

• Willingness to learn meat cutting skills through on-the-job training and mentorship.
• Reliable, hardworking work ethic and commitment to learning and contributing to the team.
• Basic knowledge of sanitation and safe handling practices for raw meat.
• Friendly and helpful customer service skills, including the ability to 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 precisely.
• Willingness to work with fellow associates and contribute to a positive store culture.
• 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 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.
• 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.
• 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).

What This Job Offers

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