Meat Cutter

Albertsons Companies • Poultney Village, VT

7d

About The Position

As a Meat Cutter, you prepare fresh meat products, including beef, poultry, and other items, for display. You trim, portion, package, and label products accurately while maintaining product quality and freshness. You also assist customers, answer questions, and fulfill special cut requests.

You help keep the meat department organized, stocked, and operating smoothly. The role involves using knives, grinders, saws, slicers, and wrapping equipment; maintaining clean work areas and displays; and following food safety, sanitation, company, and regulatory requirements. The work may involve standing for extended periods, working in refrigerated environments, and lifting up to 75 pounds. This is described as an entry-level position with advancement opportunities.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Prior meat cutting or food preparation experience is required.
• Ability to operate power equipment such as saws, grinders, and slicers, following training and safety guidelines.
• Knowledge of meat cuts and preparation techniques is required.
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments and maintain sanitation standards.
• Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Comply with company policies, including food safety, sanitation, and dress standards.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 75 pounds.
• Clear communication skills when assisting customers and fulfilling special cut requests.
• Attention to detail in portioning, packaging, labeling, and maintaining product quality.
• Organization and time-management skills to manage workflow and maintain orderly work areas.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with preparation methods and cooking recommendations for meat products.
• Merchandising awareness to maintain well-stocked and visually consistent displays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cut beef, poultry, and other meat products for display.
• Trim, portion, package, and label products accurately.
• Monitor product freshness and maintain product quality.
• Assist customers, answer questions, and accommodate special cut requests.
• Keep the department organized, stocked, and operating smoothly.
• Use knives, grinders, saws, slicers, and wrapping equipment in accordance with training and safety guidelines.
• Maintain clean work areas and meat displays in accordance with sanitation and food safety standards.
• Follow company policies, safety requirements, dress standards, and applicable regulatory guidelines.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules.
• Associate discounts.
• Training, career growth, and development.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Vacation and paid time off.
• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Benefits may include vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, paid holidays, and retirement benefits, subject to eligibility and applicable terms.

What This Job Offers

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