Meat Cutter

Safeway; Newtonville (MA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Associate discounts

Training & growth

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Albertsons Companies Inc. is seeking a Meat Cutter to prepare fresh meat, trim and label products, and assist customers in finding the right cuts.

You will maintain displays, follow food safety procedures, and work with knives, grinders, and saws in a fast-paced department. This role emphasizes precision, reliability, and hands-on meat preparation, with opportunities for growth within the butcher team. All shifts require standing in cold environments and lifting up to 75 lbs.

Qualifications

• Clear customer communication when assisting customers and fulfilling cut requests
• Experience trimming, cutting, and preparing meat products
• Safe handling of knives, grinders, and saws and wrapping equipment
• Accuracy in portioning, packaging, labeling, and maintaining product quality
• Knowledge of meat cuts, preparation methods, and cooking recommendations
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and safe food handling practices
• Ability to manage workflow while maintaining clean areas
• Maintaining well-stocked, visually appealing displays
• Following company policies, safety requirements, and regulations
• Ability to stand for long periods in cold environments and lift up to 75 lbs

Responsibilities

• Prepare beef, poultry, and other meat cuts for display and sale
• Ensure products are trimmed, packaged, and labeled correctly
• Answer customer questions and accommodate special cut requests
• Maintain department organized, stocked, and displays in good order
• Follow safety procedures and sanitation standards in all tasks
• Operate knives, grinders, and saws safely and efficiently

Skills

Customer interaction

Meat cutting

Equipment use

Attention to detail

Product knowledge

Sanitation awareness

Organization & time management

Merchandising awareness

Operational awareness

Physical stamina

Tools

Knives

Grinders

Saws

Wrapping equipment

Job description

A Day In The Life

As a Meat Cutter, your day is centered around preparing fresh meat products and maintaining a high standard of quality. You work with a variety of cuts, preparing beef, poultry, and other items for display while ensuring products are trimmed, packaged, and labeled correctly. Along the way, you interact with customers, answer questions, and accommodate special cut requests to help them find exactly what they need.

Another part of the role is keeping the department organized, stocked, and operating smoothly. You’ll use equipment such as knives, grinders, and saws to prepare products, monitor freshness, and maintain clean work areas that meet food safety standards. Between preparing products, maintaining displays, and following safety procedures, the work stays steady making it a good fit for someone who values precision, consistency, and hands‑on food preparation.

What You Bring To The Table

• Customer Interaction Skills: Clear communication when assisting customers and fulfilling special cut requests
• Meat Cutting Skills: Experience trimming, cutting, and preparing meat products using standard techniques
• Equipment Use: Handling knives, grinders, saws, and wrapping equipment following safety guidelines
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in portioning, packaging, labeling, and maintaining product quality
• Product Knowledge: Familiarity with meat cuts, preparation methods, and cooking recommendations
• Sanitation Awareness: Knowledge of cleaning procedures and safe food handling practices
• Organization & Time Management: Managing workflow while maintaining clean and orderly work areas
• Merchandising Awareness: Maintaining well‑stocked and visually consistent meat displays
• Operational Awareness: Following company policies, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines
• Physical Capability: Comfort with standing for extended periods, working in cold environments, and lifting up to 75 lbs.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Prior meat cutting or food preparation experience required
• Ability to operate power equipment such as saws, grinders, and slicers following training and safety guidelines
• Knowledge of meat cuts and preparation techniques required
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments and maintain sanitation standards
• Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Compliance with company policies including food safety, sanitation, and dress standards

Why You Will Choose Us

Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company’s philosophy. Our goal is to continue to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being and that starts with people like you bringing your unique self to our company and making it one person stronger and better!

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging
• Competitive Wages paid weekly
• Flexible work schedules
• Associate discounts
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Vacation / Paid Time Off

Our Values

• We put people first.
• We are customer driven.
• We value different perspectives.
• We raise the bar.
• We act as owners.
• We are one team.
• We build belonging.
• We are committed to a healthy future.