Meat Cutter Apprentice

Albertsons Companies; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Earned wage access

Flexible schedules

Employee discounts

Training & development

Health benefits

Vacation/PTO

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Meat Cutter Apprentice to learn the craft alongside experienced cutters in a fast-paced retail environment. You will cut, trim, and prepare a variety of meat products while assisting with displays and maintaining cleanliness.

No prior experience required; a strong work ethic and willingness to learn are essential. You will gain hands-on training, meet food safety standards, and grow with a company that values teamwork and customer service.

Qualifications

• On-the-job training to learn meat cutting skills.
• Understand sanitation and safe handling of raw meat.
• Ability to follow instructions precisely.
• Customer service mindset and helpful attitude.
• Comfortable lifting up to 40 lbs. and standing for long hours.
• Willing to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player with a positive store culture.

Responsibilities

• Learn carving, trimming and preparation of a variety of meat products.
• Set up displays and maintain clean, safe meat department.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Assist experienced meat cutters and learn on the job.
• Adhere to food safety standards.

Skills

Willingness to Learn

Work Ethic

Food Safety Awareness

Customer Service

Physical Stamina

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Basic Tool Handling

Job description

A Day In The Life

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, perfect for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys helping others, and is eager to grow their skills. No prior cutting experience is required—just a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a belief that food brings people together.

A Day In The Life

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, perfect for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys helping others, and is eager to grow their skills. No prior cutting experience is required—just a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a belief that food brings people together.

What You Bring To The Table

• Willingness to Learn: Eagerness to develop meat cutting skills through on‑the‑job training and mentorship.
• Work Ethic: Reliable, hardworking, and committed to learning and contributing to the team.
• Food Safety Awareness: Basic knowledge of sanitation and safe handling practices for raw meat.
• Customer Service Skills: Friendly and helpful attitude with the ability to assist customers and answer product‑related questions.
• Physical Capability: Comfortable lifting up to 40 lbs., standing for extended periods, and working in refrigerated environments.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to follow instructions precisely and maintain clean, organized workspaces.
• Teamwork: Willingness to partner with fellow associates and contribute to a positive store culture.
• Basic Technical Skills: Familiarity with or willingness to learn how to use meat department tools and equipment.

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
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• 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.