Meat Cutter Apprentice

Albertsons Companies; Gilford (NH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Meat Cutter Apprentice to learn cutting, trimming and preparation of meat products alongside experienced meat cutters. You will help set up displays, maintain cleanliness and uphold food safety standards in a fast-paced retail environment.

No prior cutting experience is required; a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and teamwork are essential. You will gain hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities to grow within our meat department.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn through on-the-job training and mentorship.
• 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 attitude with the ability to assist customers and answer product-related questions.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced meat cutters in learning cutting, trimming and preparation of meat products.
• Help set up displays and maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Provide excellent customer service and answer product-related questions.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and support the meat department team.

Skills

Willingness to Learn

Work Ethic

Food Safety Awareness

Customer Service Skills

Physical Capability

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Basic Technical Skills

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.

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.