Meat Cutter Apprentice

Shaw’s and Star Market; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Employee discounts

Flexible schedules

Training & development

Health benefits

Vacation

Job summary

Shaw’s and Star Market in Newburyport, MA is hiring a Meat Cutter Apprentice to learn cutting, trimming, and preparing a variety of meat products. You’ll work side-by-side with experienced meat cutters in a fast-paced environment, assist with displays, and help customers with product questions.

No prior cutting experience required; the role emphasizes a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and food safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn through on-the-job training and mentorship.
• Reliable, hardworking, and committed to contributing to the team.
• Basic knowledge of sanitation and safe handling of raw meat.
• Friendly and helpful attitude to assist customers.
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in refrigerated environments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to keep workspaces clean and organized.
• Willingness to partner with associates and contribute to a positive store culture.
• Familiarity with meat department tools and equipment or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Learn meat cutting, trimming, and preparation of various products.
• Assist with setting up displays and maintaining cleanliness.
• Uphold food safety standards and provide excellent customer service.
• Support team in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Willingness to Learn

Work Ethic

Food Safety Awareness

Customer Service Skills

Physical Capability

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Basic Technical Skills

Tools

Meat department tools

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.