Meat Cutter Apprentice

Randalls; North Bend (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Employee discounts

Career growth

Health benefits

Job summary

Albertsons Companies Inc. in North Bend, WA is seeking a Meat Cutter Apprentice to learn cutting, trimming, and preparing a variety of meat products on-the-job alongside experienced cuts staff.

You will help with displays, keep the department clean, and deliver friendly service to customers. No prior cutting experience is required—only a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and a belief that quality and safety matter.

Qualifications

• Willingness to develop meat cutting skills through on-the-job training and mentorship.
• Reliable work ethic and commitment to learning and team contribution.
• Basic knowledge of sanitation and safe handling practices for raw meat.
• Friendly, helpful attitude with the ability to assist customers and answer product questions.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in refrigerated environments.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely.
• Team player willing to collaborate with others.
• Familiarity with meat department tools or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cutting, trimming, and preparing meat products.
• Help set up displays and maintain department cleanliness and safety standards.
• Provide friendly customer service and product knowledge as needed.
• Support team with operational tasks in a fast-paced setting.

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.