Meat Cutter Apprentice

Shaw’s and Star Market; North Hampton (NH); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Employee discounts

Health benefits

401k and more

Job summary

Shaw’s and Star Market is seeking a Meat Cutter Apprentice to learn cutting, trimming, and preparing a variety of meat products. You will assist with displays, maintain cleanliness, and deliver excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment. No prior cutting experience is required; a strong work ethic and willingness to learn are essential.

The role emphasizes safety and teamwork, with on-the-job mentorship, and opportunities to grow skills within the meat department.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn on-the-job meat cutting through mentorship and practice.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of sanitation and safe handling of raw meat.
• Friendly, customer-focused approach to assist shoppers with product questions.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs., stand for long periods, and work in a refrigerated area.
• Precise following of instructions to keep workspace clean and organized.
• Collaborative mindset to work with fellow associates and support a positive store culture.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn meat department tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Learn the craft of cutting, trimming, and preparing a variety of meat products.
• Assist with setting up displays and keeping the meat department clean and compliant with safety standards.
• Provide excellent customer service and answer product questions.
• Maintain product freshness and assist with basic inventory and display upkeep.

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.

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.