Meat Cutter Apprentice

Shaw’s and Star Market; Wiscasset (ME); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly wages paid

Early wage access via Stream

Flexible work schedules

Associate discounts

Health and welfare benefits

Vacation / Paid Time Off

Job summary

Shaw’s and Star Market is seeking a Meat Cutter Apprentice to learn cutting, trimming, and prepping a variety of meat products alongside experienced meat cutters. You’ll help with displays, maintain cleanliness, and deliver friendly customer service in a fast-paced setting.

No prior cutting experience required—just a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and pride in delivering quality service to customers in our store.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn 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 questions.

Responsibilities

• Learn meat cutting, trimming, and preparation of various meat products.
• Assist with setting up displays and case presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards in the department.
• Provide excellent customer service and product information to shoppers.

Skills

Willingness to Learn

Work Ethic

Food Safety

Customer Service

Physical Fitness

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

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.