Meat Cutter Apprentice

Albertsons Companies; Wiscasset (ME); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Earned wage access

Flexible schedules

Employee discounts

Training & career development

Health benefits

Vacation/PTO

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Meat Cutter Apprentice to learn the craft alongside experienced meat cutters. You’ll cut, trim, and prepare a variety of meat products, help with displays, and ensure clean, safe work areas while delivering friendly service to customers.

This hands-on, entry-level position emphasizes a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and teamwork in a fast-paced store environment. No prior meat-cutting experience is required, just reliability and pride in doing quality

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn meat cutting through on-the-job training.
• Reliable work ethic and commitment to teamwork.
• Basic knowledge of sanitation and safe handling of raw meat.
• Friendly customer service and ability to answer product questions.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs. and work in refrigerated environments.
• Follow instructions precisely and keep workspace clean.
• Willingness to learn how to use meat department tools.

Responsibilities

• Learn cutting, trimming, and preparing a variety of meat products.
• Assist with setting up displays and maintaining cleanliness.
• Uphold food safety standards and provide customer service.
• Work in a fast-paced environment learning from experienced meat cutters.

Skills

Willingness to Learn

Work Ethic

Food Safety Awareness

Customer Service

Physical Capability

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Basic Technical Skills

Meat Department Tools

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.