Meat Cutter Apprentice: Hands-on Training & Certification

Meijer, Inc.; Chesterfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Team member discount

Development programs for career growth

Job summary

Meijer is seeking a Part-Time Meat Cutter Apprentice to join its family-owned retailer. The role provides hands-on training alongside certified Meat Cutters to build skills in beef and pork cutting, packaging, labeling, and merchandising. You will learn equipment operation, food safety, sanitation, and certification assessments.

The apprenticeship emphasizes safety, reliability, and the ability to work in refrigerated areas while contributing to a clean, well-stocked meat department.

Qualifications

• Interest in learning a skilled trade and growing with Meijer.
• Dependability and willingness to complete the apprenticeship program.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow safety, sanitation, and food-handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Learn to cut and prepare fresh beef and pork to Meijer specifications.
• Wrap, package, label, stock, and merchandise fresh meat products.
• Follow production schedules to keep fresh meat cases stocked.
• Learn proper grinding procedures and safe equipment operation.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and equipment safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Complete required hands-on training, learning courses, and certification assessments.
• Work alongside certified Meat Cutters throughout the apprenticeship program.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Job description

Meijer is seeking a Part-Time Meat Cutter Apprentice to join its family-owned retailer. The role provides hands-on training alongside certified Meat Cutters to build skills in beef and pork cutting, packaging, labeling, and merchandising. You will learn equipment operation, food safety, sanitation, and certification assessments.

The apprenticeship emphasizes safety, reliability, and the ability to work in refrigerated areas while contributing to a clean, well-stocked meat department.