Meat Cutter Apprentice: Learn Cutting Skills in Fresh Food

Safeway; Nome (AK); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages paid weekly

Access to earned wages via Stream

Flexible work schedules

Associate discounts

Health and welfare benefits

Vacation / Paid Time Off

Job summary

Safeway in Nome, Alaska, is hiring a Meat Cutter Apprentice to learn cutting, trimming, and preparing a variety of meat products, while assisting with displays and maintaining cleanliness and food safety. No prior cutting experience is required; we seek a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and teamwork to support a fast-paced, customer‑focused environment.

You’ll receive hands-on training from experienced meat cutters and participate in friendly, store-wide service that brings quality food

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn meat cutting through on-the-job training and mentorship.
• Strong work ethic and reliability for a team environment.
• Basic knowledge of sanitation and safe handling of raw meat.
• Friendly, helpful attitude with customer service focus.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and stand for long periods.
• Follow instructions and keep workspaces clean and organized.
• Team collaboration to support store operations.
• Familiarity with meat department tools or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Learn cutting, trimming and preparing a variety of meat products.
• Assist with setting up displays and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.
• Provide excellent customer service and answer product questions.

Skills

Willingness to Learn

Work Ethic

Food Safety Awareness

Customer Service Skills

Physical Capability

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Basic Technical Skills

Tools

Meat department tools

Job description

Safeway in Nome, Alaska, is hiring a Meat Cutter Apprentice to learn cutting, trimming, and preparing a variety of meat products, while assisting with displays and maintaining cleanliness and food safety. No prior cutting experience is required; we seek a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and teamwork to support a fast-paced, customer‑focused environment.

You’ll receive hands-on training from experienced meat cutters and participate in friendly, store-wide service that brings quality food