Meat Cutter Trainee: Learn Cuts, Prep & Service

Hannaford; Wells (ME); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hannaford Supermarkets in Wells, ME is seeking a Meat Department Associate to join our team. You will develop product knowledge, assist with pricing, and support daily department operations in a fast-paced retail environment.

Candidates should have strong customer service, teamwork, and communication skills, plus willingness to learn multiple tasks and meat-cutting basics. The role involves standing in cool conditions, lifting cases, and maintaining sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• Must meet minimum age requirements.
• Effective customer service and communication skills.
• Successful experience as a meat associate or previous meat cutting experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and government regulations.
• Meet or exceed all applicable Management Planning guidelines once training is complete.
• Treat all co-workers with fairness, dignity, and respect.
• Develop product knowledge in all areas of the meat department including cooking procedures.
• Make price changes and maintain correct price books and scales as directed.
• Assist in special projects and perform other functions as assigned by supervisor.
• Assist in training of other associates when assigned after identified as Level 2 trainer.
• Maintain a neat, well-groomed personal appearance at all times; comply with company personal appearance policy.
• Maintain solid communication in the department and throughout the organization.
• Support company safety standards. Communicate any needed equipment repairs or maintenance work needed. Keep work area free from debris and safety hazards.
• Observe and maintain company sanitation and food safety standards.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Meat cutting experience

Job description

Hannaford Supermarkets in Wells, ME is seeking a Meat Department Associate to join our team. You will develop product knowledge, assist with pricing, and support daily department operations in a fast-paced retail environment.

Candidates should have strong customer service, teamwork, and communication skills, plus willingness to learn multiple tasks and meat-cutting basics. The role involves standing in cool conditions, lifting cases, and maintaining sanitation standards.