Part-Time Meat Cutter Apprentice - Paid Training

Meijer Great Lakes; Chesterfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 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 advancement &

Job summary

Meijer Great Lakes offers a Part-Time Meat Cutter Apprentice position in Michigan. You will receive hands-on training alongside certified Meat Cutters to build skills in beef and pork cutting, packaging, merchandising, and safety practices.

You will learn through a structured apprenticeship, complete required courses, and advance as you gain certification. Prior meat or retail experience helps but is not required; dependability and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Interest in learning a skilled trade and growing with Meijer.
• Willingness to complete the apprenticeship program.
• Ability to follow safety, sanitation, and food-handling procedures.
• Physical ability to lift, bend, stand, and work in refrigerated areas.
• Previous meat, retail, or food-handling experience is helpful but not required.

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

Interest in learning

Dependability

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Job description

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family - take care of your career and your community!

Meijer Rewards

• Weekly pay
• Scheduling flexibility
• Paid parental leave
• Paid education assistance
• Team member discount
• Development programs for advancement and career growth

As a Part-Time Meat Cutter Apprentice, you'll receive hands-on training while working alongside certified Meat Cutters to build the skills needed to become a certified Meat Cutter. The program includes training in fresh beef and pork cutting, packaging, merchandising, equipment operation, food safety, and sanitation.

What You'll Do:

• 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

What You Bring:

• 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
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, standing, and working in refrigerated areas
• Previous meat, retail, or food-handling experience is helpful but not required