Meat Cutter Apprentice 4543

Portland · Posted Nov 10

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At a glance

Location: Portland, ME
Work type: Onsite

Meat Cutter Apprentice at Albertsons Companies in Portland, ME. Learn meat cutting, trimming, and preparing meat products with on-the-job training and mentorship. Responsibilities include setting up displays, maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards, and assisting customers in a fast-paced environment.

What they are looking for

Meat department tools and equipmentFood safety practicesCustomer serviceTeamworkBasic technical skills

Location: Portland, ME, United States Department: Retail, Store Ops

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!