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Trainee Butchery Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Butcher - Full Time

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

... Trainee(s). • Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* UK ...

Butcher - Full Time

Park City, UT · On-site

$17.25 - $23/hr

... Trainee(s). • Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* UK ...

Butcher - Full Time

Commack, NY · On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

... Trainee(s). • Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* UK ...

Butcher - Full Time

Boulder, CO · On-site

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

... Trainee(s). • Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program. * UK ...

Butcher - Full Time

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$19.50 - $26/hr

... Trainee(s). • Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* UK ...

Butcher

Eatontown, NJ

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

Butcher

Portsmouth, NH

$16.75 - $22.50/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

Butcher

Commack, NY · On-site

$18 - $30.20/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

Butcher

Cincinnati, OH

$15.75 - $21/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

Butcher

Seekonk, MA

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

Butcher

Holbrook, NY

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

Butcher

Weehawken, NJ

$18 - $24/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

Butcher

Evanston, IL

$15.75 - $21/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

Butcher

Salem, NH

$16.50 - $22/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

Butcher

San Francisco, CA

$19.50 - $26/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

Butcher

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$19.50 - $30.20/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

Butcher

Englishtown, NJ

$17 - $22.50/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

Butcher

Bedford, NH

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

Butcher

Stamford, CT · On-site

$18 - $30.20/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

Butcher

Dedham, MA

$17 - $22.50/hr

Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s). * Arrives to work station on time ... Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK ...

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee butchery in the United States is $43,530.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,000.00 and $51,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Butcher - Full Time

Butcher - Full Time

Whole Foods

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Whole Foods Market rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Whole Foods Market

Based on 1,416 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6.1

Company rating compared to similar companies: 6.1 out of 10

Grocery stores average

Based on 48,420 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

The best things about working at Whole Foods Market

  • 98%

    98% say they get paid time off

    say they get paid time off

  • 89%

    89% say their health insurance is affordable

    say their health insurance is affordable

  • 84%

    84% say they have respectful managers

    say they have respectful managers

Featured by Whole Foods Market, based on 1416 Breakroom Quiz responses from their frontline employees


Job description

Whole Foods Market Retail Job

Performs duties relating to the cutting, preparation, display, and selling of meat products. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and Team Members at all times. All positions must be performed in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures. Further, Team Members must be prepared and able to perform the duties inherent in other Team Member job descriptions. All positions must strive to support WFM core values and goals, promote national, regional, and store programs and initiatives, and ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations including Food Safety and regulatory duties required in the department.

Job Responsibilities

• Cuts, platters, and merchandises products (beef, pork, lamb, veal, poultry).

• Prepares specialty meat merchandise (i.e. sausage, oven ready products, and cured meats).

• Checks product to make sure it meets WFM quality standards.

• Maintains sampling program.

• Monitors and assists in preventing spoilage.

• Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s).

• Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work; works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings.

• Provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques; answers phones and pages promptly and courteously.

• Maximizes sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product.

• Follows and complies, or ensures compliance, with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices.

• Maintains, or ensures maintenance of, a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment; maintains equipment in accordance with WFM cleanliness and safety standards.

• Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned; ensures accuracy of signs and pricing.

• Immediately reports safety hazards and violations.

• Performs other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership.

Job Skills

• Working understanding of meat team processes and procedures.

• Excellent cutting skills with the ability to bread product down into sub-primal and retail cuts.

• Extensive knowledge of different cuts and cooking techniques of meat and seafood.

• Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness.

• Capable of accessing information about market conditions and communicating this information to customers.

• Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.

• Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors.

• Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members.

• Ability to follow directions and procedures; effective time management and organization skills.

• Passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market.

• Strong work ethic and a ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.

• Understanding of and compliance with WFM quality goals.

Experience

• 14+ months retail experience.

Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* UK Exceptions may apply

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

• In an 8-hour work day: standing/walking 6-8 hours.

• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.

• Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching.

• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.


Working at Whole Foods Market

Perks for frontline workers

From Whole Foods Market, via Breakroom

  • 20% employee discount

  • Paid time off

  • Flexible scheduling

  • Health insurance with dental & vision

  • Growth opportunities

What to expect from working at Whole Foods Market

From Whole Foods Market

About Whole Foods Market, in their own words

From Whole Foods Market

At Whole Foods Market, we understand that the heart and soul of our organization lies in the remarkable people who make up our team. We're more than a grocer; we're a community of diverse, talented individuals coming together to make a positive impact on the world through food.

Company values

From Whole Foods Market

Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. We’re a purpose-driven company that aims to set the standards of excellence for food retailers. Quality is a state of mind at Whole Foods Market.

Core Values: (1) We sell the highest quality natural and organic foods (2) We satisfy and delight our customers (3) We promote team member growth and happiness (4) We practice win-win partnerships with our suppliers (5) We create profits and prosperity (6) We care about our community and the environment


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About Whole Foods Market

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Whole Foods Market, Inc., a subsidiary of Amazon, is an American multinational supermarket chain headquartered in Austin, Texas, which sells products free from hydrogenated fats and artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives.A USDA Certified Organic grocer in the United States, the chain is popularly known for its organic selections. Whole Foods has 500 stores in North America and seven in the United Kingdom As of March 4, 2019.

Industry

Food and beverage stores and retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Austin, TX, US