Level 2 Fishmonger
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# Level 2 Fishmonger
13 months + 3 months EPA
I’m an employer
I’d like to become an apprentice
Programme Overview
Introduction
Equip your business with expert fishmongers trained to deliver outstanding product knowledge, customer service, and food safety. This apprenticeship combines traditional craftsmanship with modern retail skills, preparing apprentices to expertly cut, process, display, and sell fish and shellfish. Ideal for supermarket counters, independent stores, or mobile fish vans, our programme develops the confidence and ability to meet operational demands and customer expectations while upholding the highest hygiene and compliance standards.
What's covered?
Gain skilled team members trained in every aspect of the fishmongering trade.
- Seafood species identification, filleting, portioning, and preparation techniques
- Safe handling and storage from intake to sale
- Stock management and product pricing
- HACCP, allergens, food safety, and environmental controls
- Display and merchandising techniques
- Customer service and selling skills
- Business operations, targets and profitability
- Legislation, sustainability, and traceability
- Waste disposal and quality assessment
- Supporting colleagues and inclusive practices
Who is this for?
- Supermarket and retail fish counters
- High street and independent fishmongers
- Catering suppliers and fish wholesalers
- Mobile fish vans or stalls
- Staff needing upskilling or formal qualification
Assessment
- Knowledge Test (Multiple Choice Questions and extended answers)
- Practical Observation
- Professional Discussion and Interview
Qualifications Gained
- Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard in Fishmongering
- Functional Skills in English and maths (if required).
How this Apprenticeship Adds Value
Shape confident, compliant fishmongers through structured hands-on learning.
Apprenticeship Delivery Model
Our delivery flexes around your business. Training can be delivered onsite or via blended sessions depending on operational needs.
Learner Support
We provide emotional wellbeing coaches, regular progress reviews and 1-to-1 trainer support.
Functional Skills
Support provided for English and maths to ensure learners meet Level 2 standards if not already achieved.
Facilities & Equipment
Training is delivered using industry-relevant equipment in modern, safe environments to replicate workplace conditions.
Industry Expertise
Our trainers bring years of fishmongery experience and current industry insight.
Quality Assurance
We provide transparent tracking, NPS feedback, and regular employer updates to ensure quality.
Employer Support
We help you navigate levy funding, training schedules and apprentice recruitment.
Why Choose Remit?
Expert Trainers
Our trainers are seasoned fishmongers who know the trade inside-out.
Hands-On Training
Learners gain practical skills from filleting to customer service.
Personalised Support
1-to-1 guidance, emotional wellbeing support, and inclusive coaching.
Flexible Delivery
We work around your operation with agile delivery that minimises disruption.
Trackable ROI
Apprentices gain practical skills with measurable business impact.
Ready to Build a Stronger Seafood Team?
Futureproof your retail or catering business
Whether you're strengthening a team or nurturing new recruits, our Level 2 Fishmonger Apprenticeship is the smart choice. You'll gain skilled, compliant professionals who embody excellence and support your commercial success.
Employ an apprentice
Sue Burton
Apprenticeships Manager, David Lloyd Leisure
“
Remit are a fantastic fit to us within our vision and values, they are flexible to help us build the programme that’s really right for us... that’s been the strongest point for us that’s made this partnership really work.
Jemelle Bish
Career Development Manager - Stonegate Group
“
It’s been about 9 years we’ve been in partnership for which has been an absolutely unbelievable journey. We work in absolute unity with Remit, they’ve worked with us to really understand our culture, our DNA, what’s needed for our people, the Development Coaches talk in our language, they really understand Stonegate as a business and that’s a partnership.
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