Fishmonger Apprentice

We are looking for a Customer Assistant who will progress to a Fishmonger Apprentice to join our store as part of our Proper Jobs: Fresh Start Programme.

About the Proper Jobs Fresh Start Programme

We know things are tough out there for young people right now. But we also know that lots of you are staying focused on finding a good career with great prospects. That’s why we’re launching our Proper Jobs: Fresh Start Programme. It will offer 1,000 new apprenticeships by 2030 to people like you who want to develop.

Our Proper Jobs: Fresh Start Programme lasts for up to 2 years. It combines learning in the workplace, formal off-the-job training and online learning.

About the Job Role

You’ll start by spending 13 weeks working as a Morrisons Customer Assistant, before progressing to a 12-month apprenticeship in Fishmongery. If you successfully complete your apprenticeship and assessments, you could then progress to our Sir Ken Morrison Leadership School. This is a six-month programme, which can kickstart your journey into retail management.

The fish production business is a growing industry in the UK and Fishmongers are critical to the Morrisons Market Street offer.

After 13 weeks, you’ll progress to a Fishmonger Apprentice, and through the apprenticeship we’ll help you learn to cut, fillet, scale and skin fish, and learn about the different fish species and preparation methods.

You will be providing a friendly and helpful service to all our customers, whilst you develop through your apprenticeship programme.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start their career and gain qualifications while earning.

Ideal for college or sixth-form leavers seeking their first step into the workplace.

No previous  experience required – full training and support will be provided through the apprenticeship programme - you’ll just need the ability to be trained to use the equipment required and the ability to be trained to prepare fresh items.

After 13 weeks as a Customer Assistant, you’ll enrol as a Fishmonger Apprentice and:

• Complete a level 2 Fishmonger apprenticeship standard


• Have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace


• Learn and train for a specific job


• Get hands-on experience in a job


• Study for 6 hours of your working hours


• Complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship