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Fishmonger

Fishmongers play a vital role in the UK's culinary landscape, bringing the freshest seafood from ocean to plate. Their expertise not only supports local fishing communities but also promotes sustainable practices that are crucial for our environment and food security.

Fishmonger

Retail & Sales

AI IMPACT

AI EXPOSURE TODAY19

20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST64%

THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB

STARTING PAY£20,000 - £25,000

PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.

THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.

AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.

This job holds up well against AI

AI exposure today is low on our index (19), and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.

Career progression path

1FIRST STEPJunior FishmongerAs a Junior Fishmonger, you will assist in the preparation and sale of fish, learning the ropes of the trade while providing excellent customer service.£20,000 - £25,000

2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level FishmongerIn this role, you will take on more responsibilities, including sourcing fish and managing inventory, while mentoring junior staff.£28,000 - £35,000

3PEAK CAREERSenior FishmongerAs a Senior Fishmonger, you will oversee operations, manage a team, and develop relationships with suppliers, ensuring the highest quality of seafood is provided.£40,000+

Real apprenticeship standards

Live UK apprenticeship standards that lead into this career, from the Institute for Apprenticeships register.

L2Fishmonger18 months typicalnot published

There is more than one way in

You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely. Some employers will take you on here with no formal qualifications at all, if you can show you can do the work.