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Piggly Wiggly

Meat Cutter - Paid Weekly

Hartford, WI · On-site

$16.75 - $22/hr

... Bros. apprenticeship. * Able to work with meat and fish products. * Due to nature of direct contact with and processing of meat and meat products for consumption, is able to meet and maintain ...

Piggly Wiggly

Meat Cutter - Paid Weekly

Hartland, WI · On-site

$15 - $19.75/hr

... Bros. apprenticeship. * Able to work with meat and fish products. * Due to nature of direct contact with and processing of meat and meat products for consumption, is able to meet and maintain ...

Dallas Country Club

Butcher

Dallas, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

This includes the processing of meat fabrication, meat cutting, and the maintenance of a clean and ... Must be able to cut beef, chicken and fish to desired portion weights. * Sausage making.

Fontainebleau

Prime 54 | Commis II - Prep Cook

Miami Beach, FL · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

... cooking process: review recipe; check and measure necessary ingredients; wash, chop, and place ... Culinary training or accredited apprenticeship program preferred. * Relevant experience in a high ...

Fontainebleau

Pastry | Commis II - Prep Cook

Miami Beach, FL · On-site

$17.25 - $21/hr

... cooking process: review recipe; check and measure necessary ingredients; wash, chop, and place ... Culinary training or accredited apprenticeship program preferred. * Relevant experience in a high ...

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How much do apprentice fish processing jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice fish processing in the United States is $22.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to get into fish hatchery work?

To get into fish hatchery work as an apprentice, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and should have an interest in aquatic biology or fisheries. Relevant skills include basic laboratory techniques, knowledge of fish species, and the ability to work outdoors in variable conditions; some positions may require certifications in safety or handling hazardous materials. Gaining experience through volunteering or entry-level positions can improve chances of securing an apprenticeship in this field.

How much do seafood processors get paid?

Seafood processors, including apprentice fish processing workers, typically earn between $12 and $18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer. Entry-level positions may start at the lower end of this range, with wages increasing as skills and certifications develop. Overtime and shift differentials can also affect total earnings.

What is the difference between Apprentice Fish Processing vs Fish Processing Worker?

AspectApprentice Fish ProcessingFish Processing Worker
CredentialsMinimal, on-the-job training, possibly some certificationsTypically requires basic food handling certifications or experience
Work EnvironmentTraining environment, supervised tasks in fish processing facilitiesFull-time work in fish processing plants, handling fish and seafood products
Job RoleLearning and assisting with fish processing tasksPerforming processing, packaging, and quality control tasks

In summary, an Apprentice Fish Processing is a trainee learning the skills needed for fish processing, often working under supervision, while a Fish Processing Worker is a more experienced role focused on performing processing tasks independently in a seafood industry setting.

What skills do you need to be a fish processor?

Fish processors need strong attention to detail, good manual dexterity, and the ability to work in cold, wet environments. Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices, as well as physical stamina and the ability to follow safety protocols, are also important skills for this role.

What are the 7 steps in processing fish?

In fish processing, the seven steps typically include receiving and sorting the fish, bleeding and gutting, washing, filleting or portioning, freezing or chilling, packaging, and storage. Fish processing workers often use tools like knives and filleting machines and follow safety and hygiene standards to ensure quality and safety.
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Infographic showing various Apprentice Fish Processing job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 31% Full Time, and 65% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,806 per year, or $22 per hour.
Meat Cutter - Paid Weekly

Meat Cutter - Paid Weekly

Fox Bros. Piggly Wiggly

Hartford, WI • On-site

$16.75 - $22/hr

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Fox Bros. Piggly Wiggly is a 100% employee owned grocery chain with 10 locations in Southeastern Wisconsin. We have been awarded "Top Workplace" by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel for several years in a row. Here is a snapshot of the duties you can expect:


SCOPE OF POSITION: Reporting directly to the Meat Department Manager unpacks, cuts, trims, packages, grinds, processes meats, waits on customers and sanitizes equipment and department as required. 


BASIC FUNCTION: Perform duties necessary to ensure department products are received, processed, packaged and displayed per department requirements. Wait on and work effectively with customers.  



 Position Specific Requirements:


  1. Previous experience in meat cutting operations and/or willingness to go through Fox Bros. apprenticeship.
  2. Able to work with meat and fish products.
  3. Due to nature of direct contact with and processing of meat and meat products for consumption, is able to meet and maintain personal and department health and sanitary practices to protect public from exposure/contamination of product handled/processed within established State Health Regulations/Mandates. (Note: We will provide reasonable accommodations for personal situation as warranted to meet and maintain State Health Regulations/Mandates.)
  4. Operate department equipment in a safe and efficient manner. (Must be 18 years of age older).
  5. Work in physical environment with continuous exposure to cold, damp and wet conditions and meet physical demands.



EQUIPMENT/TOOLS OPERATED:

Proficient skill in operation of standard department equipment, which includes saws, grinders, tenderizers, vacuum tumblers, scales, wrapping machines, slicers, knives and sanitizing equipment.

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