RAISING THE BAR: INSIDE THE MASTER FISHMONGER STANDARDS

Raising the bar: Inside the Master Fishmonger Standards. Fishmongering is a craft built on knowledge, precision and trust. But what does it really take to become one of the best in the trade? Fish Focus spoke with Julie Waites, programme lead for the Master Fishmonger Standard at the UK Seafood Federation , to learn more about the accreditation scheme designed to recognise excellence across the fishmongering profession. What inspired the Master Fishmonger Standards? According to Julie, fishmongering is often misunderstood as simply selling fish over a counter: “Fishmongering is far more than that,” she explains. “It requires deep product knowledge, technical skill, and an understanding of sourcing and sustainability. The standards were developed to recognise and celebrate those fishmongers who truly excel in all aspects of the profession.” The Master Fishmonger Standard was developed by the historic Worshipful Company of Fishmongers (also known as The Fishmongers’ Company) to ...