Amber W.  she/her

Meatcutter Apprenticeship Graduate

"Throughout my apprenticeship I acquired a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience that really gave me the confidence to excel in my craft. I'm very grateful for the guidance and support from my mentors and peers. It prepared me for a successful career, while also deepening my passion for delivering high-quality work every day."

William M.  he/him

Fishmonger Apprenticeship Graduate

"This program was truly amazing! Having guest speakers come and share their industry knowledge was extremely valuable."

Jamila S.  she/her

Community Pathways to Grocery Careers Graduate

“All of the topics we learned in class were very helpful, especially OSHA training. I really loved role playing different grocery store scenarios and it brought me out of my shell to be able to challenge myself and build self-confidence.” 

Dedric V.  he/him

Meatcutter Pre-Apprenticeship Graduate

"It was excellent getting trained by professional meatcutters because they answer all your questions and you get all your information firsthand."

Rachel B.  she/her

T&C Markets Seafood Department Manager 

"Partnering with WeTrain WA for the Fishmongers Apprenticeship program has been awesome, and invaluable. To be able to serve our guests with high quality products and serve as a gateway to how these products are caught, farmed, harvested, and regulated helps grow trust and knowledge with our community. I'm excited to be part of this!"

Malecio M.  he/him

Community Pathways to Grocery Careers Graduate

“This program is wonderful! It has really helped my overall confidence and interview skills. Having knowledgeable instructors that were patient and creative with their teaching style is a recipe for success.”

Heather P.  she/her

Meatcutter Apprenticeship Graduate

"This program fulfills my passion for learning more about the industry. I would recommend it to others out there who want more of a career opportunity and not just a job."

Jared K.  he/him

Fishmonger Apprenticeship Graduate

"I feel truly empowered after graduating from this program. I am blown away by how much I have learned, and I am so excited to be able to share this with customers, clients, and the general public."

Maria A.  she/her

Meatcutter Pre-Apprenticeship Graduate

"I loved the videos because English is my second language and I can go back and watch the videos many times and take notes. It's very easy and fast."

JD D.  he/him

T&C Markets Director of Training & Development 

“Our fishmongers and meatcutters are the best in the business, due in no small part to our work with WeTrain WA. We are grateful for their partnership in helping our meat and seafood teams build their skills, grow their careers, and provide outstanding hospitality to our guests.”

Sadia B.  she/her

Community Pathways to Grocery Careers Graduate

“I enjoyed the field trip to PCC Markets to learn the layout of the grocery store and the structure of each department and its various job classifications firsthand.”

Dylan B.  he/him

Meatcutter Pre-Apprenticeship Graduate

"I would recommend the Pre-Apprenticeship Program to anybody who is interested in a career in the meat industry. It's been a great place to start!"

Sokveasna B.  she/her

Community Pathways to Grocery Careers Graduate

“The classes were highly interactive and engaging which helped me stay focused and I really enjoyed the people I met in this program. We have built meaningful friendships.”

John G.  he/him

Safeway Meat & Seafood Operations Specialist

“Being a part of WeTrain WA's program and being able to participate in various events and seeing future leaders graduate make me so happy & accomplished. I'm seeing alot of  WeTrain meat apprentice graduates working in Safeway & Albertsons, I tell you they are all knowledgeable & skilled."

Tafese H.  he/him

Community Pathways to Grocery Careers Graduate

“I was excited and eager to participate in class each day and really appreciated the instructors and guest speakers that invested in our success. I am ready to work in the grocery industry thanks to the Community Pathways to Grocery Careers Program.” 

John M.  he/him

Fishmonger Apprenticeship Graduate

"I had so much fun learning how to catch, clean, and cook various types of seafood. Because of this program, I eat seafood more than anything else throughout the week!"

Lin Z.  she/her

Community Pathways to Grocery Careers Graduate

“I gained valuable hands-on experience and learned the importance of food safety. I would highly recommend this program to anyone who is interested in getting a job in the grocery industry.”

Jeff S.  he/him

PCC Meat Operations Manager 

“We’re thrilled to work with WeTrain, as they equip individuals with the skills needed to thrive in our meat departments, boosting confidence and fostering leadership within our industry. PCC has truly benefited from this valuable partnership.”

Majd M.  he/him

Community Pathways to Grocery Careers Graduate

“This program fully prepared me for success and helped me land a job at Town & Country Markets in the deli department. I could not be happier in my position!”