Poultry preparer NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for poultry preparer.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for poultry preparer is 94141 (Industrial butchers and meat cutters, poultry preparers and related workers), a TEER 4 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
94141
TEER 4 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 94141 covers
Industrial butchers and meat cutters, poultry preparers and related workers prepare meat and poultry for further processing or for packaging for wholesale distribution. They are employed in meat and poultry slaughtering, processing and packing establishments.
| Unit group | 94141 — Industrial butchers and meat cutters, poultry preparers and related workers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 4 — usually requires a high school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training |
| Broad category | Occupations in manufacturing and utilities |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Industrial butchers
- Slaughter livestock using stunning devices and knives
- Skin, clean and trim carcasses
- Remove viscera and other inedible parts from carcasses
- Split carcasses into smaller portions to facilitate handling
- May slaughter cattle, calves and sheep as prescribed by religious laws.
To use NOC 94141 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 94141 →
Other job titles under NOC 94141
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 94141, one of these may fit better:
- Fast-food preparer — NOC 65201 (Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations, TEER 5)
- Food preparer — NOC 65201 (Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations, TEER 5)
- Poultry farm worker — NOC 85100 (Livestock labourers, TEER 5)
- Poultry grader — NOC 94143 (Testers and graders, food and beverage processing, TEER 4)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for poultry preparer?+
In NOC 2021, "poultry preparer" is an example title in unit group 94141 — Industrial butchers and meat cutters, poultry preparers and related workers. It is a TEER 4 occupation in the "Occupations in manufacturing and utilities" broad category.
Is poultry preparer eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 94141 is TEER 4. IRCC only counts TEER 0–3 work as skilled experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class, so this work generally won't qualify for those programs on its own. Some provincial programs accept TEER 4–5 work.
Does poultry preparer get extra CRS points?+
NOC 94141 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a poultry preparer get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 94141 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says poultry preparer but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 94141. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.