A melon wedger (10) is provided having a base (12) upon which is removably attached a blade assembly (14) having a plurality of blades (30) arranged in a variety of orientations. A movable press mechanism (16) including a removable contoured press element (46) corresponding in size and shape to the orientation and disposition of the blades in the blade assembly (14) is slidably attached to the base (12) and is operated by means of a lever handle (18) such that the contoured press element (46) is forced against the blade assembly (14). Punch elements (48) disposed on the surface of the contoured press element (46) are forced within the voids (50) created by the blades (30) to ensure that the sectioned or cut food or non-food pieces are forced completely through the blade assembly (14). A spring (70) is also provided on the lever handle (18) to force the handle up after the food or non-food items have been sliced, Blade assemblies (14) having different blade orientations and corresponding contoured press elements (46) may be provided for cutting various shapes and sizes of food and non-food items, each of which may be easily attached to or removed from the melon wedger.