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Assistant – Nutrition and Supply Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Assistent/in - Ernährung und Versorgung

The training to become an Assistant for Nutrition and Supply is a 3-year school-based vocational training program, conducted at vocational schools (Berufsfachschulen or Berufskollegs). It typically requires a secondary school leaving certificate and provides comprehensive knowledge in nutrition, household management, and supply services. Upon successful completion, you will be qualified for roles in large-scale kitchens, hospitals, nursing homes, or catering companies.

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What you do

  • Prepare and arrange meals according to recipes.
  • Store food, monitor stock levels, and assist with goods receipt.
  • Clean and disinfect kitchen equipment and work surfaces, adhering to hygiene standards.
  • Assist and support guests or patients during meal service.
  • Support the implementation of meal plans and consider special dietary requirements.
  • Organize waste management and disposal.

Requirements

  • Secondary school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss).
  • Good German language skills (at least B2 level) for communication and technical terminology.
  • Interest in nutrition, home economics, and service.
  • Teamwork skills, responsibility, and meticulousness.
  • Physical resilience and stamina (e.g., standing for long periods, lifting).
  • Friendly demeanor and empathy when interacting with people.
  • Willingness to adhere to strict hygiene regulations.

Career prospects

  1. 1Employment in hospitals, nursing homes, large-scale kitchens, canteens, or catering companies.
  2. 2Specialization in areas such as dietetics, communal catering, or event catering.
  3. 3Further training to become a Master of Home Economics (Hauswirtschaftsmeister/in) or Certified Specialist in Hospitality (Fachwirt/in im Gastgewerbe).
  4. 4Opportunity for self-employment in nutrition consulting or catering.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Assistant – Nutrition and Supply Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 800 to 1,000 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

How long is the Assistant – Nutrition and Supply Ausbildung?

The Ausbildung takes 3 years.

What German level do I need for a Assistant – Nutrition and Supply Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Assistant – Nutrition and Supply Ausbildung?

Secondary school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss).; Good German language skills (at least B2 level) for communication and technical terminology.; Interest in nutrition, home economics, and service.; Teamwork skills, responsibility, and meticulousness..

Where can I find open Assistant – Nutrition and Supply Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Assistant – Nutrition and Supply

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.