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Brewer and Maltster Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Brauer/in und Mälzer/in

Brewer and Maltster is a 3-year recognized vocational training program in industrial or craft breweries and in the beverage industry. This apprenticeship provides a solid foundation in the field of food and beverage production.

What you do

  • Prepare and process raw materials such as malt, hops, and yeast
  • Operate brewing systems and monitor the brewing process (mashing, lautering, boiling)
  • Control fermentation processes and ensure beer quality
  • Filter, bottle, and package beer
  • Clean and maintain equipment and machinery
  • Perform quality checks and analyze samples
  • Organize the storage of raw materials and finished products

Requirements

  • At least a good Hauptschulabschluss (secondary school certificate) or Realschulabschluss (intermediate school certificate)
  • Interest in natural sciences (chemistry, biology) and technology
  • Understanding of hygienic standards and quality awareness
  • Physical resilience (lifting, standing) and manual dexterity
  • Teamwork skills and a sense of responsibility
  • Meticulous and precise way of working
  • Willingness to work in shifts

Career prospects

  1. 1Further training to become a Master Brewer and Maltster (Brau- und Malzmeister/in)
  2. 2Specialization in areas like quality assurance or product development
  3. 3Advancement to operations manager in breweries or beverage companies
  4. 4University studies in Brewing and Beverage Technology
  5. 5Self-employment with one's own microbrewery

Open positions

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

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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 Brewer and Maltster Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Brewer and Maltster Ausbildung?

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

What are the requirements for a Brewer and Maltster Ausbildung?

At least a good Hauptschulabschluss (secondary school certificate) or Realschulabschluss (intermediate school certificate); Interest in natural sciences (chemistry, biology) and technology; Understanding of hygienic standards and quality awareness; Physical resilience (lifting, standing) and manual dexterity.

Where can I find open Brewer and Maltster Ausbildung positions?

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

How to apply as a Brewer and Maltster

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

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