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Kitchen Professional Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Fachkraft - Küche

The Ausbildung (vocational training) as a Kitchen Professional is a recognized 2-year program in the hospitality industry. You will learn everything about food preparation, kitchen hygiene, and the organization of workflows in a professional kitchen. After successful completion, you will be qualified to work in restaurants, hotels, or catering companies.

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What you do

  • Preparation of appetizers, main courses, and desserts according to recipes
  • Careful selection and proper storage of food items
  • Adherence to strict hygiene regulations (HACCP) throughout the kitchen area
  • Assistance in menu planning and development of new dishes
  • Cleaning of the workspace and kitchen equipment
  • Organization and coordination of kitchen workflows within the team
  • Receiving and checking goods deliveries

Requirements

  • Passion for cooking and interest in food
  • Teamwork skills and resilience, even under time pressure
  • Good physical condition (long periods of standing, lifting)
  • Willingness to work irregular hours (evenings, weekends, holidays)
  • A high degree of hygiene awareness and sense of responsibility
  • Careful and precise working methods
  • At least a Hauptschulabschluss (secondary school certificate) or equivalent

Career prospects

  1. 1Employment in restaurants, hotels, canteens, hospitals, or catering companies
  2. 2Specialization in specific kitchen areas (e.g., patisserie, pantry chef)
  3. 3Further training to become a Chef (shortened training possible)
  4. 4Advancement to Deputy Head Chef or Head Chef (with further experience)

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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 Kitchen Professional Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 950 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Kitchen Professional Ausbildung?

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

What are the requirements for a Kitchen Professional Ausbildung?

Passion for cooking and interest in food; Teamwork skills and resilience, even under time pressure; Good physical condition (long periods of standing, lifting); Willingness to work irregular hours (evenings, weekends, holidays).

Where can I find open Kitchen Professional Ausbildung positions?

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

How to apply as a Kitchen Professional

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.