Ausbildung career
Specialist Salesperson – Food Craft (Bakery) Ausbildung in Germany
German name: Fachverkäufer/in - Lebensmittelhandwerk (Bäckerei)
The vocational training for 'Fachverkäufer/in im Lebensmittelhandwerk mit dem Schwerpunkt Bäckerei' (Specialist Salesperson in Food Craft with a focus on Bakery) is a 3-year recognized apprenticeship. You will learn to sell bakery products, advise customers, and present goods attractively within the bakery trade.
What you do
- Sell bakery products and snacks
- Provide comprehensive advice to customers on products and ingredients
- Process cash transactions and manage cash register reconciliation
- Present goods attractively and stock shelves
- Observe and implement hygiene regulations in the food sector
- Take orders and check incoming deliveries
- Prepare small dishes and sandwiches
Requirements
- At least a basic school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss)
- Enjoyment of direct customer interaction and service orientation
- Interest in food, bakery products, and their production
- Good German language skills for consulting and sales (at least B2)
- Ability to work in a team and reliability
- Willingness to work standing and with flexible hours
- A tidy appearance and good manners
Career prospects
- 1Advancement to branch manager or assistant branch manager
- 2Specialization in specific areas (e.g., confectionery, patisserie)
- 3Further training as a retail business specialist (Handelsfachwirt/in)
- 4Self-employment with your own bakery shop
- 5Employment in food production or wholesale
Open positions
There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.
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Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.
How much do you earn in a Specialist Salesperson – Food Craft (Bakery) 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 Specialist Salesperson – Food Craft (Bakery) Ausbildung?
Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.
What are the requirements for a Specialist Salesperson – Food Craft (Bakery) Ausbildung?
At least a basic school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss); Enjoyment of direct customer interaction and service orientation; Interest in food, bakery products, and their production; Good German language skills for consulting and sales (at least B2).
Where can I find open Specialist Salesperson – Food Craft (Bakery) Ausbildung positions?
There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.
How to apply as a Specialist Salesperson – Food Craft (Bakery)
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.