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Butcher / Meat Cutter Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Fleischer/in

The apprenticeship as a Butcher / Meat Cutter (Fleischer/in) is a 3-year recognized profession in craft and industry. You will learn to expertly butcher animals, process meat, and produce high-quality meat and sausage products. This profession requires manual skill and a strong awareness of hygiene.

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What you do

  • Butchering animal carcasses and parts
  • Producing meat and sausage products according to recipes
  • Preparing meat for sale (e.g., marinating, portioning)
  • Advising customers on meat types and preparation methods
  • Adhering to strict hygiene and quality standards
  • Presenting goods in the sales counter
  • Packaging and storing meat products

Requirements

  • Manual dexterity and precise work
  • Physical resilience (lifting, standing)
  • Strong hygiene awareness and cleanliness
  • Enjoyment of working with food products
  • Reliability and sense of responsibility
  • Teamwork skills and willingness to communicate
  • Interest in product quality and manufacturing

Career prospects

  1. 1Master Butcher (Fleischermeister/in) qualification
  2. 2Specialization in specific areas (e.g., delicatessen, catering)
  3. 3Self-employment with your own butcher shop
  4. 4Further training as a Food Technician
  5. 5Positions in operational management or quality assurance

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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 Butcher / Meat Cutter 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 Butcher / Meat Cutter Ausbildung?

Usually B1 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Butcher / Meat Cutter Ausbildung?

Manual dexterity and precise work; Physical resilience (lifting, standing); Strong hygiene awareness and cleanliness; Enjoyment of working with food products.

Where can I find open Butcher / Meat Cutter Ausbildung positions?

Right now there are 56 open positions at 41 companies, for example at EDEKA, EDEKA Minden-Hannover Zentralverwaltungsgesellschaft mbH, and Globus Handelshof GmbH & Co. KG.

How to apply as a Butcher / Meat Cutter

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.