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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

  1. 1Advancement to branch manager or assistant branch manager
  2. 2Specialization in specific areas (e.g., confectionery, patisserie)
  3. 3Further training as a retail business specialist (Handelsfachwirt/in)
  4. 4Self-employment with your own bakery shop
  5. 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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Frequently asked questions

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.