What does a Master Brewer do?

You lead the brewing process and develop new beer recipes.

What education does Master Brewer require?

College of Higher Education (48 months)

How much does a Master Brewer earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 58'000, mid ~CHF CHF 75'000 per year (approximate).

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Master Brewer

Food & Beverages

Master brewers lead the brewing process from raw material selection to the finished beer. They develop recipes, monitor fermentation, control quality, and ensure that hygienic and legal standards are met. The Swiss craft beer scene offers increasing creative opportunities.

Entry

~CHF 58'000

CHF 4'833/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 75'000

CHF 6'250/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 95'000

CHF 7'917/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelCollege of Higher Education

Duration48 months

Your path to Master Brewer

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Secondary School

You are here

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Basic training first

3–4 years

Work Experience

Gain experience

1–2 years

College of Higher Education

Advanced specialization

2–3 years

Career Start

HF Diploma

Starting salary: CHF 58'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics6/10

🔬 Science8/10

💻 IT4/10

🔧 Manual7/10

🎨 Artistic3/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10

🎨 Creativity7/10

🤝 Social Contact5/10

💪 Physical Demands5/10

📈 Career Growth5/10

🔮 Future Outlook6/10

🔥 Demand (current)3/10

✨ AI Risk2/10

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