What does a Chocolatier do?

You create pralines, truffles, and fine chocolate creations.

What education does Chocolatier require?

Apprenticeship (EFZ) (54 months)

How much does a Chocolatier earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 50'400, mid ~CHF CHF 69'600 per year (approximate).

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Chocolatier

Hospitality & Gastronomy

Chocolatiers create and produce high-quality chocolate products such as pralines, truffles and chocolate bars. They master tempering, moulding and decorating and combine a sense of taste with artistic design.

Entry

~CHF 50'400

CHF 4'200/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 69'600

CHF 5'800/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 90'000

CHF 7'500/Mt.

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

📚 Education

LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)

Duration54 months

Your path to Chocolatier

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Secondary School

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Decision

ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Company + vocational school

3–4 years

Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship

Career Start

Qualified professional

Starting salary: CHF 50'400/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics4/10

🔬 Science5/10

💻 IT2/10

🔧 Manual8/10

🎨 Artistic9/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10

🎨 Creativity8/10

🤝 Social Contact5/10

💪 Physical Demands6/10

📈 Career Growth5/10

🔮 Future Outlook6/10

🔥 Demand (current)3/10

✨ AI Risk2/10

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