What does a Diet Cook do?

You cook special meals for people with dietary needs.

What education does Diet Cook require?

College of Higher Education (18 months)

How much does a Diet Cook earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 52'000, mid ~CHF CHF 66'000 per year (approximate).

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Diet Cook

Hospitality & Gastronomy

Diet cooks prepare special meals for people with particular nutritional needs. They work in hospitals, clinics, or nursing homes and take medical requirements into account when planning menus. Nutritional knowledge, cooking skills, and empathy are important qualities.

Entry

~CHF 52'000

CHF 4'333/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 66'000

CHF 5'500/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 82'000

CHF 6'833/Mt.

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

📚 Education

LevelCollege of Higher Education

Duration18 months

Your path to Diet Cook

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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 52'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics5/10

🔬 Science7/10

💻 IT4/10

🔧 Manual7/10

🎨 Artistic3/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10

🎨 Creativity6/10

🤝 Social Contact6/10

💪 Physical Demands7/10

📈 Career Growth6/10

🔮 Future Outlook6/10

🔥 Demand (current)6/10

✨ AI Risk3/10

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