How long does a career change to Chef de Partie take?

Via the "Career change via experience (Art. 32 BBG)" route, expect 66–72 months.

What does a career change to Chef de Partie cost?

Estimated costs are CHF 100–3'000.

Do I need a regular apprenticeship for Chef de Partie?

Not necessarily. With work experience you can earn the qualification via Art. 32 VPETA, saving about 36 months.

How much do you earn as Chef de Partie?

The median salary is ~CHF 56'000 per year (approximate).

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Career change

Career change to Chef de Partie

You lead a kitchen station and create dishes for guests.

You don't need a second youth apprenticeship. With work experience there's a realistic route to the Chef de Partie qualification — here are the duration, costs and how your experience is recognised.

Career change via experience (Art. 32 BBG)

Duration

66–72 months

Costs

CHF 100–3'000

Salary after

~CHF 56'000

✓ Art. 32 VPETA· saves ~36 months

Typically 5+ years of relevant work experience let you sit the final qualification exam directly — without a regular apprenticeship.

How the path works

1
Work experience
60 months
2
Final apprenticeship exam (Art. 32 BBG)
6–12 months · CHF 100–3'000

Salary progression

Entry

~CHF 48'000

Mid

~CHF 56'000

Senior

~CHF 70'000

Approximate values — they vary by region, employer and experience.

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