Apprenticeship as a Retail Salesperson with Additional Fresh Food Specialist Qualification 2027

The initially two-year apprenticeship in food retail is supplemented by an IHK qualification as a fresh food specialist, completed after three years. The program includes vocational school, seminars, workshops and practical work in different store areas.

Learning about varied retail tasks focused on fresh and service-oriented food areas; serving and advising customers; operating tills and handling reconciliations; creating sales-promoting product displays and supporting assortment planning, marketing and stock setup; properly storing and handling fresh food while following hygiene standards; organizing and evaluating sales and tasting events.

Enjoyment of customer contact and empathy; a friendly manner, well-groomed appearance and good communication skills; creativity, responsibility and commitment; enjoyment of working with fresh food; interest in business processes; team spirit and quick comprehension.

Support and development from one of Germany’s largest apprenticeship providers; a secure and meaningful workplace; short commutes; varied insights into store operations and food retail; EDEKA Food Academy seminars and exam preparation; digital training through EDEKA next and the Azubi Guide; creative competitions with attractive prizes; an AzubiStarter Day at the start of training; a graduation celebration; development and continuing education opportunities up to self-employment under the EDEKA umbrella.