Apprenticeship as a Retail Salesperson 2027

You will join the EDEKA network, work with people and learn about the various areas of food retail during a two-year apprenticeship. With good performance, the apprenticeship may be shortened by six months; you can then add a third year to qualify as a retail sales assistant.

Advising customers as their first point of contact; supporting sales, purchasing, ordering and warehouse operations; operating the tills and advising customers about services; presenting products in a sales-promoting way; helping shape the product range and arrange merchandise.

Enjoyment of working with people and an open-minded attitude; a sense of responsibility and commitment; interest in business processes; a friendly manner, well-groomed appearance and good communication skills; team spirit and the ability to learn quickly.

Support from a large family of companies throughout the apprenticeship; a secure and meaningful workplace; a short commute; varied areas of responsibility; EDEKA Food Academy seminars and exam preparation; digital learning with EDEKA next and the EDEKA Azubi Guide; competitions with attractive prizes; an AzubiStarter Day at the start of the apprenticeship; a graduation gala after successful completion; development and continuing-education programs with career opportunities up to self-employment.