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Dairy Assistant EBA

Basic dairy processing tasks.

About this profession

Basic dairy processing tasks. Over 2 years you learn this profession in a host company, at the vocational school and in inter-company courses. At the end you receive a nationally recognised Federal VET Certificate (EBA).

Day-to-day responsibilities

  • ›Receive and check milk quality.
  • ›Operate and monitor production equipment.
  • ›Package and label dairy products.
  • ›Perform hygienic cleaning tasks.

Skills you'll need

Hygiene awarenessTeam playerAttention to detailTechnical understandingGood physical condition

A typical week as an apprentice

Host company

3 days/week — you learn the trade hands-on alongside experienced professionals.

Vocational school

1–2 days/week — general education plus job-specific theory.

Inter-company courses (üK)

Several blocks per year — practise core techniques together with other apprentices.

Where you'll work

Restaurants, hotels, catering — varied shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Entry requirements

  • Completed compulsory school. The EBA is a strong fit for hands-on learners; close support during the apprenticeship is built in.
  • A 'Schnupperlehre' (1–5 day taster) is the best way to find out if the profession suits you.

What you earn at the end

Federal VET Certificate (EBA) — a recognised qualification with a clear path to bridge into a 3-year EFZ apprenticeship (often shortened).

Apprentice wage

Typical monthly gross wage (CHF). Actual wages vary by sector and region.

Year 1

CHF 600 – 800/ Mt.

Year 2

CHF 800 – 1’100/ Mt.

Future-readiness

Score 3/5
SolidSolid
Demand trend3/5
Adaptability3/5
Automation risk3/5

Our take

Demand remains stable; increasing automation requires technical adaptation, but practical skilled workers are still needed and adaptable.

Sources

Early contract endings in this field

Across Hospitality apprenticeships, roughly 35–45% of contracts are ended early, compared with about 23% nationally. Most of those apprentices continue their training elsewhere.

Further education & career

  • Dairy Technologist EFZ
  • Federal professional examination for dairy specialist.
  • Higher technical college for food technology.
  • Vocational baccalaureate and university of applied sciences (agronomy).

Learn more

Official sources and further information about this profession.