Get your EFZ through training in the catering industry.
With us you will start a varied and meaningful apprenticeship with a future, because as a chef you can expect a supportive working environment from day one.
During your training you will be accompanied and supported by our experienced vocational trainers.
Key requirements
Completed secondary school education (lower or upper secondary school) with good academic performance.
Great willingness to learn, responsibility, and hygiene awareness and orderliness.
Interest in cooking and enjoyment of handling food.
Helpful, outgoing, and team-oriented, with a strong sense of care and conscientiousness.
Availability for irregular working hours.
A friendly and humorous attitude.
Enjoyment of varied challenges and practical work.
Good knowledge of Italian in writing and speaking.
The Apprenticeship Chef/Cook CFC role offered by Tertianum is based in Lenzburg, Canton of Argovia, in the administration sector.
Working as a cross-border employee in the Canton of Argovia requires a G Permit, renewed annually. The Canton applies withholding tax at variable rates on gross income; since 2024 the Italy-Switzerland New Tax Agreement introduces concurrent taxation.
Swiss social contributions include AVS (5.3%), unemployment insurance (1.1%) and LPP (occupational pension). Use our free tax simulator to estimate the net salary for Apprenticeship Chef/Cook CFC in administration and compare the cost of living between Switzerland and Italy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the net salary for a cross-border worker in the Canton of Argovia?
Net salary depends on gross income, marital status and number of children. In the Canton of Argovia, withholding tax ranges from about 2% to 15%. In the administration sector, use our simulator for a tailored figure.
Do I need Swiss LAMal health insurance for the Apprenticeship Chef/Cook CFC role in Argovia?
New cross-border workers since 2024 must enrol in Swiss LAMal within 3 months of starting. Premiums vary by canton, model and deductible. Compare with our LAMal comparator.
