Food inspector

Food inspector

Preparatory service for entry into the second qualification level in the technical monitoring service for consumer protection

Have you successfully completed a master craftsman's examination in a food profession or the state final examination in a subject suitable for food monitoring (technical school) and would like to develop professionally and personally? Then the preparatory service to become a food inspector is just right for you!

You will be trained at the City of Erlangen's Department of Veterinary and Consumer Health Protection and make an important contribution to protecting Erlangen's consumers. Your area of responsibility includes assisting with the enforcement of food law. You are responsible for monitoring the movement of foodstuffs, tobacco products, cosmetics and consumer goods. In particular, you will carry out on-site inspections and take samples. You will take the necessary measures and provide information to prevent violations of food law. You report criminal offenses and prosecute administrative offenses. You also inform consumers about the basic principles of food law and its enforcement.

During your traineeship, you will gain a comprehensive insight into all areas of the profession and will find that your tasks are very varied and meaningful both during and after your training.

After successfully completing your preparatory service, you will work as a civil servant in the Office of Veterinary and Consumer Health Protection.