On the occasion of the Horecatel trade fair, taking place from 8 to 11 March at the WEX in Marche-en-Famenne, Minister for Self-Employed Workers Eléonore SIMONET is pleased to announce the creation of a new “specialised craftsman” status.
Since 2016, craftsmen have had official legal recognition. Today, 2,852 professionals hold the “Certified Craftsman” status, a number that is steadily growing.
The Minister for Self-Employed Workers today announces the creation of a second level of certification for professions active in food products.
Eléonore SIMONET, Minister for the Middle Classes, Self-Employed Workers and SMEs: “These specific recognitions meet the concrete expectations of craftsmen in food trade professions and aim to give consumers greater transparency about the know-how specific to each profession. Ten years after the creation of the certified craftsman status, we are taking a further step in professionalising the sector.”
Here are some examples of professions that can be recognised and certified under the “Specialised Craftsman” label:
- Catering: restaurateur, caterer, pizza maker, …
- Bakery: baker, pastry chef, ice-cream maker, chocolatier, confectioner, …
- Butchery: butcher, delicatessen maker, caterer, cured meat producer, …
The recognition will be awarded by peers. The various recognised professional federations will each propose a specific set of requirements in order to obtain this valuable seal of approval.
The skills highlighted by this label include professional mastery of the trade, respect for local produce and protected designations of origin, the quality of products and preparations offered to consumers, compliance with hygiene and good working practices, and largely in-house production, …
More information: Legal recognition of craftsmen | FPS Economy