Agri-food

In Emilia-Romagna, the agri-food sector is an integrated system
that brings together primary activities (agriculture, livestock farming,
fishing), food processing and all related supply chains: production
technologies and chemicals, machinery and equipment, packaging
materials and containers, logistics, analysis and control services,
certification, research and development, packaging and marketing.
A system spread across the region, where innovation and
sustainability are integrated into processes and generate
value throughout the entire cycle.

THE MOST SOUGHT-AFTER HIGH-SKILLS JOBS

Head Chef HARD TO FIND
The head chef is the senior figure responsible for the operational, organisational and creative management of a professional kitchen.

Food and Beverage Manager HARD TO FIND
The Food and Beverage (F&B) Manager is responsible for the operational, financial and quality management of all catering activities (kitchen, dining room, bar) in establishments such as hotels, resorts, cruise ships or large restaurants.

Agronomy technician
An agronomy technician is a multidisciplinary professional who provides technical advice on optimising production, sustainability and crop protection. He or she operates both in the field and on the farm, managing nutrition, irrigation, certifications and sowing plans, often supporting precision farming.

Environmental engineer
An environmental engineer designs and manages projects and services – ranging from buildings to infrastructure – while assessing their impact on the environment, with the aim of preserving it and ensuring the safety of local residents.

Food Technologist
A food technologist is a professional with expertise in food science who designs, manages and improves the production, processing, packaging and safety of food and drink.

Source: Skills Intelligence Emilia-Romagna (April 2025 – March 2026)

THE 6 MOST SOUGHT-AFTER SKILLS

HR management
Time management
Knowledge of office software
Teamwork
Computer skills
Fluency of ideas

Source: Skills Intelligence Emilia-Romagna (April 2025 – March 2026)

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