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KAVO Gewürzeindustrie GmbH is a fifth-generation, family-run company steeped in tradition (founded in 1898). Originating as a spice shop, the company has developed into a specialist in the processing of spices, with its own and customer-specific complete blends.
We work only with selected, high-quality raw materials, with state-of-the-art machinery at the highest quality level, and grind the raw materials fresh before mixing, which ensures a maximum of aroma is retained.
We are pleased to work with our customers to create individual recipes and thus jointly create a culinary delight of a special kind.

Philosophy and Values
  • Focus on the customer Tastes differ. We find the perfect blend for our customers’ taste.
  • Flexibility as a USP We keep our processes flexible so that we can react quickly to customer requests.
  • The base is crucial We only grind raw materials of the highest, tested quality from long-term partners.
  • Quality as a matter of course Achieving the best quality is our benchmark, from raw material to processing and shipping.
  • Structured, organic growth Growth in the company is important, but not at any price!
  • Employees as an asset The company cannot function without our employees. We are mindful of a good relationship with our employees.
  • We have not inherited the world from our parents, but have borrowed it from our children A responsible approach to the resources of our earth is our duty.
  • Who does not move with the times, will move with the times Continuous development is essential to survive in the market.
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History
1898

Founding of KAVO, by the namesake KArl VOgelsang, as a spice shop in Neunkirchen.

1898
1955

Specialization in the processing of spices and start of the production of preparations for sausage production.

1955
1971

Construction of a new production plant in Loipersbach and significant expansion of the product range.

1971
1981

First expansion of the existing production and construction of the curing salt mixing plant.

1981
1995

Expansion of the company premises by 17,000m² including 200m² of new warehouses and another office building.

1995
2007

Connection of the existing buildings with a new, modern delivery and dispatch area and further storage space as well as purchase of a new filling system for small containers and jars.

2007
2014

Renewal and modernization of the grinding mills and installation of a photovoltaic system with 40 kWP.

2014
2015

Opening of the new shop at the Peisching production site.

2015
2020

Conversion to an environmentally friendly air conditioning and heating system for the company via deep drilling.

2020
2021

Modernization of the office premises.

2021
2024

Expansion of the photovoltaic system by 100 kWP.

2024
Team
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Jürgen Schoof

Management
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Christoph Schoof

Management

Martina Minarsky

Order processing

Andrea Reiterer

Order processing

Gabriele Schoof

Accounting
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Katrin Schoof

Marketing (on leave)

Christoph Tisch

Quality assurance

Yvonne Demir

Shop management
Location