Professional Cookery Learnerships At Joburg City Theatres
Professional Cookery Learnerships at Joburg City Theatres offer an excellent opportunity for unemployed young people who are passionate about cooking and building a career in the hospitality industry. This 12-month CATHSSETA-funded programme combines accredited classroom learning with practical workplace experience, allowing learners to develop valuable culinary skills while earning a monthly stipend. Successful candidates for the Professional Cookery Learnerships will complete an NQF Level 4 qualification, gain hands-on industry experience, and prepare for employment in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and other hospitality establishments.
Position Details
- Company: Joburg City Theatres (JCT)
- Programme: Professional Cookery Learnership
- Reference Number: JCT/2026/07
- Employment Type: Learnership (12 Months)
- Industry: Hospitality
- Qualification: Certificate in Professional Cookery (NQF Level 4)
- Location: City of Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Monthly Stipend: R3,500
- Closing Date: 29 July 2026
Requirements
Applicants for the Professional Cookery Learnerships should have:
- South African citizenship
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Be unemployed
- Reside within the City of Johannesburg
- Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
- English as a subject in Grade 12
- Passion for cooking and the hospitality industry
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable, committed, and willing to learn
- Ability to attend classroom and workplace training for the full programme duration
- Not be registered for another learnership, internship, or funded skills programme
- Own transport
- No criminal record
Skills Required
Successful candidates for the Professional Cookery Learnerships should demonstrate:
- Food preparation
- Kitchen hygiene
- Food safety
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability
- Professionalism
- Willingness to learn
Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates for the Professional Cookery Learnerships will:
- Complete accredited classroom training
- Participate in practical workplace learning
- Develop professional cooking and food preparation skills
- Follow food safety and kitchen hygiene standards
- Assist with menu preparation and kitchen operations
- Deliver quality customer service
- Work effectively as part of a hospitality team
- Complete all programme assessments and practical requirements
- Maintain professionalism throughout the learnership
- Build industry knowledge and workplace experience
Why Apply
Joining Joburg City Theatres offers you the opportunity to:
- Earn a nationally recognised Professional Cookery Certificate (NQF Level 4)
- Receive a monthly stipend of R3,500
- Gain valuable workplace experience in the hospitality industry
- Develop practical cooking and kitchen management skills
- Improve your future employment opportunities
- Build a strong foundation for a career in hospitality
Important Notes
- Programme duration is 12 months.
- Applicants must reside within the City of Johannesburg.
- Persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- Completion of the learnership does not guarantee permanent employment.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
- Applicants who do not receive feedback within two months after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
Required documents:
- Cover letter
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of South African ID (not older than three months)
- Certified copy of Grade 12 (Matric) certificate or equivalent qualification (not older than three months)
- Proof of residence confirming residence within the City of Johannesburg (Ward Councillor confirmation letter)
How to Apply
Interested applicants should email their application together with the required supporting documents.
Email your application to: jobapplications5@joburgtheatre.com
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