Department of Tourism Professional Cookery Learnerships 2025

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Department of Tourism invites unemployed South African Youth to apply for the professional cookery Learnerships program 2025

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Are you a young South African passionate about food, tourism, and hospitality? The Department of Tourism, in collaboration with Harambee, is offering a 12-month Professional Cookery Learnership Programme for 2025. This exciting opportunity is designed for unemployed youth looking to gain valuable skills and experience in South Africa’s dynamic hospitality and tourism industry.

About the Professional Cookery Learnership 2025

This fully funded learnership programme in professional cookery provides both theoretical training and hands-on practical experience, preparing candidates for employment in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and more.

Duration: 12 months (Full-time commitment required)

Key Details:

Selected candidates must sign a 12-month training contract
Interviews will be conducted for shortlisted applicants
If you don’t hear back within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the 2025 Professional Cookery Learnership, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be a South African citizen
Hold a Matric/Grade 12 certificate
Be fluent in English (a qualification in Tourism or Hospitality is advantageous)
Must currently not working
Submit a CV and a motivational letter
Provide a certified copy of your South African ID
Provide certified copies of relevant qualifications
Provide proof of residence
Be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays
Have a genuine passion for cooking, hospitality, and tourism
If you have previously participated in a Department of Tourism learnership or skills programme, this must be clearly declared in your motivational letter

Why You Should Apply

The Department of Tourism Professional Cookery Learnership 2025 is more than just a training programme — it’s your gateway to a fulfilling career in one of South Africa’s fastest-growing industries.

Programme Benefits:

Nationally recognised practical and theoretical training
Real-world experience in the hospitality and tourism sector
Career opportunities in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, or even your own business
Valuable workplace exposure and networking opportunities