Professional Cookery Learnership 2026 at InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town
Apply for the Professional Cookery Learnership 2026 at InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town. Gain hospitality and culinary experience while studying in a luxury hotel environment.
Professional Cookery Learnership Opportunity
Sun International Careers is offering an exciting Professional Cookery Learnership at the InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town.
This opportunity is ideal for young South Africans who are passionate about cooking and want to build a career in the hospitality and culinary industry.
Job Details
- Programme: Professional Cookery Learnership
- Company: Sun International
- Property: InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town
- Location: Cape Town
- Job Type: Temporary Learnership
- Number of Positions: 10
- Reference Number: SI-952
- Industry: Hospitality / Catering / Leisure
About the Learnership
This programme offers learners the opportunity to study and work within a professional luxury hospitality environment while gaining practical culinary experience.
Participants will work alongside experienced culinary professionals and gain exposure to restaurant and banqueting operations within one of Cape Town’s leading hospitality brands.
What Learners Will Gain
Successful candidates will receive:
- Hands-on kitchen experience
- Exposure to professional culinary operations
- Training from experienced chefs
- Customer service and hospitality skills development
- Experience in a world-class hotel environment
- Opportunity to build a career in hospitality and cookery
Key Learning Areas
Learners will gain experience in:
- Food preparation and presentation
- Kitchen hygiene and food safety standards
- Operating culinary equipment
- Guest interaction and service excellence
- Standard operating procedures
- Teamwork and communication
- Stock control and kitchen operations
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 / Matric certificate
- Passion for cooking and food preparation
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Work Conditions and Requirements
Candidates must be willing and able to:
- Work shifts according to operational requirements
- Move and operate kitchen equipment
- Work in alternative outlets when operationally required
Ideal Candidate Profile
The programme is suitable for individuals who are:
- Passionate about hospitality
- Motivated to learn
- Dedicated and hardworking
- Interested in building a culinary career
- Comfortable working in fast-paced environments
Employment Equity
Sun International supports Employment Equity, and preference may be given to designated groups in line with company equity plans and South African legislation.
POPI Notice
Applicants should note that:
- Reference checks may be conducted
- Personal information will be processed according to the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
- If no response is received within one month after the closing date, applications should be considered unsuccessful
Why Apply for This Learnership?
This opportunity allows candidates to:
- Gain valuable hospitality industry experience
- Learn in a luxury hotel environment
- Develop culinary and customer service skills
- Build a strong foundation for future hospitality careers
- Work with one of South Africa’s leading hospitality groups
How to Apply
Interested applicants can apply through the official Sun International careers platform below:
