What is a Chef?
A chef is a professional cook and tradesman who is proficient in all aspects of food preparation, often focusing on a particular cuisine.
Where Can I Study Chef In South Africa?
JHB Culinary and Pastry School
Hotel School
Capsicum Culinary Studio
Prue Leith Chefs Academy
International Hotel and Tourism Institute
How long is a chef course in South Africa?
Culinary programs can take anywhere from 1 year to 3 years to complete, depending on the level of education and the institution.
Apprenticeship: Another way to become a chef in South Africa is through an apprenticeship program.
How much does a chef school cost in South Africa?
| COURSE FEE | ENROLMENT DEPOSIT | REMAINING | 6 MONTHLY | 12 MONTHLY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Award in Food Safety** | ||||
| 2000.00 | 500.00 | 1500.00 | na | na |
| Highfield Certificate in Food Production and Cooking | ||||
| 19 000.00 | 5000.00 | 14 000.00 | 2333.33 | na |
| Highfield Diploma Culinary Arts | ||||
| 75 000.00 | 15 000.00 | 60 000.00 | 10 000.00 | na |
| Highfield Diploma Diploma Pastry Arts | ||||
| 75 000.00 | 15 000.00 | 60 000.00 | 10 000.00 | na |
| THE GRANDE DIPLOMA Highfield Diploma in Culinary And Pastry Arts | ||||
| 129 000.00 | 20 000.00 | 109 000.00 | 18 166.00 | 9083.33 |
Are chefs in demand in South Africa?
South Africa, like many other countries, suffers a skills shortage of catering employees such as executive chefs and cooks.
In addition, the historical context of South Africa has produced a specific skewed demographic picture of kitchen staff that now needs to be rebalanced.