Sun International x10 Prof Cookery Learnerships 2025
Sun International x10 Prof Cookery Learnerships 2025 Are you a passionate young South African who dreams of cooking in a world-class kitchen? Do you want to turn your love for food into a professional career? This exciting opportunity at Sun International’s The Maslow Hotel in Sandton might be your perfect recipe for success.
Why This Is a Stellar Opportunity
The Maslow Hotel Sandton, part of the renowned Sun International group, is more than just a luxury destination — it’s a training ground for the future of South Africa’s hospitality leaders. Known for innovation, excellence, and inclusivity, the hotel is committed to uplifting unemployed youth through focused skills development and nationally recognized qualifications. Here, passion meets opportunity.
Your Culinary Career Starts Here
This 12-month NC Professional Cookery Learnership provides a blend of practical kitchen training and theoretical learning, all under the guidance of experienced culinary professionals at The Maslow Hotel. Gain hands-on exposure, build your resume, and cook your way into a promising hospitality career.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for this learnership opportunity, applicants must meet the following:
- Valid South African Citizen ID
- Grade 12 (Matric Certificate) or equivalent NQF Level
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Motivational Letter
- A hospitality or culinary certificate is an added advantage
What You’ll Be Doing
As a learner in this program, you’ll be trained in a range of culinary and hospitality-related activities:
- Assist chefs with daily food preparation
- Maintain hygiene and food safety standards
- Participate in theory classes and assessments.
- Support kitchen operations during shifts and events
- Learn key aspects of professional cookery and hospitality
What Makes You a Great Fit
We’re looking for candidates who are:
- Passionate about food and cooking
- Excellent in interpersonal communication
- Able to work shifts and weekends when required
- Team-oriented with a proactive mindset
- Proficient in spoken and written English
- Dedicated to learning and ready to grow in a high-paced environment
Perks & Program Benefits
What’s in it for you?
- Nationally recognized qualification
- 12-month formal learnership with theory and practical learning
- Valuable hands-on experience in a 4-star hotel kitchen
- Mentorship from industry-leading chefs
- Inclusive opportunity – candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Who Should Apply?
If you’re an unemployed youth, passionate about hospitality and eager to develop professional cooking skills, this is your chance. The program also welcomes youth living with disabilities — ensuring inclusivity and empowerment.
How to Apply
To be considered, ensure you have:
- A certified copy of your SA ID
- A valid Grade 12 certificate or NQF equivalent
- Your updated CV
- A brief motivational letter explaining why this opportunity is for you
Send your complete application before the closing date below.