Course Description
The Certificate for Kitchen Assistants is a comprehensive program designed to provide individuals with the foundational skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a professional kitchen environment. This course is ideal for those aspiring to pursue a career as a kitchen assistants entry- level culinary CERTIFICATE KITCHEN ASSISTANTS professionals. Learners will gain hands-on experience, practical insights, and a solid understanding of essential tasks and responsibilities within a kitchen setting.
Course Content
- Food Safety & Workplace Safety
- Introduction to Hospitality & Catering
- Kitchen Equipment & Knife Skills
- Workplace Standards & Professional Development
- Culinary Numeracy & Units of Measurement
- Cold Food Preparation & Presentation
- Accreditation: Highfield International Accredited Certificate.
Assessment:- Multiple-choice exams: Food Safety in Catering and Health & Safety in the Workplace
- Submission of a comprehensive Portfolio of Evidence
Industry Training
Gain 3 months of structured, real-world experience through workplace-based training in professional kitchen environments.
On-Site Training
Benefit from 3 months of hands-on, practical training in our fully equipped training kitchens.
Potential Career Pathways
After completing this certificate, you can:
- Enter the workforce as a Kitchen Assistant or Catering Assistant
- Continue your studies with the Diploma for Professional Cooks (NQF Level 4)
Tuition Fees
KEY INFORMATION | |
Intake Periods | February and May |
Tuition Fee | R24 800.00 |
Duration | 6 months |
Application Fee | R600 (payable upfront) |
Registration Fee | R 5 830 (Payable Upfront ) |
Starter Kit Fee | R12 500 (payable upfront) |
PAYMENT OPTIONS | |
OPTION 1 | Full settlement (5% discount on tuition fee) = R 23 560.00 |
OPTION 2 | R 16 800 Deposit (non- refundable) R 2 800.00 pm x 5 months |
OPTION 3 | R 8 000 Deposit (non – refundable) R 2 467 x 5 months |
NB. PAYMENT METHODS: REGISTRATION FEE, DEPOSIT AND STARTER KIT FEE NEEDS TO BE PAID BEFORE COMMENCING WITH CLASSES.







