Are you passionate about hospitality, food preparation, and delivering exceptional customer service? Eskom is offering a 24-month Hospitality Learnership Programme for young South Africans who want to build a solid career in the hospitality sector. This structured programme provides practical kitchen experience, administrative exposure, and hands-on training under the supervision of an Executive Chef at the Eskom Academy of Learning in Midrand.
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Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Programme | Eskom Hospitality Learnership Programme 2025/2027 |
| Positions | Learner Hospitality X10 |
| Duration | 24 Months (Fixed-Term Contract) |
| Location | Eskom Academy of Learning, Midrand |
| Business Unit | Hospitality |
| Closing Date | 17 November 2025 |
| Reference Number | 50917779 |
| Stipend | Not disclosed |
| Minimum Qualification | National Diploma/N Diploma in Catering/Hospitality (NQF 6, 240 Credits) |
| Experience Required | 2 years in all kitchen departments |
About Eskom
Eskom is South Africa’s largest electricity utility and one of the continent’s most recognised state-owned enterprises. Beyond its core mandate of generating, transmitting, and distributing electricity, Eskom is committed to uplifting communities through skills development, training, and employment equity programmes.
Through the Eskom Academy of Learning (EAL), the organisation provides high-quality training across multiple fields, including engineering, operations, business support, and hospitality. This Hospitality Learnership forms part of Eskom’s commitment to:
- Youth employment
- Skills development
- Sustainable career pathways
- Employment equity and inclusion
Eskom also promotes a smoke-free, diverse, and inclusive working environment where disabled applicants and candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.
About the Eskom Hospitality Learnership Programme
This programme is designed to give learners real-world kitchen and hospitality experience, focusing on technical and administrative functions within a professional catering environment.
Key Responsibilities
Successful learners will:
- Prepare and produce food in line with catering standards
- Assist with stock control and kitchen inventory
- Perform administrative tasks and implement ISO standards
- Provide quality customer service to clients and visitors
- Maintain health, hygiene, and safety requirements at all times
Learners will shadow and support the Executive Chef while rotating across various kitchen departments for practical exposure.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Educational Qualification
You need one of the following NQF Level 6 (240 credits) qualifications:
- National Diploma in Catering Management
- National N Diploma in Catering Management
- Hospitality and Catering Services Qualification
- Hotel School Qualification at NQF 6
Work Experience
- At least 2 years of practical experience across all major kitchen departments (hot kitchen, cold kitchen, bakery, scullery, stores, etc.)
Additional Notes
- Eskom prioritises candidates from under-represented designated groups, in line with its Employment Equity Plan.
- Candidates with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
- If you do not hear back within 28 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
How to Apply
APPLY FOR THE ESKOM HOSPITALITY LEARNERSHIP PROGRAMME HERE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Does Eskom provide a stipend for this learnership?
Eskom has not disclosed stipend information for this specific programme. Typically, learnerships include monthly stipends as per SETA guidelines.
- Can I apply if I don’t have the required NQF 6 qualification?
No. Only candidates with the listed Hospitality/Catering qualifications at NQF Level 6 may apply.
- Is kitchen experience mandatory?
Yes. You must have at least 2 years’ experience working in all kitchen departments.
- Where will the learnership take place?
All training will be conducted at the Eskom Academy of Learning in Midrand.
- Does Eskom encourage applications from people with disabilities?
Yes. Eskom explicitly states that candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- What happens if I do not hear back after applying?
If you are not contacted within 28 days after the closing date, your application was unsuccessful.
CLOSING DATE: 17 NOVEMBER 2025
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