Culinary Foundations
Professional Cookery Course in Umhlanga
FULL TIME: Monday to Friday
Programme Length: 6 Months
NEXT INTAKE: 5 JANUARY 2027
The Culinary Foundations course runs for 6 months and is designed for aspiring chefs who want to develop essential professional cooking skills. Through practical kitchen training and supporting theory, students learn food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen safety, building the skills needed to begin working in a professional kitchen.
“I want to make way for the young chefs.”
~ Chef Moses Moloi
Entry Requirements
Students must have a Grade 10 certificate with Math Literacy and English as subjects.
Must have a valid South African ID book or card and be 16 years or older.
International students must have a valid passport and pending study permit.
What You WIll Study
Kitchen fundamentals, hygiene and food safety
Core culinary skills, equipment and cooking techniques
Preparing and cooking a wide range of ingredients
Nutrition and specialised diets
Culinary business and professional development
What's Included
Text Books
Full Uniform
All Ingredients and Equipment for Practicals
Highfield Registration Fees
Basic Knife Kit
Portfolio of Evidence
Industry Placement
Qualifications on Completion
Highfield Level 2 Diploma for Professional Cooks
Highfield Level 2 Award in Health & Safety
Highfield Level 2 Award in Food Safety for Catering
Caraway Certificate in Entrepreneurship
WHAT'S NEXT?
Career Pathways
Kitchen Assistant
Food Service Assistant
Commis Chef
Interested? Contact us today!
Contact us for more information, answers to your questions, a campus tour or help with enrolment, and take the first step towards your culinary career.