7-Day International Certificate: Food Safety & Catering Course

Overview

This short, intensive course provides students with internationally aligned food safety and catering knowledge, perfect for anyone entering or currently working in the hospitality, catering, or events industries.

You’ll receive practical training in hygiene, safe food handling, presentation, and basic catering operations. The programme is certified and suitable for first-time learners, team training, or professional upskilling.

📅 Duration: 7 Days
📜 Certification: Highfield International Certificate
🎯 Purpose: Food safety & catering fundamentals for small businesses, events, and market vendors

💬 Description
This nationally recognised programme is designed for individuals who are serious about becoming professional chefs. With a strong balance of theory, hands-on training, and workplace exposure, it prepares students for fast-paced kitchens in South Africa and abroad.

What You’ll Learn

  • Hygiene principles and food handling
  • Cross-contamination prevention
  • Food storage, temperature & delivery control
  • Personal grooming and presentation
  • Catering for small-scale events
  • Kitchen communication and workflow
  • Understanding allergens and special dietary needs

Requirements & Fees

Requirements:

  • Basic English understanding
  • Minimum age: 16
  • Ideal for team training, small business owners, or market/event caterers

Full Programme

R5,800Once-Off
  • Includes ingredients, printed materials, apron
  • Group discounts available for teams of 5+ (on request)

Feedback from Our Culinary Community

Its an authentic environment, with excellence and motivation for anyone who wants to become a chef, Great catering and the lodge is a great place to escape the buzz of the city

Keitumetse Phetlhane
They put their heart and soul into the school. I only see growth.This is my favourite place in Potch. The students become outstanding chefs. Well done.
Marina Gordon Lombard, Your Content Goes Here

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