Tsebo Group Food and Beverage Learnership 2026

Are you a young South African looking to build a successful career in the hospitality industry? The Tsebo Group Food and Beverage Learnership 2026 is now accepting applications from eligible candidates in South Africa.

This exciting 12-month learnership programme provides learners with valuable workplace experience, industry-recognised training, and practical skills required to succeed in the growing food and beverage sector.

About Tsebo Group

Tsebo Solutions Group is one of Africa’s leading Integrated Workplace Management Solutions providers. The company offers services across various sectors including:

• Catering
• Facilities Management
• Cleaning and Hygiene
• Pest Control
• Security Services
• Energy Management
• Procurement
• Engineering
• Workspace Design
• Remote Camps

Tsebo is committed to developing talent and creating opportunities for young South Africans through skills development programmes such as learnerships, internships, and workplace training initiatives.

About the Food and Beverage Learnership

The Food and Beverage Services industry is a key component of the hospitality sector, covering restaurants, hotels, catering companies, lodges, conference venues, and entertainment establishments.

Through this NQF Level 4 qualification, learners will gain both theoretical knowledge and practical workplace experience, preparing them for future employment opportunities within the hospitality industry.

The programme aims to equip participants with essential customer service, food service, operational, and hospitality management skills.

What You Will Learn

Successful learners will receive training in various areas, including:

Hospitality Operations

• Understanding organisational layouts, services, and facilities
• Understanding the hospitality, travel, and tourism sectors
• Maintaining professional appearance and workplace standards
• Building effective workplace relationships
• Customer service and cultural awareness

Food and Beverage Service

• Preparing areas for table service
• Providing table and drink service
• Maintaining food and beverage service standards
• Serving bottled wine
• Recommending and serving wines
• Preparing and serving spirits and liqueurs
• Operating buffet and carvery services
• Function room preparation and management

Health and Safety

• Workplace health and hygiene
• Food safety practices
• Maintaining safe working environments
• Security procedures
• First Aid training
• Waste handling and disposal

Business and Administrative Skills

• Basic calculations
• Operating payment points
• Processing customer payments
• Handling refunds
• Telephone etiquette
• Inventory and stock management
• Preventative maintenance planning

Leadership and Development

• Supervising functions and events
• Staff coaching and mentoring
• Training and development planning
• Introducing new employees to the workplace
• Organising and monitoring work activities

Career Development

• Identifying employment opportunities
• Applying for jobs and work placements
• Understanding self-employment opportunities
• Building professional workplace skills

Benefits of the Learnership

Participating in the Tsebo Food and Beverage Learnership can provide numerous advantages, including:

• Nationally recognised NQF Level 4 qualification
• Practical workplace experience
• Industry-relevant skills development
• Exposure to professional hospitality environments
• Improved employability
• Networking opportunities within the hospitality sector
• Foundation for future career growth

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the Tsebo Food and Beverage Learnership 2026, applicants must:

• Be a South African citizen
• Possess a valid South African ID document
• Have a certified Matric Certificate
• Be able to read and write effectively
• Be capable of compiling and submitting a Portfolio of Evidence (POE)
• Be willing to commit to the full 12-month learnership programme

Skills and Competencies Required

Ideal candidates should demonstrate:

• Good communication skills
• Strong customer service orientation
• Professional attitude
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to learn
• Teamwork abilities
• Commitment to completing the programme

Career Opportunities After Completion

Completing a Food and Beverage Learnership can open doors to various hospitality careers, including:

• Waiter/Waitress
• Food and Beverage Assistant
• Restaurant Supervisor
• Banqueting Assistant
• Catering Assistant
• Hospitality Coordinator
• Front-of-House Supervisor
• Event Operations Assistant
• Guest Services Representative
• Hospitality Management Trainee

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to prepare the following documents:

• Certified South African ID copy
• Certified Matric Certificate
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Any additional supporting documents requested by the employer

Apply here online for Tsebo Group Food and Beverage Learnership 2026

Closing Date: 09 June 2026