Professional Cookery Training Programme Management.
Nice Baloi
In plain English
The Department of Tourism is seeking accredited service providers to manage the implementation of the Professional Cookery Training Programme in three provinces for the 2026/27 financial year. Bidders must be accredited service providers and comply with tax obligations, and are encouraged to have B-BBEE certification.
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The Department of Tourism invites service providers to manage a Professional Cookery Training Programme for 300 learners across the Eastern Cape, Free State, and Gauteng. The project involves a 12-month learnership at NQF Level 4. Key responsibilities include conducting induction, securing host employers, facilitating job placements, and registering learners with CATHSSETA. The provider must manage stipend payments, provide uniforms, and handle all project reporting and stakeholder engagement. The programme requires 30% theoretical training and 70% practical work placement. The project must be completed within the 2026/27 financial year.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must maintain a physical office within the relevant province.
- Valid SETA accreditation for Professional Cookery NQF Level 4.
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN.
- Full registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
- Valid registration for Assessors and Moderators.
- Minimum of three signed reference letters for similar services.
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nice Baloi
Email: nbaloi@tourism.gov.za
Phone: 012-444-6744
How to apply: Submit original bid proposals in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the bid number, description, and closing date. Hand-deliver the documents to the tender box at 17 Trevenna Street, Tourism House, Sunnyside, Pretoria, 0002.
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