Olive Chef School

Olive Chef School, established in 2000 in Bloemfontein, is a renowned chef training institution. It has since expanded into a First-Class International Academy for the Culinary Arts.

Our programs

At Olive Chef School, students have the flexibility to choose between two chef training programs: a comprehensive 28-month course or a fast-paced 12-month option. The 28-month course culminates in an internationally recognized diploma, opening doors to global culinary opportunities. While the 12-month program provides a solid foundation in essential chef skills, perfect for those eager to jump start their culinary journey.

12 month Course
28 month course

The school's vision is to deliver world-class chef training that goes beyond just creating delicious dishes. They aim to inspire creativity and innovation in culinary arts while consistently upholding the highest standards of quality.

Olive Chef School is an internationally recognized culinary institution, offering chef training courses that are truly exceptional. Here, you can earn an international City & Guilds Diploma in Food Preparation and Cooking (Culinary Arts), with registration number 843 255, accredited in over 100 countries. Additionally, Olive Chef School offers a QCTO certificate, acknowledged by the Department of Higher Education. In 2025 we are also in the processes of adding additional accreditation.

We have a 96% work rate after completion of the Course. The flexibility of Olive Chef School's culinary course allows students to tailor their skills for the industry. With formal, certified training, graduates can pursue a range of careers, including chef, caterer, food stylist, hotel chef de cuisine, food and beverage manager, test kitchen professional, restaurant manager, and kitchen manager.

The flexibility of Olive Chef School's culinary course allows students to tailor their skills for the industry. With formal, certified training, graduates can pursue a range of careers, including chef, caterer, food stylist, hotel chef de cuisine, food and beverage manager, test kitchen professional, restaurant manager, and kitchen manager.

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  • Suhette Kuhn
    Parent of 2024 Student

    I just want to say a BIG THANK YOU! Thank you for the opportunity you gave Jordan! I am so gratefull that I met you and gratefull that my child was “saved”. Rinet I was so worried about Jordan and now she is a NEW person! She is so happy! She is socializing and taking part in life! Thank you so much! What your school is doing is so amazing! - Suhette Kuhn, Parent of 2024 Student

  • Pieter Myburg
    Previous Student

    12-hour days are standard. But also, be ready to enjoy the company of your classmates, who will come from all over the country. With everyone sharing the same passion, you'll quickly find yourself surrounded by new friends

  • Ruanda Hewetson
    Previous Student

    I trained under the guidance of Head Chef Nicolaas Augustyn at Olive Chef School. During this time, he has devoted himself to his students in giving them exceptional training both theoretical and practical. His is still to this day my Mentor and will always be my Mentor! I am privileged to still be working with him and to call him one off MY Best Friends!

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