Faq

What characteristics make a good chef?

Excellent question and one that doesn't come with a clearly defined answer! However, in our opinion, a great chef has the following characteristics:

Passion for cooking / catering
Enjoys working under pressure
Passion for food
Unwavering dedication to the job
Creativity and an eye for detail
Self-disciplined
Self-motivated
Hard working, willing to make personal sacrifices
Flexible
Sense of urgency, efficient
Strength of character, not easily offended
Sense of humour
Able to take advice and constructive criticism
Sense of responsibility
Able to push self to personal limits, stamina
A positive ‘can do’ attitude
Work as a team player
Ability to work to deadlines
Good time management skills
Good organisational skills
Good memory and concentration skills
Confidence in own judgement
Flexible working hours
Ability to use your five senses
Eager to learn
Respect for authority

Would it be possible to find employment overseas after I complete the course?

Many of our graduates have successfully found employment in countries across the world including England, Australia and Ireland. The City & Guilds accreditation is internationally recognised and respected, making it easier for you to apply your training anywhere in the world!

Where have Capsicum's graduates been placed in the past?

Capsicum students have been placed at many establishments and these include The Saxon, The Mount Nelson, The Oyster Box, Inter-Continental, O.R Tambo, Emperor's Palace, Le Quartier Francais, La Madeleine and Garous.

Would my cooking course at Capsicum be internationally recognised?

Yes! Capsicum offers the City & Guilds curriculum, a UK international course which is recognized in over 100 countries across the world. City & Guilds is the leading provider of vocational qualifications in the United Kingdom. Its qualifications assess skills that are of practical value in the work place. They are recognised for their quality and are valued by employers in every sector of business. Jamie Oliver and Gordon Ramsay amongst numerous others, began their careers with a City & Guilds qualification.

I cannot afford to pay the tuition at once. Are there any options open to me?

Yes! Capsicum affords you the opportunity to pay the fee off over the period of the course. This involves paying a deposit and subsequently making monthly payments which varies based on the chosen course fee. Alternatively you could apply for a loan at your nearest bank.

When do Capsicum's cooking courses start and end?

Capsicum has two class intakes each year namely February and July.

After my studies with Capsicum, am I able to continue my studies in Switzerland as I believe Switzerland is the centre of the culinary world?

Not only can you continue your studies in Switzerland, we have an association with one of Switzerland’s top Hotel & Business Management School, DCT, based in Vitnau near Lucerne. DCT has a Culinary Arts Centre and provides you with a quality education based on European standards, as set by star rating agencies like Michelin and Gault-Millau.

What is Capsicum's pass rate?

We're incredibly proud of our pass rate. Since we opened our doors seven years ago, 98.9% of all learners that wrote examinations, passed. This is an extremely high average pass rate.

I have only completed Grade 9. Am I still eligible for Capsicum's cooking courses?

Yes. We have a range of courses suitable for various levels of school leavers. A simple answer here would not suffice, so we'd highly recommend that you call one of our Student Advisors, who will assess your current situation and advise you accordingly. Our telephone number is 086 111 CHEF (2433).