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www.sachefs.co.za | SA Chefs is a non-profit organisation representing chefs, cooks and caterers since 1974.
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SA Chefs is a SAQA-recognized Professional Body and is a Level 2 BBBEE provider. Its core purpose is to set and maintain the highest level of culinary excellence, food standards and professionalism throughout South Africa. We accomplish these goals through the transfer of skills and the upliftment of individuals, our members… ‘The South African Chef’. One of our many objectives is to have a significant impact on the careers of the chefs with whom we share the knowledge that our members have acquired through international food promotions, competitions, workshops, educational conferences and various other learning experiences. SA Chefs currently has over 12 000 members, who include catering and hotel company directors, restaurateurs, chefs, cooks, culinary educators, apprentices and trainees and can be found in every type of catering activity. The governing body of SA Chefs is a board of directors – 10 leaders in the catering world, elected to serve the interests of the Association in a voluntary capacity. Each region has its own decentralised organisation structure. The current partners of SA Chefs are :

- Premium
McCains and The Montgomery Group (Specialised Exhibitions)

- Gold
Tigerbrands Foodservice Solutions

- Silver Plus
TORK and Nestle Professional

- Silver
Unilever Professional

- Bronze
Chefs on App, Tsebo, Rebel Safety Gear, Urban Foods and Avanti Coffee Company

- Strategic
Shoprite Checkers, SACHEF Magazine, Chefs with Compassion, Department of Tourism, City Lodge Hotels and Southern Sun

Our training and demonstration facility at the SA Chefs headquarters houses the Southern Sun Centre for Culinary Excellence, with a state-of-the-art Skills Kitchen and Culinary Theatre and a reference library. This was created in partnership with the University of Johannesburg and built with sponsorship from companies in the hospitality industry. This is where we fulfill our mandate of training, offering subsidised, basic skills courses to members of the hospitality industry, be they formal or informal. Culinary Team South Africa has represented our country in the Culinary Olympics since 1980 and received official team status from the Bureau of Heraldry in 2008, becoming South Africa’s official representative in the culinary world. The Team is run on sponsorship and they meet regularly to practice both the Cold Table and Hot Kitchen, as these are the two sections of the Olympics.

01/11/2026

🇿🇦 CHEF MOSES MOLOI IS BACKING TEAM MASAKHANE!👨‍🍳💚💛

From some of South Africa's most celebrated restaurant kitchens to becoming Executive Chef and co-owner of Gigi Restaurant in Johannesburg, Besele Moses Moloi | Chef knows what it takes to succeed at the highest level.

A three-time Best Chef winner at the South Africa Restaurant Awards, Moses is now lending his voice to support the next generation of South African culinary talent.

Our young chefs have earned their places at the 2026 Culinary World Cup in Luxembourg and have been training hard to represent their country. With the competition fast approaching, they still need support to get there.

And we're calling on everyone who believes in South African culinary talent to help make it happen!

Every rand counts. Whether you can give R50, R100, R200 or more, your contribution matters. Together, smaller donations can make a big difference.

Thank you, Chef Moses, for getting behind Team Masakhane and encouraging South Africa to do the same!

🇿🇦 Will you join him in backing our team?

👉 Donate here: https://bit.ly/Masakhane

Back a Buddy. Build a Team. Represent a Nation.

31/10/2026

A little fresh air. Good company. And a little joy to share. 🧺🧸

Join the Young Chefs Club Gauteng for a picnic with a purpose — and bring a new or gently used toy in good condition to help brighten a child’s Christmas.

📅 Saturday 7 November 2026
🕙 10:00–12:30 — please arrive promptly at 10:00
📍 AW Muller Stadium, University of Johannesburg
🎟️ R100 per person, including a picnic basket

Book your tickets: [email protected]

Toys only for the Christmas collection, please.

30/10/2026

🇿🇦 A taste of South Africa – for a proudly South African cause!

Join The South African Chefs Association for The Gala Dinner, a special evening celebrating our country's extraordinary culinary talent, heritage and flavours, in support of Culinary Team SA Team Masakhane as they prepare to represent South Africa at the Culinary World Cup in Luxembourg.

🥂 Welcome w**e and canapés
🍽️ Three-course heritage menu curated by SA Chefs' Cape Town culinary leaders
🎶 Live music and entertainment

📅 Friday 13 November 2026
📍 The Residency, Makers Landing, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
🎟️ R950 per person

Come together for an unforgettable evening of food, culture and camaraderie while helping our talented chefs fly the South African flag on the world stage.

Book your seat now: https://payf.st/0iu6a

One team. One nation. 🇿🇦

27/10/2026

🇿🇦 CHEF TALENTE MTHEMBU IS BACKING TEAM MASAKHANE! 👨‍🍳💚💛

Chef Talente Mthembu shares his love of cooking with thousands of followers, inspiring home cooks and aspiring chefs to develop their skills and try something new.

Now he’s using his voice to help our young South African chefs take their talents to the world stage!

Team Masakhane has been training hard for the 2026 Culinary World Cup in Luxembourg this November. They've earned their place and put in the hours. Now they need our support to get there.

And you don't need to give thousands to make a difference.

🇿🇦 R100 from 100 people = R10,000
🇿🇦 R100 from 500 people = R50,000

Every rand counts, and every contribution helps.

Thank you, Chef Talente, for getting behind Team Masakhane and encouraging others to do the same!

Will you join him?

👉 Donate here: https://bit.ly/Masakhane

Back a Buddy. Build a Team. Represent a Nation.

26/10/2026

🎄🎁 Christmas is getting closer, and we need your help to spread a little joy!

The SA Chefs Gauteng Committee is calling on our members, industry partners and friends to support our Christmas Toy Donation Drive and help make this festive season special for disadvantaged children in Alexandra.

Have toys your children have outgrown? Or perhaps you'd like to add an extra gift to your Christmas shopping?

We're collecting new and pre-loved toys, games, books and puzzles for children of all ages. Every donation, big or small, will help put a smile on a child's face this Christmas. ❤️

📍 Drop-off point: SA Chefs Head Office, University of Johannesburg
📧 To arrange a collection: [email protected]

Let's show what our SA Chefs community can do when we come together for a good cause!

We are chefs. We care. We make a difference. 💙

25/10/2026

In memory of Graham Donet

The South African Chefs Association is saddened to learn of the passing of Graham Donet, former General Manager of the Association.

Graham was a long-standing member of the SA Chefs family and played an important role in the Association's development over many years.

During his tenure, he championed the growth of the culinary profession, supported opportunities for young chefs and helped strengthen the Association's relationships within South Africa and internationally. He was also actively involved in initiatives that used the power of food to make a difference in communities.

We remember Graham with gratitude for his years of service, his commitment to the industry and the contribution he made to SA Chefs.

Our heartfelt condolences go to his family, friends and former colleagues.

Rest in peace, Graham. Your contribution will not be forgotten.

23/10/2026

We're rounding off the week with a look back at a fantastic industry event!

SA Chefs was delighted to partner with Unilever Professional SA for an event that brought together chefs, contract cleaning professionals, hotel owners and distributors to explore the important link between hygiene, cleaning and culinary excellence.

A big thank you to Unilever Food Solutions SA for preparing and serving a delicious lunch!

The event also marked a special milestone, with Chef Darshan Chetty, Executive Chef of Mount Edgecombe Country Club, announced as Unilever Professional’s very first Brand Ambassador. Congratulations, Chef! 👏

Well done to the Unilever Professional team, especially the activation lead, for organising such a successful event and bringing so many industry professionals together.

22/10/2026

🇿🇦 FROM SOUTH AFRICA TO THE WORLD – AND BACKING THE NEXT GENERATION! 👨‍🍳

South African pastry chef Wandile Shange, now working in the United States, knows what it means to pursue a culinary career beyond our borders.

A former Southern Sun The Cullinan chef and recognised competitor in South Africa's Inter Hotel Challenge, Wandile is lending his support to Team Masakhane as our young chefs prepare for the 2026 Culinary World Cup in Luxembourg.

And he's asking you to get behind them too! 💚💛

Our Culinary Team SA has been putting in the hours, training hard and preparing to fly the South African flag on the world stage. But they still need support to get there.

Every rand counts. Whether you can give R50, R100, R200 or more, your contribution can help make this journey possible.

A huge thank you to Wandile for supporting our young chefs from across the Atlantic!

🇿🇦 Will you join him in backing Team Masakhane?

👉 Donate here: https://bit.ly/Masakhane

Back a Buddy. Build a Team. Represent a Nation.

22/10/2026

A little fresh air. Good company. And a little joy to share. 🧺🧸

Join the Young Chefs Club Gauteng for a picnic with a purpose — and bring a new or gently used toy in good condition to help brighten a child’s Christmas.

📅 Saturday 7 November 2026
🕙 10:00–12:30 — please arrive promptly at 10:00
📍 AW Muller Stadium, University of Johannesburg
🎟️ R100 per person, including a picnic basket with refreshments and drinks

Book your tickets: [email protected]

Toys only for the Christmas collection, please.

22/10/2026

🎉 Happy birthday, Chef Pieter Malan! 🎂👨‍🍳

Today, SA Chefs celebrates our Director of Competitions and Team Manager of Culinary Team SA Team Masakhane!

As our young chefs prepare to represent South Africa at the Culinary World Cup in Luxembourg, we recognise the passion, dedication and leadership you bring to developing the next generation of culinary talent.

From everyone at the South African Chefs Association, thank you for all that you do. Wishing you a wonderful birthday and a fantastic year ahead! 🇿🇦

Address

University Of Johannesburg, School Of Tourism And Hospitality
Johannesburg
2092

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 16:30

Telephone

+27114827250

Website

http://www.sachefs.co.za/

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