RCL Foods Food Manufacturing Learnership 2026

Opportunity Overview

RCL Foods offers a FoodBev SETA-accredited food manufacturing learnership at its KwaZulu-Natal facilities, training youth in safe, hygienic processing of food products.

This learnership is based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal (KwaZulu-Natal) and falls under the FoodBev SETA — Food & Beverage Manufacturing, leading to a NQF Level 3 qualification. A monthly stipend is provided: R4 500 – R5 500 / month.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum qualification: Grade 12 / Matric
• South African citizen with a valid ID
• Aged 18–35 (youth programme)
• Currently unemployed and not on another funded programme
• Clear criminal record
• Grade 12 (Mathematics/Science advantageous)
• Willing to work shifts

Key Responsibilities

During this learnership you will:

• Operating food-processing and packaging lines under supervision
• Applying food-safety (HACCP) and hygiene standards
• Monitoring quality checkpoints and recording data
• Supporting line changeovers and basic cleaning
• Completing NQF 3 food-manufacturing assessments

Stipend & Benefits

Successful candidates receive a monthly stipend of R4 500 – R5 500 / month for the duration of the programme, on-the-job mentorship, and a nationally recognised NQF Level 3 qualification on successful completion.

How to Apply — Step by Step

• Check that you qualify against the minimum requirements above before applying.
• Prepare and certify your documents (not older than 3 months):
• Certified copy of your South African ID
• Certified copy of your highest qualification / latest results
• Updated CV (maximum 2 pages)
• A short motivational letter
• Submit your application using one of the methods below.
• Apply before the closing date: 2 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.

• Apply online: Visit www.rclfoods.com/careers, search for "Food Manufacturing Learnership 2026", and complete the online application form.

Beware of scams: A legitimate learnership will never ask you to pay a fee to apply or to "secure your place". If you are asked for money, it is a scam.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard back within four weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful for this round. RCL Foods is an equal-opportunity employer; preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Act.