Bryan Montgomery Bursary Fund Applications Now Open

The South African Chefs Association has announced that applications for the esteemed Bryan Montgomery Bursary Fund are now open. This bursary is designed to support aspiring culinary professionals and presents an excellent opportunity to further your culinary education and career.

Thanks to the support of its generous sponsors, the South African Chefs Association offers a structured bursary fund for young trainees studying to become chefs. This fund provides financial support of R30,000 towards tuition fees for the current year of study at any SA Chefs Skills Development Provider member.

All eligible individuals are encouraged to apply and take advantage of this incredible opportunity to advance their culinary journey.

Closing date for applications: 14 February 2025

Please note that the Bryan Montgomery Bursary Fund does not award cash directly to the student; this money goes directly to the Training Provider to contribute towards the tuition fees. Funds are allocated to worthy candidates according to a formal application approval system.

Candidates applying for assistance from the Bryan Montgomery Bursary Fund must comply with the following criteria:

Be between the ages of 18 and 25.
Be in possession of a Grade 12 pass or recognised equivalent.
Be enrolled in an existing, recognised culinary training program to pursue a career in professional cookery, preference will be given to enrolment in the Occupational Qualifications, Cook and Chef.
Be or become a SA Chefs Member once enrolled at the culinary school.
The course of study must be undertaken at a SA Chefs Skills Development Provider Member institution.
The course of study should be a minimum duration of 12 months.
Be a South African citizen residing permanently in South Africa.
Submit a motivation letter to substantiate the application.
Successful candidates must be prepared to make themselves available to SA Chefs and sponsors for PR purposes.

Applications are reviewed by the Bryan Montgomery Bursary Fund selection panel, and successful candidates will be notified in writing within two months of the closing date.

The decision of the selection panel is final, and no correspondence will be entered into.

Supporting documents required: