Limpopo Department of Education Food Service Worker Vacancies 2026 โ 56 Posts Available
The Limpopo Department of Education is inviting suitably qualified applicants to apply for 56 permanent Food Service Worker vacancies within the Directorate: Special Schools and Inclusive Education. These positions are available at various Special Schools across Limpopo Province.
Successful candidates will assist with the preparation, cooking and serving of nutritious meals to learners residing in Special School hostels, while ensuring high standards of hygiene and food safety.
Employer: Limpopo Department of Education
Directorate: Special Schools and Inclusive Education
Position: Food Service Worker
Post Status: Permanent
Total Posts: 56
Salary Level: 02
Salary: R144 024 per annum
Salary Range: R144 024 โ R169 656 per annum
Available Food Service Worker Posts
| Centre | District | Reference Number | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yingisani School for the Deaf | Mopani West | LDoE 804/06/2026 | 2 |
| Letaba Special School | Mopani West | LDoE 805/06/2026 | 2 |
| Rivoni School for the Blind | Vhembe West | LDoE 806/06/2026 | 2 |
| Tshilwavhusiku Razwimisani Special School | Vhembe West | LDoE 807/06/2026 | 2 |
| Tshilidzini Special School | Vhembe East | LDoE 808/06/2026 | 2 |
| Grace and Love Special School | Vhembe East | LDoE 809/06/2026 | 1 |
| Fulufhelo Special School | Vhembe East | LDoE 810/06/2026 | 2 |
| Phatlhapadima Special School | Capricorn North | LDoE 811/06/2026 | 2 |
| Rethuseng Special School | Capricorn North | LDoE 812/06/2026 | 2 |
| Botlokwa Special School | Capricorn North | LDoE 813/06/2026 | 2 |
| Helene Franz Special School | Capricorn North | LDoE 814/06/2026 | 2 |
| Ratanang Special School | Capricorn North | LDoE 815/06/2026 | 2 |
| Grace and Hope Special School | Capricorn South | LDoE 816/06/2026 | 2 |
| Benedict and Hope Special School | Capricorn South | LDoE 817/06/2026 | 2 |
| Bana ba Thari Special School | Capricorn South | LDoE 818/06/2026 | 2 |
| General Piet Joubert Special School | Capricorn South | LDoE 819/06/2026 | 2 |
| Mahlasedi Special School | Capricorn South | LDoE 820/06/2026 | 2 |
| Siloe School for the Blind | Capricorn South | LDoE 821/06/2026 | 2 |
| New Horizon Special School | Capricorn South | LDoE 822/06/2026 | 2 |
| Tsoga-O-Itirele Special School | Capricorn South | LDoE 823/06/2026 | 1 |
| Setotolwane LSEN School | Capricorn South | LDoE 824/06/2026 | 1 |
| Lebone Special School | Mogalakwena | LDoE 825/06/2026 | 1 |
| Nthabiseng Special School | Mopani East | LDoE 826/06/2026 | 1 |
| Pfunanani Special School | Mopani East | LDoE 827/06/2026 | 2 |
| Ramokgwakgwa Special School | Mopani East | LDoE 828/06/2026 | 1 |
| Bosele School for the Blind | Sekhukhune South | LDoE 829/06/2026 | 2 |
| Asiphumelele Special School | Sekhukhune South | LDoE 830/06/2026 | 1 |
| Ipelegeng Special School | Sekhukhune South | LDoE 831/06/2026 | 1 |
| Matobule Special School | Sekhukhune South | LDoE 832/06/2026 | 1 |
| Rehlahleng Special School | Sekhukhune East | LDoE 833/06/2026 | 1 |
| Jane Furse Special School | Sekhukhune East | LDoE 834/06/2026 | 2 |
| Thusanang Special School | Waterberg | LDoE 835/06/2026 | 1 |
| Susan Strydom Special School | Waterberg | LDoE 836/06/2026 | 1 |
| Sedibeng Special School | Waterberg | LDoE 837/06/2026 | 1 |
Total Posts: 56
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 10 certificate or an equivalent qualification.
- Experience in food preparation, catering, hospitality or institutional kitchens will be an added advantage.
- Basic knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
- Ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays where required.
Competencies
Applicants should possess:
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of food preparation and kitchen hygiene.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Teamwork skills.
- Time management skills.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Good organisational skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for:
- Assisting with the preparation and cooking of meals for learners.
- Serving meals according to approved menus and portion sizes.
- Washing dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment.
- Cleaning kitchens, dining halls, food preparation areas and storerooms.
- Receiving, storing and rotating food supplies correctly.
- Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in accordance with health regulations.
- Assisting with stock control and reporting shortages.
- Safely operating kitchen equipment.
- Disposing of kitchen waste appropriately.
- Performing any other lawful duties assigned by the School Principal, Hostel Supervisor or Kitchen Supervisor.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted directly through the employer’s official recruitment platform before the closing date.
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