ABOUT US

The Food and Beverage Institute (FBI), now a national brand, was formed in 2004/5 by chefs Kevin Gericke and Lesley Jacobs, both internationally acclaimed
in their respective fields.

Under the guidance of the FBI Bloemfontein, many more sub-centres and
joint venture branches have been formed.  Legend Hospitality School(Pretoria),
FBI School of Pastry (Johannesburg),
Sondela Academy(Bela-Bela), Butlers Hotel School (Kimberley) are all linked academically and quality controlled by the FBI Head office in Bloemfontein. 

As an accredited City & Guilds International training and examination centre, (centre number, 843 284) the FBI has trained many students who have excelled and are now running their own kitchen and food and beverage outlets both nationally and abroad.

Our syllabus is all encompassing of the industry and is testament to the experience and skills of the staff and lecturers.  Students are trained
‘hands-on’ in both practical lectures and actual real life functions to prepare
them for the amazing international hospitality arena.