Libstar, through Millennium Foods, is inviting suitably qualified unemployed applicants to apply for an Unemployed Learnership opportunity. The one-year programme leads to an NQF Level 3 Intermediate Occupational Certificate: Food and Beverage Packaging Operator. Successful learners will receive a monthly stipend for the full 12-month programme. The closing date for applications is 04 September 2026.
If you have Matric, are currently unemployed and are interested in building a career in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, this learnership could give you a chance to gain both classroom-based knowledge and practical workplace experience.
Finding your first job after Matric can be difficult, especially when many employers ask for previous work experience.
A learnership can help bridge that gap by giving you the chance to learn while gaining practical experience in a real workplace.
Millennium Foods is offering this 12-month learnership to unemployed individuals who want to develop skills in food and beverage packaging.
The programme combines theory and practical workplace training. This means learners will not only study the knowledge needed for the qualification but will also get experience working in a food manufacturing and packaging environment.
At the end of the programme, successful learners will work towards an NQF Level 3 Intermediate Occupational Certificate: Food and Beverage Packaging Operator.
| Job Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | Libstar / Millennium Foods |
| Opportunity | Unemployed Learnership |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Qualification | NQF Level 3 Intermediate Occupational Certificate: Food and Beverage Packaging Operator |
| Target Applicants | Unemployed individuals |
| Education | Matric Certificate |
| Stipend | Monthly stipend provided |
| Industry | Food and Beverage Manufacturing |
| Closing Date | 04 September 2026 |
| Application Email | recruitment@millenniumfoods.co.za |
The main purpose of the programme is to develop practical skills and knowledge that can be used in a food and beverage packaging environment.
Learners will be exposed to different tasks involved in preparing and assembling food products. They will also learn about quality, cleanliness, food preparation and good housekeeping practices.
The programme is designed for people who are interested in building a career in the food and beverage manufacturing industry.
Because this is a workplace-based opportunity, learners should be ready to take instructions, work with other team members and follow the required processes.
One of the main areas learners will work in is food preparation and assembly.
Learners may work with different ingredients depending on the products being prepared. These can include meat, vegetables, sauces and desserts.
Ingredients must be prepared according to the relevant product recipe and the instructions provided by the supervisor.
Some of the duties may include:
Accuracy is important because food products need to be prepared according to the correct recipe and process.
Learners will also work closely with Quality Control (QC) during the food assembly process.
Before a product is sealed, wrapped or sleeved, the learner must help ensure that it has been assembled correctly and contains all the ingredients required by the recipe.
This means paying close attention to what you are doing.
If something is missing or does not meet the required process, it needs to be brought to the attention of the relevant person.
Cleanliness is a major part of working in a food manufacturing environment.
Learners will be expected to help maintain a clean and sanitised working area.
Housekeeping duties may include:
Learners should understand that keeping the workplace clean is part of doing the job properly.
Applicants must meet the requirements listed for the opportunity.
The main requirements are:
If you are currently employed, this opportunity is not aimed at you because the vacancy specifically requires applicants to be unemployed.
The learnership is not only about qualifications. Your attitude and ability to work with other people are also important.
Millennium Foods is looking for individuals who can communicate well and work as part of a team.
You should also be able to organise your work, plan your tasks and manage more than one responsibility when needed.
The desired personal skills and qualities include:
Attention to detail is particularly useful when preparing and assembling food because ingredients need to be measured, portioned and assembled correctly.
Applicants should think carefully about the working environment before applying.
The vacancy states that successful learners must be willing and able to work shifts where required.
Food manufacturing operations may require employees and learners to work at different times, depending on operational needs.
You should therefore be comfortable with a work schedule that may not always follow normal daytime hours.
One of the benefits of the programme is that successful learners will receive a monthly stipend for the duration of the 12-month learnership.
The vacancy information provided does not state the exact amount of the monthly stipend.
The main purpose of the stipend is to support learners while they complete the programme and gain practical workplace experience.
For an unemployed Matriculant, getting workplace experience can be one of the biggest challenges when starting a career.
This learnership gives qualifying applicants the opportunity to spend 12 months developing practical skills in a food and beverage manufacturing environment while working towards an NQF Level 3 occupational certificate.
It could be particularly interesting for someone who wants to explore careers in food manufacturing, food packaging, production or related areas.
However, applicants should understand that completing a learnership does not automatically guarantee permanent employment after the programme.
Qualifying unemployed applicants who are interested in the Millennium Foods learnership are requested to submit their applications by email.
Application email: recruitment@millenniumfoods.co.za
When preparing your application, make sure your information is accurate and clearly shows that you meet the requirements.
You should highlight your Matric qualification and make it clear that you are currently unemployed. It is also useful to mention your interest in working in the food and beverage manufacturing industry.
The application deadline for the Libstar / Millennium Foods Unemployed Learnership 2026 is:
04 September 2026
Interested applicants should submit their applications before the deadline rather than waiting until the last day.
Millennium Foods also states that if you have not received a response within two weeks after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.
For unemployed job seekers with Matric who want to gain practical experience and work towards an NQF Level 3 Food and Beverage Packaging Operator qualification, this 12-month learnership is an opportunity worth considering before applications close.
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