Hospitality & Culinary Training School
Where hospitality careers bloom.
Hands-on diploma, certificate, short and junior courses — taught in working kitchens, restaurants and guest rooms by people who have run them.
“Good hospitality is learned with your hands, then perfected with your heart.”
About Bloomiva
Training the people who make a guest feel at home.
Bloomiva is a hospitality training school built around one idea: the best way to learn service is to practise it. Every course — from a two-hour hygiene refresher to a full diploma — happens in real working spaces: production kitchens, a pastry lab, a training restaurant and bar, and model guest rooms.
We welcome school leavers starting a career, working professionals sharpening their craft, businesses upskilling their teams, and young learners discovering the joy of cooking.
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Learn by doing
Most of your time is spent at the bench, the pass, the bar or the bedside — not in a lecture hall.
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Industry-led teaching
Chefs, sommeliers and hoteliers teach the standards they use every day.
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Ready for work
Grooming, guest care and food-safety habits are built into every programme.
Courses
Find the course that fits where you are.
Four pathways, from professional diplomas to fun, hands-on classes for children.
Diploma Courses
In-depth professional programmes for school leavers and career changers who want to lead in kitchens, restaurants, bars and hotels.
Apply for a diploma- 01
Culinary Arts – Food Production
Classical and modern cooking techniques, kitchen organisation, menu planning and costing.
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Culinary Arts – Patisserie (Pastry)
Breads, viennoiserie, cakes, desserts, chocolate and sugar work.
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Food and Beverage Management
Restaurant operations, service styles, cost control, supervision and guest experience.
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Wine, Spirits and Beverage Management
Wine regions and tasting, spirits, mixology, beverage pairing and bar management.
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Rooms Division Management
Front office, housekeeping, reservations, revenue basics and leading accommodation teams.
Certificate Courses
Focused, practical certificates that get you job-ready in a specific hospitality role — or add a new skill to your CV.
Apply for a certificate- 01
Food Production Principles
Knife skills, stocks and sauces, cooking methods and kitchen workflow.
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Food Safety
Safe handling, storage, temperature control, cleaning and HACCP principles.
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Housekeeping
Room servicing, public areas, cleaning chemicals and inspection standards.
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Laundry
Linen care, fabric treatment, stain removal and laundry operations.
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Reception
Check-in and check-out, reservations, telephone etiquette and guest relations.
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Portrage / Concierge
Luggage handling, guest assistance, local knowledge and first impressions.
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Food and Beverage Service
Table setting, order taking, silver and plated service, and beverage service.
Short / Leisure Courses
Compact classes for staff teams, food entrepreneurs and enthusiasts. Book as an individual or as a group.
Book a short course- 01
Food and Beverage Safety
The essentials of safe food and drink handling for any team.
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Hygiene Policies and Procedures
Writing, applying and auditing hygiene standards in your workplace.
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Food Production
Hands-on cooking sessions, from everyday dishes to entertaining menus.
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Baking and Pastry Arts
Breads, cakes, pastries and decorating — for home bakers and small businesses.
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Beverages and Cocktails
Coffee, mocktails and classic cocktails, with bar technique and presentation.
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Customised Course
Tell us what your team or event needs and we will design a session around it.
Junior School Courses
Safe, playful kitchen classes that teach children healthy habits and the confidence to cook — ideal for holidays and school groups.
Enrol a junior chef- 01
Healthy Eating Habits and Hygienic Practices
Food groups, balanced plates, handwashing and kitchen safety — made fun.
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Food Production and Pastry Arts
Simple recipes, measuring and mixing, baking and decorating treats to take home.
Beyond the classroom
Other services we offer.
Support for hotels, restaurants, lodges and caterers — alongside our courses.
Corporate staff training
On-site or in-house programmes for hotels, restaurants and lodges, built around your service standards.
Hospitality consultancy
Kitchen set-up, menu development, SOPs and service audits for new and growing businesses.
Food safety audits
Hygiene inspections and practical action plans to keep your kitchen compliant.
Placement & recruitment
Connecting trained Bloomiva graduates with employers looking for reliable talent.
Events & masterclasses
Team-building cook-offs, tasting evenings and private masterclasses.
Kitchen & venue hire
Hire our training kitchens and restaurant for shoots, pop-ups and private functions.
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Life at Bloomiva.
Admissions
Four steps to your first day.
Intakes run throughout the year. Short and junior courses can be booked at any time.
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Choose a course
Browse our pathways or talk to an advisor about the best fit.
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Apply online
Send the short form below with your details and preferred intake.
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Meet the team
Diploma and certificate applicants attend a friendly interview and kitchen or service tour.
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Enrol & get kitted
Confirm your place, pay your deposit and collect your uniform and toolkit.
What you’ll need
- Diploma
- Completed secondary school (O-Level or equivalent), certified ID copy, passport photo.
- Certificate
- Basic literacy and numeracy, ID copy. Work experience welcome but not required.
- Short / Leisure
- No entry requirements — just book a date. Group rates for companies.
- Junior School
- Ages 6–14, parent or guardian consent form, allergy information.
Questions? Call +263 00 000 0000 or email admissions@bloomiva.co.zw