CRICOS Code : 115090D
Qualification Description
AQF Level : Level 4
This qualification reflects the role of chefs and cooks who have a supervisory or team leading role in the kitchen. They operate independently or with limited guidance from others and use discretion to solve non-routine problems.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes and coffee shops, or to run a small business in these sectors.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
Please refer to the following link for the further information.



Education Pathways
Units of Competency
6 elective units, consisting of:
- 3 units from Group A below
- 3 units from the electives listed below or from any current endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
| NO | Unit Code | Unit Title | Core (C) Elective (E) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | C |
| 2 | SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | C |
| 3 | SITHCCC027* | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery | C |
| 4 | SITHCCC023* | Use food preparation equipment | C |
| 5 | SITHCCC028* | Prepare appetisers and salads | C |
| 6 | SITHCCC029* | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups | C |
| 7 | SITHCCC030* | Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes | C |
| 8 | SITHCCC031* | Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes | C |
| 9 | SITHCCC035* | Prepare poultry dishes | C |
| 10 | SITHCCC037* | Prepare seafood dishes | C |
| 11 | SITHCCC036* | Prepare meat dishes | C |
| 12 | SITHCCC042* | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements | C |
| 13 | SITHCCC041* | Produce cakes, pastries and breads | C |
| 14 | SITHCCC043* | Work effectively as a cook | C |
| 15 | SITHKOP010* | Plan and cost recipes | C |
| 16 | SITHPAT016* | Produce desserts | C |
| 17 | SITXINV006 | Receive, store and maintain stock | C |
| 18 | SITHCCC040* | PREPARE AND SERVE CHEESE | E |
| 19 | SITHCCC039* | Produce pates and terrines | E |
| 20 | BSBSUS211 | PARTICIPATE IN SUSTAINABLE WORK PRACTICE | E |
| 21 | SITXINV007 | PURCHASE GOODS | E |
| 22 | SITHCCC038* | Produce and serve food for buffets | E |
| 23 | SITHKOP012* | Develop recipes for special dietary requirements | C |
| 24 | SITHKOP013* | Plan cooking operations | C |
| 25 | SITHKOP015* | Design and cost menus | C |
| 26 | SITXCOM010 | Manage conflict | C |
| 27 | SITXFIN009 | Manage finances within a budget | C |
| 28 | SITXFSA008* | Develop and implement a food safety program | C |
| 29 | SITXHRM008 | Roster staff | C |
| 30 | SITXHRM009 | Lead and manage people | C |
| 31 | SITXMGT004 | Monitor work operations | C |
| 32 | SITXWHS007 | Implement and monitor work health and safety practice | C |
| 33 | BSBCMM411 | Make presentations | E |
Duration
- 68 weeks of delivery is inclusive of 6 weeks holiday breaks and 10 weeks of placement.
- Classroom sessions of 20 hours per week.
Work-Based Training (WBT)
- You are required to undertake 20 hours of study per week and participate in 20 hours of work placement per week until all required 192 hours are completed.
- It is mandatory to complete your work placement hours at least one week prior to course completion.
- Students can also complete their work placement during holiday weeks.
- For more details of the unit SITHCCC043 Work effectively as a cook requirements please visit this link.
Mode of Delivery
Fees
Campus Location
Main Campus: Unit 8, Level 1, 1 Watton Street, Werribee, VIC, 3030
Training Kitchen: Shop 16-18, 47 Paisley Street, Footscray, VIC, 3011
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirement
English Requirement
| IELTS (General or Academic) overall | PTE Academic | TOEFL PB | TOEFL IBT | CAE Scale | ELICOS (General English) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 50-58 | 547-587 | 78-82 | 169-175 | n/a |
| 5.5 | 46 | 506 | 62 | 162 | + 15 weeks |
| 5.0 | 38 | 478 | 51 | 154 | + 30 weeks |
| 4.5 | 30 | 450 | 40 | 146 | + 45 weeks |
OR
2. Evidence that they have studied in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States
OR
3. Evidence that, within two years of their application date, they have successfully completed in Australia a foundation course or a senior secondary certificate of education or successfully completed substantial components (50% or more units according to the training package) of a Certificate III or higher-level qualification, from the Australian Qualifications Framework on a student visa.
OR
4. Applicants originating from student visa assessment levels 1 and 2 countries without the required IELTS, or equivalent score must undertake the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) and Digital (D) literacy test. For further information on student visa assessment levels visit Department of Home Affairs’ website at www.homeaffairs.gov.au.</a href>
OR
5. Applicants must undertake English Placement Test on campus
Age Requirement
Applicants must be 18 years or older.
Additionally, the learner is required to
Onshore International Students
Complete the Pre-Training Review prior to enrolment which aims to identify training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the course to learner and relevant experience
Offshore International Students
Complete the Pre-Training Review prior to enrolment which aims to identify training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the course to learner and relevant experience. This will be conducted either via video call (e.g. Skype) or phone call with the prospective learner.
Other Requirement
- Students are required to invest on approximately 5 hours a week of guided learning during the training weeks and does not include the term breaks.
- Computer/Laptop Requirement: Assessment tasks may require access to a computer and the Internet, so it is recommended that students bring their laptops for class sessions.
Employment Pathways
- Chef de Partie,
- Chef