Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Provider:
Course Code:
SIT40516
CRICOS Code:
NA
Qualification Level:
Certificate
Course Area:
Food, Hospitality and Personal Services
Duration:
18-Month
Study Mode:
Full Time
Location:
Kangaroo Point
Course Fee:
$22,750 Per Course
Delivery Mode:
On Campus
Target:
International
Intake:
Quarterly

Course Overview

The aim of this qualification is to provide students with hospitality skills relevant to the role of commercial 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, cafes and coffee shops, or to run a small business in these sectors. Possible job titles include chef or chef de partie.

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. It is suitable for an Australian Traineeship/Apprenticeship pathway, school based, part-time and/or full-time study. Credit may be granted towards this qualification if the student has completed a previous qualification from the SIT Training Package or other relevant units or qualifications.

Axial’s qualified trainers will support students to understand all theoretical and practical aspects of this course to support their success in industry.

Course Structure

Code Title Core / Elective

SITXFSA001 Use hygienic practices for food safety C

SITXFSA002 Participate in safe food handling practices C

SITXWHS003 Implement and monitor work health and safety practices C

SITHCCC001 Use food preparation equipment C

SITHKOP001 Clean kitchen premises and equipment E

SITXINV001 Receive and store stock E

SITXINV002 Maintain the quality of perishable items C

SITHCCC005 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery C

SITHCCC020* Work effectively as a cook C

SITHKOP005* Coordinate cooking operations C

SITHCCC007 Prepare stocks, sauces and soups C

SITHCCC006 Prepare appetisers and salads C

SITHCCC008 Prepare vegetable, fruit, egg and farinaceous dishes C

SITHCCC014 Prepare meat dishes C

SITHCCC012 Prepare poultry dishes C

SITHCCC013 Prepare seafood dishes C

SITHPAT006 Produce desserts C

SITHCCC019 Produce cakes, pastries and breads C

SITHIND002 Source and use information on the hospitality industry E

SITHKOP002 Plan and cost basic menus C

SITHCCC018 Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements C

SITHKOP004 Develop menus for special dietary requirements C

SITHFAB005 Prepare and serve espresso coffee E

SITHFAB002 Provide responsible service of alcohol E

SITXCCS006 Provide service to customers E

SITXHRM001 Coach others in job skills C

SITXCOM005 Manage conflict C

SITXFIN003 Manage finances within a budget C

SITXHRM002 Roster staff E

SITXMGT001 Monitor work operations C

BSBSUS401 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices C

SITXHRM003 Lead and manage people C

BSBDIV501 Manage diversity in the workplace C


Entry Requirement

Admission Requirements
Minimum Age to Apply
You will need to be at least 16 years old.
If you are under 18 your enrolment form
will need to be signed by a parent or
guardian.
Academic Entry Requirements Students must complete Year 12 or equivalent.
Language Requirement
IELTS Score (Minimum) (a) Overall band score 5.5; or
(b) Overall band score 5 if packaged with at
least 10 weeks’ ELICOS; or
(c) Overall band score of 4.5 if packaged
with at least 20 weeks’ ELICOS
TOEFL-IBT Score (Minimum) (a) 46; or
(b) 35, if packaged with at least 10 weeks’
ELICOS ; or
(c) 32, if packaged with at least 20 weeks’
ELICOS. 
PTE Score (Minimum) (a) 42; or
(b) 36, if packaged with at least 10 weeks’
ELICOS; or
(c) 30, if packaged with at least 20 weeks’
ELICOS. 
CAE Score (Minimum) (a) 162; or
(b) 154, if packaged with at least 10 weeks’
ELICOS; or
(c) 147, if packaged with at least 20 weeks’
ELICOS.  
OET Score A score of at least B for each test component
of the OET. 

Career Opportunities

bar attendant.

café attendant.

catering assistant.

food and beverage attendant.

front office assistant.

porter.

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