SIT40516 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery~

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Next intake Ongoing 2023

LocationsGeelong City Campus

ApprenticeshipFull-time: 4 yrs

Course description

Are you an experienced industry professional looking for more than a standard cook’s qualification or dreaming of managing a professional kitchen? This course will equip you with the skills for both!

You will learn all facets of organising a professional kitchen, including selection, preparation, executing and cooking different menus and techniques. You will cover hygiene and safety procedures, staffing, environmental considerations, seasonal produce, quality control, stock control, bulk cooking, catering revenue and costs, finance, leadership, management and human resources. You will also have the opportunity to practice the skills learnt to run a series of live events both on campus and externally. You will take part in local foraging excursions, meet with primary producers and local business owners and learn from our highly skilled industry professionals.

~ This course is in transition.

The course code, title, units and content may change in future. Further information will be provided on The Gordon website, upon enrolment and/or during the course of your training.

Possible career outcomes

Head chef
Catering manager
Chef de Partie
Sous chef

Apprentices

We can vary this course to suit apprentices to incorporate components of your workplace experience. However, you must attend scheduled class time to complete this qualification.

Wondering if this industry will suit you?

We have created a very short course quiz to help you gain a little more understanding of what is required and whether you might enjoy a role in this industry. Take the quiz here.

Applications & attendance

Apprenticeship and traineeship applicants

To become an apprentice or trainee, you will first need to find an employer willing to employ you. An Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Provider can assist you with this and will also start your application and enrolment process. Find a local provider here

2023 Ongoing
Geelong City Campus Open: 1 Aug 2022
Close: 15 Dec 2023 Class DayTimetable supplied once admitted
Apprenticeship:Full-time: 4 yrs

Students may need to complete some self-paced learning and assessment activities outside class time. This will be different for each course and will depend on a student’s level of skill and experience.

Class days and times in the above table are indicative. Prior to course commencement, changes may be necessary. Follow the link for more information on Attendance mode definitions. When you submit your application, please make sure you answer all the questions. Only successful applicants with complete applications will receive an offer. We issue offers as soon as possible. Follow the link for more information on Offer timing.

Many courses have limited places and high demand. We may close an intake before the date above. We recommend you apply early. If student numbers are insufficient we may cancel an intake or a course.

Entrance requirements

Applicants are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 11 or Year 12 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3.

Applicants must hold Certificate III Commercial Cookery or Patisserie or significant work experience in the field.

You must reside in Victoria to access Victorian Government Subsidised Fees and any incentive such as Free TAFE. Full fees apply to all non-Victorian residents.

Apprenticeship and traineeship requirements

Apprenticeship and traineeship applicants must be currently employed under a training contract and referred by their employer.

Pre-training review

Each student must complete a pre-training review as part of their application. The outcome of your pre-training review assists our teachers and trainers to better understand your capabilities prior to training and enables you to be matched to the right program. Your literacy and numeracy skills will be evaluated and you may be required to undertake a separate assessment. Follow this link for more information about literacy and numeracy skills .

In order to prepare for your LLN, you may wish to attempt some practise tests in which you will find similar questions (with solutions too). These practice tests are not VSL approved but may be similar in question type and level of difficulty to what may be asked in the VSL approved LLN. Click here for practice tests. Please note, the VSL approved LLN cannot be resat within 3 months of undertaking it.

Personal Learning Requirements

There are personal learning requirements for each qualification at The Gordon. These are essential personal capabilities and skills required to successfully complete the course and be ready to work in the industry.

Please review the requirements here and consider any challenges you may have in meeting them. When applying for your course, please let us know what support you may need.

Units & assessments

Coach others in job skills SITXHRM001 20

Coordinate cooking operations SITHKOP005 100

Develop menus for special dietary requirements SITHKOP004 15

Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices BSBSUS401 40

Implement and monitor work health and safety practices SITXWHS003 30

Lead and manage people SITXHRM003 60

Maintain the quality of perishable items SITXINV002 10

Manage conflict SITXCOM005 20

Manage diversity in the workplace BSBDIV501 60

Manage finances within a budget SITXFIN003 30

Monitor work operations SITXMGT001 20

Participate in safe food handling practices SITXFSA002 40

Plan and cost basic menus SITHKOP002 30

Prepare appetisers and salads SITHCCC006 25

Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery SITHCCC005 45

Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements SITHCCC018 75

Prepare meat dishes SITHCCC014 50

Prepare poultry dishes SITHCCC012 25

Prepare seafood dishes SITHCCC013 30

Prepare stocks sauces and soups SITHCCC007 35

Prepare vegetable fruit eggs and farinaceous dishes SITHCCC008 45

Produce cakes pastries and breads SITHCCC019 40

Produce desserts SITHPAT006 100

Use food preparation equipment SITHCCC001 25

Use hygienic practices for food safety SITXFSA001 15

Work effectively as a cook SITHCCC020 80

Clean kitchen premises and equipment SITHKOP009 13

Develop and implement a food safety program SITXFSA004 50

Package prepared foodstuffs SITHCCC004 15

Participate in safe work practices SITXWHS005 12

Prepare and present sandwiches SITHCCC025 10

Prepare specialised food items SITHCCC021 60

Show social and cultural sensitivity SITXCOM007 20

Use hygienic practices for food safety SITXFSA005 15

Please note that the listed electives are delivered by The Gordon but you may not need to complete all of these units to successfully complete this qualification. If you have previously completed any of the units of competency relevant to this course, you may be eligible for Credit Transfer (CT). Any previous relevant experience may qualify you for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Find out more about CT or RPL here.

Assessment is based on:

Hands-on projects
Workplace tasks
Written assignments

Fees

Concession Tuition AUD $0.59 per hour 460 AUD $271.00 AUD $20,228.00

Standard Tuition AUD $2.96 per hour 460 AUD $1,362.00 AUD $20,228.00

Full Fee Tuition AUD $18.68 per hour 460 AUD $8,593.00

Add the costs below to your relevant tuition fee

Materials AUD $215.00 once

Excursions AUD $100.00

Education Levy AUD $69.00

Equipment Levy AUD $40.00 Once

All fees and charges are correct at time of publication but may change without notice. The student tuition fees are indicative only. Additional fees may apply. Where GST is applicable to any courses or materials, the fee displayed is inclusive of the GST.

Which fee will I pay?

Your fees will be charged according to your eligibility for government funding. For more information, visit our Fees & Payments pages.

Fee help and student loans

Payment plans may be available for eligible students who need assistance to manage their fee payments.

Further study options

Many Gordon courses offer pathways to higher qualifications within The Gordon and in some cases, to university degrees. Your Gordon course may provide credit points which could reduce further study time. Follow the link to find more information about pathways, or contact Customer Service.

Date published: 20/11/2023 4:14:13 PM
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