Certificate IV in Kitchen Management
Course Overview
This qualification reflects 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.
Course Structure
To be awarded this qualification students must successfully complete the following units of competency:
SITHCCC023 Use food preparation equipment
SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITHCCC029 Prepare stocks, sauces and soups
SITHCCC030 Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes
SITHCCC031 Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes
SITHCCC035 Prepare poultry dishes
SITHCCC036 Prepare meat dishes
SITHCCC037 Prepare seafood dishes
SITHCCC041 Produce cakes, pastries and breads
SITHCCC042 Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
SITHCCC043 Work effectively as a cook
SITHKOP010 Plan and cost recipes
SITHKOP012 Develop recipes for special dietary requirements
SITHKOP013 Plan cooking operations
SITHKOP015 Design and cost menus
SITHPAT016 Produce desserts
SITXCOM010 Manage conflict
SITXFIN009 Manage finances within a budget
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices
SITXFSA008 Develop and implement a food safety program
SITXHRM008 Roster staff
SITXHRM009 Lead and manage people
SITXINV006 Receive, store and maintain stock
SITXMGT004 Monitor work operations (Core)
SITXWHS007 Implement and monitor work health and safety practices
Electives:
SITHCCC038 Produce and serve food for buffets
SITHCCC040 Prepare and serve cheese
SITHCCC044 Prepare specialised food items
BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices
SITHKOP009 Clean kitchen premises and equipment
SITXINV007 Purchase goods
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age to Apply | Applicants must be 18 years of age or older |
| Academic Entry Requirements | Satisfactory completion of studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 10 qualification is required for entry into this course. Students must successfully complete a LLN test to confirm the ability to effectively undertake the course. |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | An IELTS score of 5.5 (or equivalent English language testing score) is required for international students entering into this program |
Career Opportunities
This qualification provides a pathway to possible job roles such as:
- chef
- chef de partie