(SIT40516) Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Course Overview

The Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery is part of the Commercial Cookery 2 year Pathway.

Our exceptional Cookery pathway offers a combination of theoretical and practical training, in a fully operational commercial kitchen. This qualification demonstrates diverse skills and knowledge in Hospitality and Cookery Management. Our course focuses on a simulated workplace experience and is delivered by highly qualified teachers.

Further study options include the Diploma of Hospitality – Advanced units in the Diploma include: finance, sustainability and managing human resources.

Career Opportunities

This qualification provides the skills and the knowledge for an individual to be competent as a qualified cook. Work could be undertaken in various hospitality enterprises where food is prepared and served. Employment opportunities exist with small businesses, larger hotels, restaurants, cafes, hospitals, commercial catering operations, and event caterers in the following areas:

• Professional Cook /Chef
• Food and Beverage Manager
• Catering Manager
• Restaurant Owner /Operator

Course Structure

Students will train alongside highly experienced professional chefs in TasTAFE’s fully equipped kitchens.

To achieve a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, 33 units must be successfully completed:

26 Core Units

BSBDIV501	Manage diversity in the workplace
BSBSUS401	Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
SITHCCC001	Use food preparation equipment
SITHCCC005	Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITHCCC006	Prepare appetisers and salads
SITHCCC007	Prepare stocks, sauces and soups
SITHCCC008	Prepare vegetable, fruit, egg and farinaceous dishes
SITHCCC012	Prepare poultry dishes
SITHCCC013	Prepare seafood dishes
SITHCCC014	Prepare meat dishes
SITHCCC018	Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
SITHCCC019	Produce cakes, pastries and breads
SITHCCC020	Work effectively as a cook
SITHKOP002	Plan and cost basic menus
SITHKOP004	Develop menus for special dietary requirements
SITHKOP005	Coordinate cooking operations
SITHPAT006	Produce desserts
SITXCOM005	Manage conflict
SITXFIN003	Manage finances within a budget
SITXFSA001	Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITXFSA002	Participate in safe food handling practices
SITXHRM001	Coach others in job skills
SITXHRM003	Lead and manage people
SITXINV002	Maintain the quality of perishable items
SITXMGT001	Monitor work operations
SITXWHS003	Implement and monitor work health and safety practices

7 Elective Units

Electives may vary from region to region, contact GETI Tasmania for a full list of electives.

Entry Requirements

• Pre-requisites: Must have completed Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• IELTS 5.5 General Training (no band less than 5.0) or equivalent
• Completion of Australian Year 12 (or equivalent)
• Aged 18 years and over

Recognition of Prior Learning

At TasTAFE we believe that the things you already know how to do should be formally recognised.

Regardless of how, when or where the learning occurred, you may be eligible to apply for recognition of your skills and experience.  When you apply to attend TasTAFE you can ask for recognition of:

• schooling
• formal/informal learning
• life experience
• employment/work experience.

You may also be able to apply for credit transfer for units/modules that you have completed previously at another training organisation.

It is also possible to apply for credit for TasTAFE subjects if you decide to study at university.

Disclaimer

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