Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Entry Requirements

All overseas students entering this qualification must have an English Language proficiency level of one of the below:

• IELTS band score of 5.5 (Academic or general version) or equivalent internationally recognised exam result, or
• IELTS band score of 5.0 (Academic or general version) then Satisfactory completion of ELICOS or ESL up to 20 weeks at upper intermediate level or
• Upper Intermediate (General English) or higher certificate from a CRICOS registered English language training provider
• In the 2 years before commencing the course, has completed secondary studies equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification from an English language speaking country.
• In the 2 years before commencing the course, has completed, in Australia and in the English language, either the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or a substantial component of a course leading to a qualification from the Australian Qualifications Framework at the Certificate III or higher level.

Course Details

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge to become job ready as a commercial cook. This course provides hands on experience in commercial kitchen operations as required by the hospitality industry. Students will learn to prepare and cook meats, poultry, seafood, deserts, breads and pastries as well as a range of operational skills such as receiving and storing stock and cost-effective menu planning. This course is an ideal pathway into entry level employment in commercial cookery.

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QUALIFICATIONS
On successfully completing this course, graduates will receive the nationally recognised

SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

DURATION
The duration of this course is 52 weeks, including a 40week classroom/online/Practical kitchen learning,10 weeks of work placement, 2 weeks breaks.

STUDY MODE
Face to face classroom, Practical training and assessment in commercial kitchen and 200 hours of Work-based Training arranged by the Institute.

WORK BASED TRAINING
This course includes work-based training of a minimum of 200 hours/10 weeks. During work-based training, students will be able to practice their skills and knowledge in real workplace settings. This will assist students to be job-ready at graduation.

JOB PROSPECTS
Completion of this qualification contributes to recognition as a trade cook in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, cafes, and coffee shops.

PATHWAYS
Students exiting this qualification may choose to progress with further studies by undertaking one or more of the following qualifications:

SIT40516 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
A range of other qualifications at Certificate IV level.

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