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2026: Hamilton – Feb, Jul; Ourimbah – Feb, Jul; Port Macquarie – Feb; Wollongong – Feb, Jul | 2027: Hamilton – Feb, Jul; Ourimbah – Jul; Wollongbar – Feb; Wollongong – Feb, Jul
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Hamilton, NSW
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Professional Body
Tourism, Hospitality and Events Industry Body
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)
Course Content
Use food preparation equipment
Core unit
Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
Core unit
Prepare appetisers and salads
Core unit
Prepare stocks, sauces and soups
Core unit
Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes
Core unit
Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes
Core unit
Prepare poultry dishes
Core unit
Prepare meat dishes
Core unit
Prepare seafood dishes
Core unit
Produce cakes, pastries and breads
Core unit
Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
Core unit
Work effectively as a cook
Core unit
Clean kitchen premises and equipment
Core unit
Plan and cost recipes
Core unit
Produce desserts
Core unit
Use hygienic practices for food safety
Core unit
Participate in safe food handling practices
Core unit
Coach others in job skills
Core unit
Receive, store and maintain stock
Core unit
Participate in safe work practices
Core unit
Package prepared foodstuffs
Specialty/elective unit
Prepare and serve cheese
Specialty/elective unit
Prepare specialised food items
Specialty/elective unit
Produce pates and terrines
Specialty/elective unit
Provide first aid
Specialty/elective unit
Prepare and present sandwiches
Specialty/elective unit
Participate in sustainable work practices
Specialty/elective unit
Provide service to customers
Specialty/elective unit
Produce and serve food for buffets
Specialty/elective unit
Show social and cultural sensitivity
Specialty/elective unit
Common Questions
The course duration is 1 year. The course fee for international students is $20,400 - $21,420 AUD. Additional costs for uniforms, equipment, textbooks and materials (if applicable) range from $300 - $1,000 AUD per course.
The course code is SIT30821 and the CRICOS Code is 109770H.
This qualification could help you prepare for roles like: Commercial Cook and Chef.
Yes. You can build your expertise with a TAFE NSW hospitality study pathway such as Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or Certificate IV in Patisserie. At TAFE NSW Wollongong you can apply for a package of Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (1 year) and Diploma of Hospitality Management (1 year) with a package duration of 2 years. TAFE NSW also has partnerships with a number of Australian universities offering guaranteed entry and credit transfer to eligible students.
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations including: TAFE NSW Disability Support Service, TAFE NSW Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) support, TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling, and Pathways Service, Smarthinking – online access to a tutor, and LinkedIn Learning – an online resource that offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills.
Application
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Step 02
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Step 03
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