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12 months full time / 18 months part time
On-campus — Interactive learning in a face-to-face environment. Classes will be held at a Melbourne Polytechnic campus or partner institute.
Full time / Part time
February | July
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
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
Participate in sustainable work practices
Elective
Provide First Aid
Elective
Use food preparation equipment
Core
Prepare and present sandwiches
Elective
Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
Core
Prepare appetisers and salads
Core
Prepare stocks, sauces and soups
Core
Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes
Core
Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes
Core
Produce cook-chill and cook-freeze foods
Elective
Prepare poultry dishes
Core
Prepare meat dishes
Core
Prepare seafood dishes
Core
Prepare and serve cheese
Elective
Produce cakes, pastries and breads
Core
Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
Core
Work effectively as a cook
Core
Clean kitchen premises and equipment
Core
Plan and cost recipes
Core
Produce desserts
Core
Use hygienic practices for food safety
Core
Participate in safe food handling practices
Core
Coach others in job skills
Core
Receive, store and maintain stock
Core
Participate in safe work practices
Core
Common Questions
Yes, this course is listed as a Free TAFE course. Eligible students pay $0 in tuition fees, a materials fee of $304, and a maximum annual amenities fee of $260, bringing the total payable to $564. Free TAFE places are limited, so it is recommended you call 1300 635 276 to confirm availability. Note that Free TAFE covers tuition fees for only one course in a lifetime.
Once you've successfully completed the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery SIT30821, you can move into the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management SIT40521. Further study could then lead you to the Bachelor of Hospitality Management at Melbourne Polytechnic.
This is the non-apprenticeship version of the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery. Melbourne Polytechnic also offers an apprenticeship version of the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery SIT30821 for those who prefer to combine work and study in a formal apprenticeship arrangement. You can learn more about the apprenticeship version on Melbourne Polytechnic's website.
Melbourne Polytechnic uses various forms of assessment in this course, including practical assessment, assignments, classwork, and direct observation.
You will have the opportunity to train in Melbourne Polytechnic's state-of-the-art kitchen facilities and perfect your meals on many of the same benchtops used regularly by television shows such as Masterchef and The Great Australian Bake Off, all under the mentorship of experienced chefs.
Application
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Step 01
Enquire
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Step 02
Submit Documents
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Step 03
Get Enrolled
Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!
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