Course Overview

About This Course

The SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery is a VET-sector qualification offered by Aboard Training Australia Pty Ltd (Aboard Training) in Melbourne. It reflects the role of commercial cooks who use a wide range of cookery skills with discretion and judgement, working with some independence under limited supervision, and who may provide operational advice and support to team members. It provides a pathway into commercial cook roles at restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes, cafeterias and coffee shops. The course is delivered face-to-face over 52 weeks (including holidays), combining classroom theory with hands-on practical work in a commercial training kitchen, and includes a work placement component.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

Level 4 213 Lonsdale St, MELBOURNE, VIC 3000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age
IELTS score of 5.5 (or equivalent) with no band below 5.0, test results no more than 2 years old
Completion of Year 12 or an equivalent high school certificate
Completion of a pre-enrolment Candidate Self-Assessment and a course entry interview to determine suitability

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Cook
Assistant Cook
Cook’s Helper
Pathway into SIT40521 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Certificate IV in Catering Operations, or Certificate IV in Patisserie

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Professional Body

Tourism, Hospitality and Events Industry Body

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units25 units

SITHKOP009

Clean kitchen premises and equipment

Core

SITHKOP010

Plan and cost recipes

Core

SITXFSA005

Use hygienic practices for food safety

Core

SITXFSA006

Participate in safe food handling practices

Core

SITXHRM007

Coach others in job skills

Core

SITXWHS005

Participate in safe work practices

Core

SITHCCC023

Use food preparation equipment

Core

SITHCCC027

Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery

Core

SITHCCC028

Prepare appetisers and salads

Core

SITHCCC029

Prepare stocks, sauces and soups

Core

SITHCCC030

Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes

Core

SITHCCC031

Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes

Core

SITHCCC035

Prepare poultry dishes

Core

SITHCCC036

Prepare meat dishes

Core

SITHCCC037

Prepare seafood dishes

Core

SITHCCC041

Produce cakes, pastries and breads

Core

SITHCCC042

Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements

Core

SITHCCC043

Work effectively as a cook

Core

SITHPAT016

Produce desserts

Core

SITXINV006

Receive, store and maintain stock

Core

BSBSUS211

Participate in sustainable work practice

Elective

SITXINV007

Purchase goods

Elective

SITHCCC038

Produce and serve food for buffets

Elective

SITHCCC040

Prepare and serve cheese

Elective

SITHCCC039

Produce pates and terrines

Elective

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery take to complete?

The course has a duration of 52 weeks, which includes a mandatory work component of 200 hours (20 hours per week over 10 weeks).

Where is the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery delivered?

The course is delivered at Level 4, 213 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, which is an arrangement with a non-registered provider in the Melbourne CBD.

How much does the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery cost?

The total estimated course cost is AUD $13,050 in tuition fees, with no additional non-tuition fees listed, making the full cost AUD $13,050.

Does this course include a work placement component?

Yes, the course includes a work component totalling 200 hours, structured as 20 hours per week over 10 weeks.

What is the CRICOS course code for the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery at Aboard Training Australia?

The CRICOS course code is 109899B, and the VET National Code is SIT30821. The CRICOS provider code for Aboard Training Australia is 03881D.

Application

How to Apply

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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!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $50,000 to $60,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $60,000 to $75,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $75,000 to $95,000 per year

Career Paths

Commis ChefDemi Chef de PartieChef de PartieSous ChefHead Chef

Key Skills

Food preparation techniques (cutting, slicing, filleting, portioning, marinating)Cooking methods (roasting, grilling, braising, steaming, sautéing, poaching)Preparation of stocks, sauces, soups, and appetisersMeat, poultry, and seafood cookeryPastry, bread, cake, and dessert production

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Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

About This Course

Available Locations

Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

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