Course Overview

About This Course

The Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (SIT30821) is a vocational qualification offered by AUSTRA COLLEGE (Adelaide College of Technical Education) in the field of Food and Hospitality. This course provides students with the skills and knowledge required to work as a qualified cook in a commercial kitchen environment. It is delivered across multiple locations in Australia including Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

133 Parramatta Rd, Granville NSW 2142Valentine Sports Park Cafe, NSWLevel 3, 90 King William St, Adelaide SA 5000343 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000Unit 8, 440 William St, Perth WA 6000GRANVILLEADELAIDEMELBOURNEPERTH

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

No specific entry requirements listed on this page.
Course language: English.
This is not a Foundation Studies course.
No work component is required.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Professional Body

Tourism, Hospitality and Events Industry Body

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total cost of the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery at AUSTRA COLLEGE?

The estimated total course cost is $17,500 AUD, which comprises a tuition fee of $15,500 AUD and a non-tuition fee of $2,000 AUD.

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

The course has a duration of 52 weeks.

Where can I study the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery at AUSTRA COLLEGE?

The course is offered at four locations: 133 Parramatta Rd, Granville NSW 2142; Level 3, 90 King William St, Adelaide SA 5000; 343 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000; and Unit 8, 440 William St, Perth WA 6000.

What are the CRICOS and national course codes for this qualification?

The CRICOS Course Code is 119149B and the VET National Code is SIT30821.

Does this course qualify for Post-Study Work Rights?

No. This course is not eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights as it is a Certificate III level qualification, not a Skills Level 1 qualification (Bachelor, Masters or PhD) as required by the eligibility criteria.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

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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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