Course Overview

About This Course

This qualification reflects the role of chefs and cooks who have a supervisory or team leading role in the kitchen. They operate independently or with limited guidance from others and use discretion to solve non-routine problems. This qualification provides a pathway to work in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes and coffee shops, or to run a small business in these sectors. The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. Work Placement is a component of this course. A work placement is structured workplace learning that equips you with the outcome for employability skills. We will make placement arrangements or you can choose your own work placement location. Our students engage in weekly practical at our commercial kitchen which is fully equipped with state of the art equipment and resources for the best quality training conveniently based in Parramatta (only 3 minutes walk from the station).

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

2 Woodville St, Hurstville NSW 2220Level 11, 307 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000Parramatta (only 3 minutes walk from the station)HurstvilleSydney

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

No specific entry requirements are listed on the course page.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Work placement component must be completed: 38 service periods of professional work placement in a professional setting.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management can lead to a range of possible career opportunities including Chef or Chef de partie, a station chef or line cook who is in charge of a particular area of production in the kitchen such as Saute Chef, Sous Chef, Fish Chef, Roast Chef, Grill Chef, Fry Chef, Vegetable Chef, Pantry Chef, Pastry Chef and so on.

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 work placement is required for this course?

Students are required to complete 38 Service Periods of professional work placement in a professional setting. Crown Institute will make placement arrangements on your behalf, or you can choose your own work placement location.

Where will practical training take place?

Practical training takes place in Crown Institute's fully equipped commercial kitchen located in Parramatta, which is only 3 minutes walk from the station. Students engage in weekly practicals using state of the art equipment and resources.

What are the career outcomes after completing this qualification?

Graduates can pursue a range of career opportunities including Chef, Chef de partie, Saute Chef, Sous Chef, Fish Chef, Roast Chef, Grill Chef, Fry Chef, Vegetable Chef, Pantry Chef, Pastry Chef, or run a small business in sectors such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes and coffee shops.

How is this course delivered?

The course is delivered through 1 day of classroom-based training and 1 day of practical training in a commercial kitchen located in Parramatta per week. Structured online learning is also embedded into the course for better support.

Are my tuition fees protected if the provider closes?

Yes, tuition fees paid in advance are protected under the Commonwealth's Tuition Protection Service (TPS), which is a placement and refund service for international students. The TPS acts as an insurance cover for fees paid in advance, helping to place students or provide refunds of unexpended prepaid tuition fees if the provider fails to meet its obligations.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

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 $45,000 to $55,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $55,000 to $70,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $70,000 to $85,000 per year

Career Paths

Chef de PartieSous ChefKitchen ManagerHead ChefCatering Supervisor

Key Skills

Advanced food preparation and commercial cooking techniquesKitchen team leadership and supervisionMenu planning, design, and costingFinancial management and cost control in kitchen operationsStock management and inventory control

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