Course Overview
About This Course
Eligibility
Entry Requirements
- Completion of SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
- Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age, or turning 18 years of age prior to commencement of their study
- Students require a completed Year 10 or equivalent; or Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study, LLN level and personal competencies
- Student's must have English proficiency as guided by Macallan College's English Proficiency Policy and Procedures
- IELTS Test – overall score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no individual section score less than 5.5
- NOTE: All applicants from AL3 countries must sit an IELTS test
- Pre-entry Oxford English online test result of no less than B2.2 with a minimum score of 71
Career & Study Pathways
Where this takes you
Course Content
Units of Competency
Use food preparation equipment
Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
Prepare appetisers and salads
Prepare stocks, sauces and soups
Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes
Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes
Prepare poultry dishes
Prepare meat dishes
Prepare seafood dishes
Produce cakes, pastries and breads
Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
Work effectively as a cook
Plan and cost recipes
Develop recipes for special dietary requirements
Plan cooking operations
Design and cost menus
Produce desserts
Manage conflict
Manage finances within a budget
Use hygienic practices for food safety
Participate in safe food handling practices
Develop and implement a food safety program
Roster staff
Lead and manage people
Receive, store and maintain stock
Monitor work operations
Implement and monitor work health and safety practices
Package prepared foodstuffs
Elective unit
Prepare specialised food items
Elective unit
Prepare and serve cheese
Elective unit
Provide service to customers
Elective unit
Recruit, select and induct staff
Elective unit
Participate in sustainable work practices
Elective unit
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the entry requirements for the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management at Macallan College?
To enrol in the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, students must have completed the SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, be a minimum of 18 years of age (or turning 18 prior to commencement), and have completed Year 10 or equivalent. English proficiency is also required, with an IELTS overall score of 6.0 (no individual section less than 5.5) or a Pre-entry Oxford English online test result of no less than B2.2 with a minimum score of 71.
How long does the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management course take to complete?
The course duration is 26 weeks, comprising 21 weeks of Classroom/Kitchen based training, 4 weeks (72 hours) of Vocational Placement alongside the course training, and 5 weeks of academic review/break. Please note that academic break times are indicative and subject to change.
How many units are required to complete the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management?
A total of 33 units must be completed to receive the certificate, consisting of 27 core units and 6 elective units. A certificate is issued where all 33 units have been deemed competent. If only some units are completed, a Statement of Attainment is issued instead.
What further study options are available after completing the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management?
After completing this course, students may work in the hospitality industry or pursue further studies such as the SIT50422 – Diploma of Hospitality Management. Students can also explore further study options at www.training.gov.au.
At which campuses is the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management available?
Macallan College offers this course across its campuses in Adelaide (Level 10, 50 Grenfell St, Adelaide 5000 SA), Brisbane (151 Wellington Rd, East Brisbane, QLD), Perth (Regional, WA), and Sydney (Harris Park, NSW). Students are encouraged to contact the relevant campus for further information regarding fees and charges.
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