26 weeks
Classroom / face to face, Kitchen Sessions, Class Simulations, Vocational / Work Placement. Training and Assessment will be conducted through a combination of blended learning environments.
Full time · Minimum 20 hours of classes per week
Course Overview
About This Course
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Adelaide
50 Grenfell St, Level 10, Adelaide, SA 5000
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?
To enrol, 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), have completed Year 10 or equivalent, and meet English proficiency requirements — either an IELTS overall score of 6.0 (with no individual section below 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 take to complete?
The course has a total duration of 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 (note: academic break times are indicative and subject to change).
What are the career outcomes after completing this course?
This qualification provides a pathway to work in the hospitality industry. Possible job titles include Chef and Chef de Partie.
What further study options are available after completing this course?
After completing the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, students may work in the industry or take further studies such as the SIT50422 – Diploma of Hospitality Management. For other relevant qualifications, students can also explore further study options at www.training.gov.au.
How many units are required to complete the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, and when is the certificate issued?
The qualification requires a total of 33 units — 27 core units and 6 elective units. A certificate is issued where all 33 units have been deemed competent. A statement of attainment is issued when only some units are deemed competent and the course is not completed in full. Issuing of your Certificate and/or Statement of Attainment occurs within 30 days of your last unit being deemed competent, though this may be delayed if you have not provided your Unique Student Identifier (USI) or have any outstanding fees not finalised.
Application
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