80 weeks
Blended (Face to Face + Online). This program is delivered and assessed through a combination of classroom-based learning, simulated industry workplace activities, and supervised online study.
Blended · Approximately 10 hours per week of unsupervised study (reading, research, and revision), in addition to scheduled classes
26 January 2026 | 20 April 2026 | 13 July 2026 | 5 October 2026
Course Overview
About This Course
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Perth
15 Leila St, Cannington, WA 6107
Eligibility
Entry Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of course commencement.
- Prospective students may be required to undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) and/or a pre-enrolment interview.
- Must have completed Australian Year 11 or equivalent level of schooling or a Certificate III or higher qualification with an Australian institution.
- Must demonstrate English level of IELTS 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent, such as: IBT 60, PTE 50, CAE 169, OET B, General English Advanced or equivalent, MOI Certificate, Duolingo 95, MET, LANGUAGECERT Academic, CELPIP General, Certificate IV or higher qualification with an Australian institution.
- Must have basic digital literacy, including the ability to confidently use the internet and common software applications for learning purposes, completing assignments, and engaging with course content.
- Must be able to participate in training within a simulated workplace environment, including performing manual handling tasks.
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
Clean kitchen premises and equipment
Elective unit
Prepare and serve cheese
Elective unit
Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks
Elective unit
Participate in safe work practices
Elective unit
Produce and serve food for buffets
Elective unit
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the tuition fees for the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management?
The tuition fee for the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (SIT40521) is AUD $16,000, with an additional material/placement fee of AUD $2,000. The first instalment includes a $250 enrolment fee, material fee, and the first term's tuition fee (non-tuition fees are not refundable).
Is work placement mandatory to complete this qualification?
Yes, it is mandatory to complete work placement to be eligible for attainment of the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management. Students who do not complete work placement will not be eligible to receive the full qualification.
What happens if I only partially complete the course?
Learners who partially complete the qualification will receive a Statement of Attainment for the units they are deemed competent in, rather than the full SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management certificate.
Can I progress to a higher qualification after completing this course?
Yes, after completing the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, students may progress to the SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management at Lead College.
How are students assessed throughout this course?
Students are assessed using a variety of methods including written questions or reports to test theoretical knowledge, practical activities or projects simulating real-world tasks, case study analysis, direct observation during practical sessions, and supervised work placement where performance and skill application are monitored according to workplace standards.
Application
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