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.
Key Information
- International students must be at least 18 years of age
- International students must have completed at least the equivalent of Year 11.
- These students must also have an IELTS Academic score of 5.5 not less than 5. PTE equivalent 42 not less than 36. The test results must be no more than 2 years old.
- Students must also participate in a course entry interview to demonstrate their suitability for the course.
International Students may not be required to provide evidence of English Language competence where documented evidence can be provided to demonstrate any of the following:
- The student was educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country.
- The student has completed at least 6 months of a Certificate IV level course in an Australian RTO.
- The student has successfully completed an English Placement Test.
- The student has successfully completed a foundation course in Australia.
- The student has successfully completed their High School in English Language.
*Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students are required to provide their results so that it can be confirmed they are equivalent to IELTS 5.5.
Total Units 33 Core Units 27 Elective Units 6
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Core / Elective |
|---|---|---|
| SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes | Core |
| SITHKOP015 | Design and cost menus | Core |
| SITHCCC027 | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery | Core |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | Core |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | Core |
| SITXHRM008 | Roster staff | Core |
| SITHCCC023 | Use food preparation equipment | Core |
| SITXFSA008 | Develop and implement a food safety program | Core |
| SITXINV006 | Receive, store and maintain stock | Core |
| SITHCCC028 | Prepare appetisers and salads | Core |
| SITHCCC029 | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups | Core |
| SITHCCC030 | Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC031 | Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC035 | Prepare poultry dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC036 | Prepare meat dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC037 | Prepare seafood dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC041 | Produce cakes, pastries and breads | Core |
| SITHCCC042 | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements | Core |
| SITHKOP012 | Develop recipes for special dietary requirements | Core |
| SITHPAT016 | Produce desserts | Core |
| SITXFIN009 | Manage finances within a budget | Core |
| SITXHRM009 | Lead and manage people | Core |
| SITXMGT004 | Monitor work operations | Core |
| SITHCCC043 | Work effectively as a cook | Core |
| SITXCOM010 | Manage conflict | Core |
| SITXWHS007 | Implement and monitor work health and safety practices | Core |
| SITHKOP013 | Plan cooking operations | Core |
| SITHFAB021 | Provide responsible service of alcohol | Elective |
| SITXHRM010 | Recruit, select and induct staff | Elective |
| SITHCCC026 | Package prepared foodstuffs | Elective |
| SITHCCC040 | Prepare and serve cheese | Elective |
| SITHCCC038 | Produce and serve food for buffets | Elective |
| SITXWHS006 | Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks | Elective |
* The unit SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety is a pre-requisite for all units marked with a star and will, therefore, be delivered and assessed prior to all other units marked with a star.
The Certificate IV in Kitchen Management includes Practical classes and Work placement. The practical class will be conducted in a fully equipped training kitchen based in Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006. And a minimum of 48 food service shifts of work placement hours to be completed to meet the requirement of course.
Work placements provide students with the opportunity to apply the theory and skills they learned while studying in a professional workplace. For more information on work placement, including or support services; please feel free to contact Brighton College
Students who complete this course may be able to seek employment in a range of organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes and coffee shops, or to run a small business in these sectors. Such as
- Chef
- chef de parties
Enquire about the course
Simply fill out the form to receive the course guide and a call from Brighton College Student Advisor.
OR
Call 07 3123 4911
8.30 AM – 5.00 PM Monday to Friday