This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to become competent as a qualified commercial cook who uses a wide range of cookery skills.
Upon completion of the course they will have a sound knowledge of kitchen operations. They will be able to work with some independence and under limited supervision and may provide operational advice and support to team members.
- Applicants must be minimum 18 years of age at the time of commencement
- Successful completion of Australian Equivalent Year 12 qualification
- IELTS score of 5.5 or PTE score of 42 or Certificate III in EAL or its equivalent
- Candidates should be able to handle and cook dairy products and non-vegetarian food items including beef and pork.
- Applicants should have basic computer and MS Office skills (Word, Excel and Power Point)
- Applicants must complete the PAX LLN test
Teaching is conducted in the classroom as well as in the commercial kitchen settings when required to simulate real work environment. The delivery will include face to face teaching, lectures, discussions, research, learning activities, group work and supervised practical sessions.
Assessments comprise of written assignments and project works, case studies and practical demonstration.
This qualification provides a pathway to work as a commercial cook in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes, cafeterias and coffee shops.
Possible job titles include
- cook
To attain the SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, 25 units must be completed:
- 20 core units
- 5 elective units
SITXWHS005Participate in safe work practices
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Units | ||||
| SITHCCC023* | Use food preparation equipment | |||
| SITHCCC027* | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery | |||
| SITHCCC028* | Prepare appetisers and salads | |||
| SITHCCC029* | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups | |||
| SITHCCC030* | Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes | |||
| SITHCCC031* | Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes | |||
| SITHCCC035* | Prepare Poultry Dishes | |||
| SITHCCC036* | Prepare meat dishes | |||
| SITHCCC037* | Prepare seafood dishes | |||
| SITHCCC041* | Produce cakes, pastries and breads | |||
| SITHCCC042* | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirments | |||
| SITHCCC043* | Work Effectively as a cook | |||
| SITHKOP009* | Clean Kitchen premises and equipment | |||
| SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes | |||
| SITHPAT016* | Produce desserts | |||
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | |||
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | |||
| SITXHRM007 | Coach others in job skills | |||
| SITXINV006* | Recieve, store and maintain stock | |||
| Elective Unit(s) | ||||
| SITHCCC040* | Prepare and serve cheese | |||
| SITHCCC038* | Produce and serve food for buffets | |||
| SITHCCC025* | Prepare and present sandwiches | |||
| BSBSUS211 | Participate in sustainable work practices | |||
| SITXCCS014 | Provide serice to customers | |||
* Prerequisite unit requirred
In addition to all the software, equipment and personal protective gear and uniforms (if applicable) you need for your course of study, you are required to have access to the following for the duration of your studies:
- PC or laptop
- Reliable internet connection
- Browser application (e.g. Google Chrome)
- Pair of headphones
- Access to Microsoft Office suite, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Access to Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player.
All students will have access to WIFI at PAX’s campus, however access to computers is limited and on a first-in- first-served basis.
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