Location
Theory Classes:
Level 16, 190 Queen Street,
Melbourne Victoria 3000
Practical Kitchen training:
54-56 La Trobe Street,
Melbourne VIC 3000
Duration
The course comprises of 31 weeks
Delivery Mode
Face to Face Class room delivery. Students are required to do 240 hours work based training.Practical Training in PAX simulated Kitchens.
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to become competent as a qualified commercial chef who uses a wide range of cookery skills.
Upon completion of the course they will have a sound knowledge of kitchen operations together with 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.
- English Proficiency – Completed (IELTS/PTE/OTE) OR two years or more study in Australia
- Language, Literacy and Numeracy Requirement – Learners take PAX language, literacy and numeracy assessment before the course to identify if any LLN support is required during the course.
- The student is an international student who is not on ‘Student Visa’.
- Other Requirements
- Learners must be physically fit to carry up/lift to a maximum load of 5kgs as this may be required during the practical training
- Learners must be able to handle and cook dairy products and non-vegetarian food items including but not limited to beef and pork
Training 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.
The 240 hours of Work based training will be in commercial kitchen facility.
Assessments comprise of written assignments and project works, case studies and practical demonstration.
To attain the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, 33 units must be completed:
- 26 Core units
- 7 Elective units
| 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 | |||
| SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes | |||
| SITHKOP012* | Develop recipes for special dietary requirements | |||
| SITHKOP013* | Plan cooking operations | |||
| SITHKOP015* | Design and cost menus | |||
| SITHPAT016* | Produce desserts | |||
| SITXCOM010 | Manage conflict | |||
| SITXFIN009 | Manage finances within a budgets | |||
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | |||
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | |||
| SITXFSA008 | Develop and implement a food safety program | |||
| SITXHRM008 | Roster staff | |||
| SITXHRM009 | Lead and manage people | |||
| SITXINV006* | Recieve, store and maintain stock | |||
| SITXMGT004 | Monitor work operations | |||
| SITXWHS007 | Implement and monitor work health and safety practices | |||
| Elective Unit(s) | ||||
| SITHCCC040* | Prepare and serve cheese | |||
| SITHCCC038* | Produce and serve food for buffets | |||
| SITHCCC025* | Prepare and present sandwiches | |||
| BSBTWK501 | Lead Diversity and Inclusion | |||
| SITHIND006 | Source and use information on the hospitality industry | |||
| 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.