Certificate III in Commercial Cookery Course Code SIT30821 Non-apprenticeship

Duration
  • Part Time
  • 1.5 years
  • Full Time
  • 1 year
Delivery
  • On Campus
Intakes
Campus
  • Glen Waverley

This course is not available for International Students

Free TAFE Course

You may be eligible to study this course for FREE.

Course Overview

The <strong>SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery</strong> develops the practical cookery skills and industry knowledge required to work professionally in commercial kitchens and the hospitality industry.<p>Through practical and classroom-based learning in Holmesglen's commercial training kitchens, you'll develop skills in food preparation and cookery, including <strong>preparing vegetarian and vegan dishes</strong> and meeting <strong>special dietary requirements</strong>. The course also includes a <strong>five-week practical placement</strong> during the fourth term, providing an opportunity to apply your skills in a workplace environment.</p> <p><p>On completion, you'll be prepared for opportunities in a range of hospitality and food service settings, including <strong>restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafés and coffee shops</strong>.</p>

Career Opportunities

  • This qualification provides a pathway to work as a cook in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes, and coffee shops. Individuals can exit these qualifications with skills to work in industry at a skilled operational level.

Pathway to further studies

  • <a href="https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/explore-courses/hospitality-tourism-and-events/cookery/vocational-education/certificate-iv-in-kitchen-management">SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management</a>
  • <a href="https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/explore-courses/hospitality-tourism-and-events/bakery-and-pastry/vocational-education/certificate-iv-in-patisserie-non-apprenticeship">SIT40721 Certificate IV in Patisserie</a>
  • <a href="https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/explore-courses/hospitality-tourism-and-events/hospitality/vocational-education/diploma-of-hospitality-management">SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management</a>

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, learners must be at least 17 years of age. No prior industry experience is required.<p>Before attending a pre-training review, learners must complete an online language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment, achieving Score 2, Working Level 3.<p><strong>Practical placement</strong><br>Learners must complete a five-week practical placement at a restaurant or café approved by HCB teaching staff:<br>• 20 hours per week <br>• 100 hours in total <p>Placement requirements will be discussed during the pre-training review.<br>The unit SITHCCC043 Work effectively as a cook (Release 1) requires a minimum of 48 complete service periods, covering a combination of breakfast, lunch and dinner. These must be completed in an operational hospitality workplace or a simulated industry environment established for assessment.<p><strong>Before placement</strong><br>Learners will receive guidance on placement arrangements and duration, the Practical Placement Agreement, learner responsibilities, Disclosure Statement and Discussion Checklist.<p>Depending on the host business, evidence may include immunisation records, licences and registrations, Working with Children Check (WWCC), NDIS Check, National Police Check and Food Handlers Certificate.<p>The Practical Placement Discussion Checklist must be completed before placement begins.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

TimeTable

This course consists of 25 units: 20 core units and 5 elective units. The five electives include 3 units from Group A or Group B and 2 units from Group A, Group B or Group C. Electives are selected by Holmesglen in consultation with industry and must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.<p><strong>Full-time on-campus delivery</strong><br>• 12 months – 2 semesters of 18 weeks each <br>• 3 days per week, face-to-face <br>• Classes are held at various times throughout the week <p><strong>Part-time on-campus delivery</strong><br>• 18 months – 3 semesters of 18 weeks each <br>• 2 days per week, face-to-face <br>• Friday, 5.00 pm – 9.30 pm <br>• Saturday, 8.00 am – 4.00 pm <br>• International students cannot study part-time<p><strong>Dual qualification option</strong><br>Learners may also complete units from the SIT31021 Certificate III in Patisserie (Bridging Program) while studying the SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, providing a pathway to achieve dual qualifications in Commercial Cookery and Patisserie.
Unit code Unit name
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITXWHS005 Participate in safe work practices
SITHKOP009 Clean kitchen premises and equipment
SITHCCC023 Use food preparation equipment
SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITHCCC028 Prepare appetisers and salads
SITHCCC030 Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes
SITHCCC031 Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes
SITHCCC043 Work effectively as a cook
SITHCCC029 Prepare stocks, sauces and soups
SITHCCC036 Prepare meat dishes
SITHCCC037 Prepare seafood dishes
SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices
SITHKOP010 Plan and cost recipes
SITHCCC041 Produce cakes, pastries and breads
SITXINV006 Receive, store and maintain stock
SITXHRM007 Coach others in job skills
SITHCCC035 Prepare poultry dishes
SITHCCC042 Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
SITHPAT016 Produce desserts
Unit code Unit name
SITHCCC025 Prepare and present sandwiches
BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
SITHCCC038 Produce and serve food for buffets
SITHCCC044 Prepare specialised food items

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

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Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion, you will attain the SIT30821 - Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Full Fee $16,069
Government subsidised $5,905
Concession $1,181
Free TAFE eligible student FREE
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost
Materials fee $1,590
Activities fee $120
General Services Fee $80 Per Semester
General Services Fee (Concession) $40 Per Semester

The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the <a title=" General Services Fee page" href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/General-Services-Fee.html">General Services Fee (GSF) page</a>.

Additional Course Cost

Cooks Uniform $215 <br>Toolkit (from) $360 <br>Non-slip shoes (from) $65 <br>Paddock to plate Excursion (optional) $350

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-funding">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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