SIT30816 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

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Course Details

CAMPUS: Melbourne

DURATION: 52 Weeks

Entry Requirements

18 years of age or above
Sufficient Language, Literacy and Numeracy Skills through successful completion of the College's LLN test

Description

This qualification reflects the role of commercial cooks who use a wide range of well-developed cookery skills and sound knowledge of kitchen operations to prepare food and menu items. Using discretion and judgement, they work with some independence and under limited supervision using plans, policies and procedures to guide work activities.

This qualification provides a pathway to work as a commercial cook in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops.

Career Opportunities

Possible job title includes:

Cook

Pathways

After completing SIT30816 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, students may continue their studies by enrolling in SIT40516 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery.

Mode of Study and Assessment Methods

Mode of study includes classroom based training sessions based on theory classes and practical sessions involving small groups and individual activities in a simulated work environment (including commercial kitchen) and work placement. Assessment methods include written test, observation, logbook and project.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer

A learner may be able to apply for RPL if they have gained competency from work, other programs, courses, life experience or training provided at work that is relevant to the course. The College recognises the AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other registered training organisations.

Course Contents/ Units of Competency

CORE UNITS

BSBSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

BSBWOR203 Work effectively with others

SITHCCC001 Use food preparation equipment*

SITHCCC005 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery*

SITHCCC006 Prepare appetisers and salads*

SITHCCC007 Prepare stocks, sauces and soups*

SITHCCC008 Prepare vegetable, fruit, egg and farinaceous dishes*

SITHCCC012 Prepare poultry dishes*

SITHCCC013 Prepare seafood dishes*

SITHCCC014 Prepare meat dishes*

SITHCCC018 Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements*

SITHCCC019 Produce cakes, pastries and breads*

SITHCCC020 Work effectively as a cook*

SITHKOP001 Clean kitchen premises and equipment*

SITHKOP002 Plan and cost basic menus

SITHPAT006 Produce desserts*

SITXFSA001 Use hygienic practices for food safety

SITXFSA002 Participate in safe food handling practices

SITXHRM001 Coach others in job skills

SITXINV002 Maintain the quality of perishable items*

SITXWHS001 Participate in safe work practices

ELECTIVE UNITS

SITHCCC015 Produce and serve food for buffets*

SITHCCC003 Prepare and present sandwiches*

SITXINV003 Purchase goods

HLTAID003 Provide first aid

*Prerequisite unit is SITXFSA001 Use hygienic practices for food safety

Intake Dates: Weekly

Victorian Government Funding

You can check if you are eligible for the Victorian government funding under the Skills First program from the following link: Victorian Government Funding