Cookery

This course provides you with the skills and knowledge to work in a commercial kitchen and will give you the skills to undertake basic cookery tasks, conduct food preparation, and apply the principles of hygiene and food safety.

Is this course right for me?

Cookery reflects the role of individuals working in kitchens who use a defined range of food preparation and cookery skills to prepare food and menu items. This course focuses on skills and knowledge developed in ‘back of house’ service.

Credential available Course code / name ATAR eligible Mandatory placement hours SBAT available Specialisation required for full qualification
Full certificate SIT20421 Certificate II in Cookery Yes 70 hours Yes No


Where can this course take me?

This course provides a pathway to work in:

  • restaurants
  • hotels
  • catering operations
  • clubs
  • pubs
  • cafes
  • coffee shops;

Institutions such as:

  • aged care facilities
  • hospitals
  • prisons
  • schools


This course can lead to further study, such as:

  • Certificate III Apprenticeships in the Hospitality Industry
  • SIT30921 Certificate III in Catering
  • SIT40516 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Subjects that support this career path

  • Food Technology
  • Business Studies
  • Business Services
  • Retail Services

Interested?

For more information contact your VET Coordinator or Careers Adviser.

Download the course factsheet

Disclaimer: Qualification information is subject to change

Category:

  • Skills

Topics:

  • Services jobs

Business Unit:

  • Skills and Workforce Programs
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