Certificate IV in Kitchen Management
SIT40521 –
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
CRICOS Course Code: 109603A
Course Information
Individuals in these roles carry out moderately complex tasks in a specialist field of expertise that requires business operations skills. They may possess substantial experience in a range of settings, but seek to further develop their skills across a wide range of business functions.
Course Information
This qualification reflects the role of chefs and cooks who have a 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. This qualification provides a pathway to work in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes and coffee shops, or to run a small business in these sectors.
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Pre-requisite Qualification Requirements
Aims and Learning Outcome
This course is aimed at:
- Assist the students gain the essential skills and competencies required to work as commercial cooks within the hospitality sector
- Develop the required skills to effectively operated in a commercial cookery environment and gain knowledge in kitchen operations and hospitality
- Provide a pathway to further qualifications and learning
Entry Requirements
To ensure an appropriate learning opportunity, candidates need to demonstrate the following:
| English Language (International Students) | IELTS 5.5 or higher with a minimum score of 5.0 in each band or equivalent English language test scores |
| Academic Level | Year 11 or equivalent. |
| Minimum Age | 18 years or over at the time of commencement. |
Note: **Special English Note: For visa purposes students may be required to provide the Australian Government with further evidence of English proficiency which may be different than the College requirement. Please refer to English Language Requirements changes | Study Australia
Supported Job Roles
A cook (commercial) works under the instruction of the chef/sous chef/chef de partie in a commercial kitchen.
Possible career opportunities after completing this course include cooking and food preparation roles in:
- Restaurants
- Hotels
- Clubs
- Pubs
- Cafes
- Coffee Shops.
Course Duration and Structure
This course is delivered over a period of one and a half (1.5) years. The course duration is:
- 78 Weeks of Course duration consisting of:
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- 50 Weeks of scheduled study/tuition (5 terms of 10 weeks each)
- 10 Weeks of work placement (1 term of 10 weeks)
- 18 Weeks of scheduled breaks/holidays (including
pre-training and completion activities)
Notes:
1. A minimum of 20 contact hours per week of study/tuition have been scheduled by Contempo College – to ensure students meet their student study visa conditions
2. The course duration may vary for students who have been granted credits or RPL towards this course (e.g., students having completed any units in a previous course/qualification).
Intake Dates
2025: Jan, April, July, Oct
2026: Jan, April, July, Oct
2027: Jan, April, July, Oct
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Course Fees
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Application Fee |
$AU: 250.00 |
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Course Fee
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$AU: 18,000 |
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Materials Fee
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$AU: 2,000 |
| Note: These fees include Chef Uniforms (excludes footwear) and Knives set. All students must have their own laptop and software. | |
Training Package Rules
This course training package requires students to successfully complete the below:
Total number of units = 33
- 27 core units plus
- 6 elective units, of which
Core Units
Based on the course outcomes and training package requirements, the below elective units of competency have been selected for this qualification.
* These units have pre-requisite – SITXFSA005 Use Hygienic Practices for Food Safety and or SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery that must be scheduled prior to starting any new term or student group.
** Denotes the unit prescribed for work placement purpose. The allocated hours cover a minimum of 48 complete food service periods: 20 hours per week over 10 weeks in an approved workplace. Work placement is scheduled in term 4 of the course so that students have developed the essential skills and knowledge over the duration of the course to be ready to perform in a workplace environment.
Elective Units
* These units have pre-requisite – SITXFSA005 Use Hygienic Practices for Food Safety and or SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery that must be scheduled prior to starting any new term or student group.
** Denotes the unit prescribed for work placement purpose. The allocated hours cover a minimum of 48 complete food service periods: 20 hours per week over 10 weeks in an approved workplace. Work placement is scheduled in term 4 of the course so that students have developed the essential skills and knowledge over the duration of the course to be ready to perform in a workplace environment.
Contempo students progressing from SIT30821
Contempo students progressing from SIT30821 (fully completed with the above 21 units attained – 1 year equivalent) will need to complete additional 12 units in this course – (6 months equivalent). Accordingly, their CoEs will be amended for the course duration.
Core Units
Elective Units
Delivery Mode
Face to Face, classroom-based delivery. All units are delivered and assessed in the instructor-led face-to-face classroom mode. No other modes offered. Students must attend a minimum of 20 hours per week.
Work Placements
Assessments
The amount of assessment hours required for this qualification is broken down into the course delivery modes/methods below. The number of hours allocated for summative assessments activities are detailed as follows: For the full course load:
- 200 hours of supervised assessment activities such as in-class/kitchen demonstrations, practicals, written assessments, exams/tests, case studies, projects, roleplays, presentations, demonstrations, projects, etc. (min 4 hours pw x 50 weeks) – (4 hours out of 20 scheduled hours)
- 150 hours of unsupervised practice, research, writing, preparation of presentations etc., and unit specific tasks including preparation of workplace-based assessment activities and submission documents (3 hours pw x 50 weeks)
- 200 Hours of work placement – a compulsory component for this course and specifically required for unit – “SITHCCC020 Work effectively as a cook” – this unit requires students to be assessed and successfully complete the training package requirement for 48 complete food service periods within an operational commercial kitchen environment.
The total Amount of Assessment for this qualification is: 550 Hours
Note: The amount of assessment for students with credits (e.g., progressing students) would vary. The amount of assessment for students with approved credits will, therefore, be proportionate to the total number of weeks/durations allocated as part to their enrolments. For example, amount of assessment for students progressing from SIT30821 with all applicable credits will be based on two terms equivalent (without the work placement requirement).
Language, Literacy and Numeracy Support
For all students, strong Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills are fundamental to supporting vocational learning, employability, and effective workplace communication, regardless of their course or training level. To ensure students receive the necessary support, all students undergo LLN testing during Orientation to determine their skill levels and identify any required support. Contempo College uses these assessments to tailor assistance, ensuring learners develop the essential LLN competencies needed for their course and future employment.
Recognition Prior Learning (RPL)/Credit Transfers
Academic Pathways
Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
- Individuals may enter SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management with limited or no vocational experience and without a lower-level qualification (meeting entry requirements).
Pathways from the qualification:
After achieving SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, individuals could progress to SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management.t.
Orientation
Orientation Includes:
- Settlement Support: Housing guidance, local area orientation, and cultural adjustment
- Legal & Visa Requirements: Understanding visa conditions, work rights, and compliance
- Health & Safety: Access to medical services, emergency contacts, and personal security tips
- Academic Success: Study skills workshops, language support, and campus resources
- Employment Readiness: Workplace rights, resume building, and career services
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