This qualification reflects the role of 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.
Completion of this qualification contributes to recognition as a trade cook.
This qualification provides a pathway to work as a cook in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes, and coffee shops.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
| VET National Code | SIT30821 |
| CRICOS Course Code | 110703J |
| Duration | 52 weeks including 12 weeks of Break/Holidays |
| Delivery Mode | The course is delivered face-to-face in classrooms and in work placement with access to computers, printers, software and access to all the equipment and resources identified in each unit of competency. Practical components of the course are delivered face-to-face as timetabled in an allocated classroom or kitchen at AABT. |
| Tuition Fee | $ 18,000 |
| Enrolment Fee | $ 200 |
| Material Fee | $ 1,300 |
Entry Requirements
Age Requirements: International students must be 18 years of age or above and provide evidence the following published entry requirements as stated below:
Academic Requirements:
Prospective AABT international students are required to demonstrate their capacity to complete the course successfully.
International students applying for Certificate III level either off-shore or on-shore will need satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 11 or equivalent.
English Language Requirements:
To enrol into this course with Blue Lotus College, international students, applying either off-shore or on-shore, must satisfy one of the following requirements:
Either a minimum IELTS test score of 6 or equivalent for direct entry into a VET course;
or, IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent with an ELICOS course (up to 10 weeks) to be taken before the main VET course;
or, IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent with an ELICOS course (up to 20 weeks) to be taken before the main VET course.
Results more than two years old are not acceptable.
OR
Evidence that they have studied in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom, or United States.
OR
Evidence that, within two years of their application date, they have successfully completed in Australia and in the English language, either the senior secondary certificate of education or a substantial component of a course leading to a qualification from Australian Qualifications Framework at the Certificate IV or higher level, while they held a student visa.
OR
For assessment levels 1 and 2 country students’ only, Successful completion of AABT Language and Numeracy Test conducted on AABT (for onshore international students only)
Please note that the Australian Academy of Business & Technology will also accept equivalent test results from the following specified English Language Tests: TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE), and TOEFL PBT.
*On 26 July 2023 the TOEFL internet-based test (TOEFL iBT) stopped offering English language tests for Australian visa purposes. A score for a TOEFL iBT test taken on or after 26 July 2023 will no longer satisfy the English language requirement for Student visa purposes. Only TOEFL iBT scores from a test taken on or before 25 July 2023 are accepted for Student visa purposes.
**From 12 February 2024, only results from the paper-based Cambridge C1 Advanced test (previously known as Cambridge English: Advanced CAE) will be accepted for Australian visa and migration purposes. Test scores for both C1 Advanced paper-based and computer-based tests, taken before 12 February 2024, within the specified validity period are still accepted.
Any AQF qualification at the Certificate III level or above in any discipline area delivered and assessed in English only will be deemed as meeting English language entry requirements.
Enrolment Interview:
All students will be interviewed by AABT which aims to identify their training needs through questions on previous education or training, the relevance of the courses to students, and basic computing skills. Interviews will be organised upon receiving student applications both from onshore and offshore. The interview also aims to identify possible RPL opportunities and confirm oral communication skills.
Through interviews, students will demonstrate that they have the necessary skills to successfully complete the course.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy Test (LLN):
- All students are required to undertake a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) test to provide any additional support.
- Candidates undertaking this course must possess sound Numeracy skills since it requires them to do calculations, make recipe cards and complete menu costing.
Digital Literacy Entry Requirements:
Students are required to have basic computer skills including operating MS-office. Learners who do not possess basic computing skills will be provided with digital support by AABT IT support officers.
In addition, it is the policy of AABT that during initial engagement with the prospective student, the agent or our representative must interview the student to capture important information about the applicant and to personally inform them about their rights and obligations. Included in this interview is a discussion to identify any educational and support needs that will need to be addressed with services provided by the Australian Academy of Business and Technology.
Career Opportunities
Completion of this qualification contributes to recognition as a trade cook. This qualification provides a pathway to work as a cook in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes, and coffee shops.
Course Structure
To be awarded SIT30821 Certificate III in commercial cookery, learners must be deemed competent in 25 units of competency, which includes: 20 Core Units and 5 Elective Units.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 requirements | ||
| SITHCCC043* | Work effectively as a cook | ||
| SITHKOP009* | Clean kitchen premises and equipment | ||
| SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes | ||
| SITHPAT016* | Produce desserts | ||
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | ||
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | ||
| SITXHRM007 | Coach others in job skills | ||
| SITXINV006* | Receive, store and maintain stock | ||
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices |
| SITHCCC038* | Produce and serve food for buffets | ||
| SITHCCC040* | Prepare and serve cheese | ||
| SITHCCC044* | Prepare specialised food items | ||
| BSBSUS211 | Participate in sustainable work practices | ||
| SITXCOM006 | Source and present information |
Note: Units marked with an *asterisk have one or more prerequisites
Note: Fees may change during your course of study. AABT reserves the right to discontinue or alter any course date, tuition or service fee, location, timetable or staffing without prior notice. This will constitute a provider default and all tuition fees will be handled in accordance with AABT’s Refund Policy. Interest will not be credited to Student Fees or disbursements and therefore no interest will be recovered by students in the event of cancellation. Students must maintain valid Overseas Student Health Care insurance throughout their enrolment.
How to apply
To find out the methods of application, visit How to apply page If you have a query about how to apply or entry requirements, contact admissions@aabt.edu.au
This program is delivered under competency-based training which means instead of grading or marks, students are required to demonstrate all the criteria for each unit of competency and students are marked “Competent” or “Not yet competent”. Typical assessment methods will include written questions, case studies, role plays, skills demonstration and work-placement activities.