Certificate III in
Commercial Cookery
Certificate III in CommercialCookery
National Course Code: SIT30821
The purpose of this program is to prepare students to pursue a career within the hospitality (commercial kitchen) industry, and more specifically to students willing to attain an Australian nationally recognised qualification in commercial cookery. The program provides learners with the necessary skills and knowledge to undertake commercial cooking activities in restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops.
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
National Course Code: SIT30821
CRICOS Course Code: 110930J
Course Duration: 52 Weeks (inclusive of 240 hours of work placement and breaks)
Delivery Location: Level 9 190 Queen St, MELBOURNE, Victoria 3000
Training Kitchen 1: Level 1, 28-32 Elizabeth Street Melbourne VIC 3000
Training Kitchen 2: 47 Paisley Street, Footscray VIC 3011
Delivery Mode: Face to face (Classroom based)
Study Load: 20 hours per week in the classroom
International Student Fees
Total Course Fee: AUD 15,000
Tuition Fee: AUD 14,000
Material Fee: AUD 1,750
Application Fee: AUD 250 [Non-Refundable]
Pathways & Accreditation
This course is government-accredited and has national recognition.
The qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 3
Education Pathway:
The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
- SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management
- SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management
- or any other Diploma level qualification with the SIT Tourism, Travel and Hospitality Training Package.
Employment Pathway:
All candidates are provided with advice on employment and training options throughout the delivery of the program.
Once students have successfully completed SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, they can apply for jobs within the hospitality industry which can include chefs at restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafés, and/or coffee shops.
Course Structure:
A total of 25 Units (20 Core and 5 electives) must be completed and deemed competent to achieve the qualification SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery. The course units are indicated in the table below.
| Code | Title | Core/ Elective |
|---|---|---|
| SITHCCC023* | Use food preparation equipment | Core |
| SITHCC027* | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery | Core |
| SITHCC028* | Prepare appetisers and salads | Core |
| SITHCCC029* | Prepare stocks, sauces, and soups | Core |
| SITHCC030* | Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs, and farinaceous dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC031* | Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC035* | Prepare poultry dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC036* | Prepare meat dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC037* | Prepare seafood dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC041* | Produce cakes, pastries and breads | Core |
| SITHCCC042* | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements | Core |
| SITHCCC043* | Work effectively as a cook | Core |
| SITHKOP009* | Clean kitchen premises and equipment | Core |
| SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes | Core |
| SITHPAT016* | Produce desserts | Core |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | Core |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | Core |
| SITXHRM007 | Coach others in job skills | Core |
| SITXINV006* | Receive, store, and maintain stock | Core |
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices | Core |
| SITHCCC040* | Prepare and serve cheese | Elective |
| SITHCCC038* | Produce and serve food for buffets | Elective |
| SITHCCC025* | Prepare and present sandwiches | Elective |
| SITXCCS014 | Provide service to customers | Elective |
| SITXWHS006 | Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks | Elective |
| Units with * require prior completion of the prerequisite unit | ||
Part of this program includes the units SITHCCC034 – Work effectively in a commercial kitchen, and SITHCCC043 Work effectively as a cook, which require you to safely and hygienically prepare, cooks and present menu items for food service periods that could cover:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Special Functions
QUALIFICATION
Assessment Methodology
- Written questions
- Projects
- Presentations
- Report writing
- Practical Observation
- Work Placement
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)/Credit Transfer (CT)
Melbourne College of Business and Technology (MCBT) will offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT) to all prospective students through the enrolment process. MCBT has documented policies and procedures for these processes and students are provided details of how to apply for RPL or Credit Transfer through the enrolment process. For further details, please refer to RPLÂ and Credit Transfer Policy and Procedure.
Entry Requirements International Students
Admission to the Institute is based on academic merit.
- The students must have successfully completed year 12 or secondary studies in their home country equivalent to an Australian Year 12.
- Have demonstrated an IELTS level of at least 5.5 or equivalent or the successful completion of at least General English Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
- Have a suitable level of language, literacy, and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Melbourne College of Business and Technology is able to provide.
You do not need to provide evidence of an English test score with your visa application if one of the following applies:
- you are a citizen and hold a passport from the UK, USA, Canada, NZ, or the Republic of Ireland
- you are an applicant who is a Foreign Affairs or, Defence sponsored student or a Secondary Exchange student (AASES)
- you are enrolled in a principal course of study that is a registered school course, a standalone English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS), a course registered to be delivered in a language other than English, or a registered post-graduate research course
- you have completed at least 5 years study in English in one or more of the following countries: Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or the Republic of Ireland in the 2 years before applying for the student visa, you completed, in Australia and the English language, either the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or a substantial component of a course leading to a qualification from the Australian Qualifications Framework at the Certificate IV or higher level, while you held a student visa.