SIT30807 - Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)

Course Objectives

The nationally recognised SIT30807 — Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) course reflects the role of a qualified cook. Participants in this course will develop practical skills and associated knowledge required for employment as a cook in a hospitality establishment or retail outlet.

This course aims to provide:

  1. Training and skills development in Commercial Cookery and kitchen operations;
  2. Training that incorporates the following key competencies — collecting, analyzing and organising information; planning and organizing; working with others; using mathematical ideas and techniques; solving problems and using technology;
  3. A specific overview of Commercial Cookery methods and preparation of food;
  4. Basic and advanced skills and knowledge for entry to and operation within the hospitality industry;
  5. Interpersonal skills essential for a successful career in the hospitality industry.

Career Opportunities

Cookery is the life force of the hospitality industry and an incredibly creative and rewarding occupation. Employment opportunities include working in hotels, motels, restaurants, casinos, clubs and cafes, food processing companies, aeroplane catering, staff restaurants and cafeterias, hospitals, food services and catering companies as a cook or as a chef. Our courses are designed to prepare both apprentices and full time students for a career in commercial cookery. With our help you'll develop the fundamental skills and knowledge required for professional cooking and kitchen management.

Course Content / Structure

This course comprises 26 compulsory units and 3 elective units which make up the total of 29 units required for your SIT30807 — Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery).

The elective unit selected will be based on advice from the local professional bodies, individual employers and relevance to your current job.

Code Module Name
SITHCCC001A Organise and prepare food
SITHCCC002A Present food
SITHCCC003A Receive and store kitcken supplies
SITHCCC004A Clean and maintain kitchen premises
SITHCCC005A Use basic methods of cookery
SITHCCC006A Prepare appetisers and salads
SITHCCC008A Prepare stocks, sauces and soups
SITHCCC009A Prepare vegetables, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes
SITHCCC010A Select, prepare and cook poultry
SITHCCC011A Select, prepare and cook seafood
SITHCCC012A Select, prepare and cook meat
SITHCCC013A Prepare hot and cold desserts
SITHCCC014A Prepare pastries, cakes and yeast goods
SITHCCC016A Develop cost-effective menus
SITHCCC027A Prepare, cook and serve food for food service
SITHCCC028A Prepare, cook and serve food for menus
SITHCCC029A Prepare foods according to dietary and cultural needs
SITHIND001A Develop and update hospitality industry knowledge
SITXCOM001A Work with colleagues and customers
SITXCOM002A Work in a socially diverse environment
SITXCOM003A Deal with conflict situations
SITXFSA001A Implement food safety procedures
SITXHRM001A Coach others in job skills
SITXOHS001A Follow health, safety and security procedures
SITXOHS002A Follow workplace hygiene procedures
HLTFA301B Apply First Aid
SITHASC001A* Use basic Asian Methods of cookery
SITHCCC007A* Prepare sandwiches
SITHCCC032A* Apply cook-chill production processes

Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites for this qualification.

Course Delivery Options

This course is delivered in the workplace at our purpose built commercial kitchen and restaurant cafe. Students have the opportunity to attend to visiting customers and other students. Students will complete assessment books and assessments on line.

Assessment

Assessment is competency based and can include written papers, classroom activities, verbal presentations and the demonstration of work-based competencies.

Qualification

As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised. On successful completion students will be awarded the Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery).

Further Study

Certificate IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Hospitality.

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