RTO CODE: 45775 | CRICOS CODE: 03964A

SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

CRICOS Course CODE: 109917E

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.

Learning Outcomes

Gain practical and theoretical knowledge to:

  • Prepare a variety of dishes influenced by both local and global cuisines
  • Understand and cater to diverse dietary needs
  • Develop an appreciation for balancing flavours and textures
  • Plan, adapt, and create recipes
  • Follow proper hygiene, food safety, and workplace safety standards
  • Work collaboratively in a professional kitchen setting

Develop industry-ready skills to support your career progression, including:

  • Achievement of a nationally recognised Certificate III qualification
  • The ability to confidently prepare multi-component dishes within time limits

  • Knowledge of techniques to tailor dishes to different dietary requirements

  • A well-developed understanding of flavour combinations and an expanded palate

  • Opportunities to progress into further study in areas such as kitchen management,
    ‎patisserie, or hospitality

To gain entry into this Course, you must:

  • Must of 18 years of age,
  • To gain entry into this course, participants should
    have successfully completed year 12 or equivalent level of studies.
  • An IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent is required for entry into this program. However if a student has an IELTS score of 5.5, the student will be required to complete an English Language course to achieve the required standard prior to commencement of the course.
  • Every learner must go through a Pre-Training Review (PTR) Process. The PTR process includes a PTR form, mandatory LLN Test and a computer self-assessment test which is reviewed by the Student Support Services team (Student Support Officer, LLN Support Officer, Trainer and Assessor & the Training Manager). The PTR process ensures that educational and support needs of every learner are determined and that the learner is placed into a suitable course based on their career goals, interests, skills and knowledge assessed.

This training product has the following specific student identification requirements for an application for enrolment to be accepted.

Minimum identification requirements that must be met prior to enrolment are:

  • The provision of the student’s Unique Student Identifier (USI), and
  • Valid photo identification (for assessment purposes).

Additional student identification documentation are required for overseas/international students as follows:

  • Copy of Passport
  • National ID
  • Valid visa (for onshore students)
  • Detailed Resume
  • Previous academic records including certificates and transcripts
  • English language competency requirement i.e: IELTS/ PTE/ TOEFL

Duration: 52 Weeks

Tuition fee:

  • $ 8,200 (onshore international Students)
  • $ 9,200 (offshore international students)
  • $4,000 (domestic students)

Enrolment Fee: $250

Material Fee: $800

Course structure 25 units must be completed:

  • 20 core units
  • 5 elective units

Course Structure

Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 12 units of competency , including 5 core and 7 elective units.

Unit code
Unit name
SITHCCC023
Use food preparation equipment with influence
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
Develop and implement business plans
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
SITHCCC025
Prepare and present sandwiches
SITHCCC026
Package prepared foodstuffs
SITHCCC032
Produce cook-chill and cook-freeze foods
SITHASC020
Prepare dishes using basic methods of Asian cookery
SITHASC021
Prepare Asian appetisers and snacks

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For International Students: