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Commercial Cookery
COURSE CODE: SIT40521

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

INTAKES

Monthly

DURATION

78 weeks

Domestic Fee

$5,000

INDUSTRY PLACEMENT

48 Completed Shifts

CRICOS CODES

109532M

NUMBER OF UNITS

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Yes

Explore Course by campus:
Brisbane South Hobart

What study modes are available?

  • Entirely On Campus
  • Entirely Online (Face to Face)
  • Entirely Online (Self-study)
  • Mixed Mode (Part On-Campus & Online)
20 CONTACT HOURS PER WEEK*

*Domestic students are only required to attend practical & lecture sessions.

Explore Course by campus:
Brisbane South Hobart

The Certificate IV in Kitchen Management builds on the Certificate III and provides more advanced culinary skills, and trains you how to run a commercial kitchen.

About this Course:

Make culinary discoveries with a Certificate IV in Kitchen Management. This course prepares students for work in a commercial kitchen, including roles without supervision.

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.

Our qualifications also offer articulations and packaging with Australia’s best universities, including Griffith University, Torrens, The University of Southern Queensland, Macleay College and the University of Tasmania.

What You’ll Learn:

  • general food preparation techniques
  • how to prepare a wide variety of dish types
  • people management
  • leadership, and conflict resolution skills
  • how to work effectively in the commercial cooking industry
  • patisserie (Elective units)
  • human resource management (Elective units)
  • finance (Elective units)

Career Outcomes

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

AGE
18
GRADE
11
IELTS
4.5

Age

Minimum age of 18 years

Education & Experience Requirements

Year 11 Australian Senior High School Certificate, or equivalent (e.g. completion of Year 12 or High School in the students home country) with full academic results.

English Language

Lower-Intermediate English (equivalent to 4.5 academic or general IELTS)

Required Identification

Photo ID and evidence of citizenship (international students must provide copy of passport)

Computer Skills & Equipment

Students on this course require computer access for learning purposes and to complete course assessments. As such, learners must have beginner/intermediate computing skills including use of Microsoft Office programmes, in addition to hardware requirements of a desktop or portable computer with keyboard, pointing device, speaker, web camera and microphone, and a broadband internet connection.

Additional Requirements

Applicants for this course must be able to make themselves available to undertake the industry placement that forms part of the training and assessment activity.

Further Information

Students who are unable to meet the academic or English language criteria may in some cases be eligble to undertake our Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN) test. Criteria may change at any time without notice. Additional English language requirements may apply to international applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds wishing to articulate on a visa package into a university programme. Students must be able to (and are required to) enrol, participate, demonstrate progression-of, and complete this course.

UNITS

CORE UNITS

Unit Code
Unit Name
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, egg and farinaceous dishes
SITHCCC031
Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes
SITHCCC035
Prepare poultry dishes
SITHCCC037
Prepare seafood dishes
SITHCCC036
Prepare meat dishes
SITHCCC042
Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
SITHCCC041
Produce cakes, pastries and breads
SITHCCC043
Work effectively as a cook
SITHKOP010
Plan and cost recipes
SITHKOP012
Develop menus for special dietary requirements
SITHKOP005
Coordinate cooking operations
SITHPAT016
Produce desserts
SITXCOM010
Manage conflict
SITXFIN009
Manage finances within a budget
SITXFSA005
Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITXFSA006
Participate in safe food handling practices
SITXHRM007
Coach others in job skills
SITXHRM009
Lead and manage people
SITXINV006
Receive, store and maintain stock
SITXMGT004
Monitor work operations
SITXWHS007
Implement and monitor work health and safety practices

ELECTIVE UNITS

Unit Code
Unit Name
SITXCCS016
Provide service to customers
SITXHRM008
Roster staff

ELECTIVE UNITS

Unit Code
Unit Name
SITXFSA008
Develop and implement a food safety program
SITHKOP013
Plan cooking operations
SITHKOP015
Design and cost menus
SITXHRM009
Lead and manage people

ELECTIVE UNITS

Unit Code
Unit Name
SITHCCC026
Package prepared foodstuffs
SITHKOP014
Plan catering for events or functions
SITHPAT014
Produce yeast based bakery products

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Course Details

Brisbane South Intake Dates

2023 Academic Calendar & Intake Dates:
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2024 Academic Calendar & Intake Dates:
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Brisbane South Tuition Fees

Course NameCourse
Duration
Domestic / Permanent ResidentCampus
Availability
Intakes
Certificate IV in Kitchen Management78 weeks$5,000EMP HBTMonthly

Additional Fees:

Enrolment Fee: $250
Material Fee: $1000

Further Information:

The material fee includes a uniform, and cookery kit. This kit is required for Certificate III and Certificate IV.


Brisbane South Study & Schedule

KEY:
Lecture (F2F Online)
Lecture (On-Campus)
Practical (Offsite)
Practical (On Campus)
Supervised Training (Online)
Tutorial (F2F Online)
Tutorial (On Campus)
Session Recorded

Group A

MondayMon
Okey Dokey Cafe
9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Robert Sauer
Okey Dokey Cafe
1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Robert Sauer
TuesdayTue
Teams
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Aanat Abdelhak
Teams
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Aanat Abdelhak
WednesdayWed
ThursdayThu
FridayFri
Room 6
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Aanat Abdelhak
SaturdaySat
SundaySun

Brisbane South Course TRAINERS

Robert Sauer

Not Provided

Aanat Abdelhak

Aanat is one of Brisbane’s most experienced cookery & patisserie trainers, having lead dozens of cohorts at industry leaders including Franklyn Scholar.

Brisbane South Campus & Facilities

Your Campus

Established in 2016

NIET Group Eight Mile Plains Centre is our very first campus, established in 2016 to deliver our very first affordable programmes under NIET. Today it’s our head office, hosting 2 classrooms, student study area, and training kitchen – in addition to our group’s corporate, compliance & accounting divisions.

Built for Diverse Learners

This is the hub of the NIET’s massage, business and hospitality programmes, NIET Group’s Eight Mile Plains learning centre is based on the south side of Brisbane. With integrated operational cafe and massage facilities, Eight Mile Plains centre is the perfect facility to help our commercial cookery and massage students learn and grow, experiencing real-life businesses as they study.

Session Locations

Okey Dokey Cafe
  • Home Electic Ovens
  • Stainless Bench

Our original training cafe at Eight Mile Plains with training space for 5 students.

Teams
  • Online Video Conference

Whether you’re working with teammates on a project or planning a weekend activity with loved ones, Microsoft Teams helps bring people together so that they can get things done. It’s the only app that has chats, meetings, files, tasks, and calendars in one place—so you can easily connect with people and bring plans to life.

Ann Room 6
  • Projector
  • Multimedia Wall
  • Lecture Seating

NIET Group Ann Street Centre is the home of Charlton Brown vocational courses in Brisbane CBD, with a dedicated Fashion Lab, aged care and child care training facilities. With 10 massive classrooms and intimate breakout rooms.

Hobart Intake Dates

2023 Academic Calendar & Intake Dates:
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2024 Academic Calendar & Intake Dates:
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Note: information provided for guidance only, may change without notice.


Hobart Tuition Fees

Course NameCourse
Duration
Domestic / Permanent ResidentCampus
Availability
Intakes
Certificate IV in Kitchen Management78 weeks$5,000EMP HBTMonthly

Additional Fees:

Enrolment Fee: $250
Material Fee: $1000

Further Information:

The material fee includes a uniform, and cookery kit. This kit is required for Certificate III and Certificate IV.


Hobart Study & Schedule

KEY:
Lecture (F2F Online)
Lecture (On-Campus)
Practical (Offsite)
Practical (On Campus)
Supervised Training (Online)
Tutorial (F2F Online)
Tutorial (On Campus)
Session Recorded

Group A

MondayMon
The Refectory
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Jean-Philippe René
The Refectory
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Jean-Philippe René
TuesdayTue
The Refectory
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Jean-Philippe René
The Refectory
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Jean-Philippe René
WednesdayWed
ThursdayThu
Teams
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Jean-Philippe René
FridayFri
SaturdaySat
SundaySun

Hobart Course TRAINERS

Jean-Philippe René

My name is Jean-Philippe René, 41 years old originally from Mauritius Island. Been in the Hospitality industry since 1999. Starting as Bar helper and by 2004 was managing Bars for Club Med in South East Asia. Came to Australia in 2007, worked 5 years in Fine dining in Melbourne, then managing few venues around, from Golf club, Yacht club, café, and Pizza shop. Join the training industry in 2016. In 2018 join NIET teaching Commercial cookery certificate 3 and 4, also Diploma and advance diploma of hospitality management. I do also some short courses such as Licensee &Advance Licensee courses and RSA for the liquor Industry. And actually, living in Tasmania.

Hobart Campus & Facilities

Your Campus

Getting settled in Hobart

Based right in Salamanca Place, NIET Group Hobart Centre is a regional campus delivering one of Tasmania’s largest private vocational offerings. Located high on the fourth floor, views reach out across the Derwent river, with the campus affording study spaces tailor designed for learning & study. Hospitality students also benefit from proximity to outstanding venues located nearby.

Built for Diverse Learners

The facility offers functional classrooms, modest breakout spaces, and equipped massage clinic and training facility, with the capability to offer walk-in massage therapy.

Session Locations

The Refectory by NIET
  • Commercial Kitchen
  • Gas burners
  • KitchenAid Appliances

Nestled in UTAS’ sandy bay campus, NIET’s Commercial training Kitchen is handily in the old Refectory. THEREF provides NIET with a comprehensive analog to a commercial kitchen, with all the space and equipment to learn the ropes.

Teams
  • Online Video Conference

Whether you’re working with teammates on a project or planning a weekend activity with loved ones, Microsoft Teams helps bring people together so that they can get things done. It’s the only app that has chats, meetings, files, tasks, and calendars in one place—so you can easily connect with people and bring plans to life.

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Hannah
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Rob is such an amazing trainer. He makes the environment positive and enjoyable. You can ask him any questions and he'll answer for sure.
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Rahul Maharjan
Certificate III and IV in Commercial Cookery
I've had a really fantastic time studying with the institute - our training team are really personable and give us a really in-depth and industry-relevant training experience - both in terms of learning to cook, but also running a kitchen.
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Why study with ?

Very Affordable.

Our low fees are designed to make education accessible to all students, and we provide a range of funding options, and customised payment schedules.

Lots of Pathway Options.

We offer more than 200 different package and pathway options to award-winning Australian universities, like Griffith and UTAS.

Accessible Entry Requirements.

Our college caters to learners of all academic backgrounds and English levels, with a huge range of free study support and tutoring options.

Just the education you need.

Our hyper-focused training programmes are designed to get students out into industry, with exactly the skills that industry demand.

How do I apply?

Our application process is free, easy & there’s no obligation.

1

Submit an Application

It’s free, takes around 5 minutes, and helps our team make sure you’re eligible. If you have any questions, for example around how to pay, funding, schedule, placement etc, ask them at the same time.

2

Accept your letter of offer

Our team will send you a letter of offer for you to accept. Send it back, pay your enrolment fee, then our incredible Admissions team will send you an onboarding pack, and schedule in your classes. Welcome onboard!

Great learning experience! A very welcoming environment with a great location in Hobart City! Huge thanks to trainer Jean for his enthusiasm and dedication.

Rajitha Pathum

I received a job offer from Goodstart Early Learning after my work placement. This is not possible without my trainer-Adam’s guidance!

Sunny Yang

I enrolled in NIET while starting a new life in Tasmania. I received lots of help from the administration and teachers. I used to struggle a lot to do my assignments. Dimpy has helped me with one-on-one consultations after classes. Classes were very engaging and interactive. Overall, I had an amazing experience with NIET.

Pragati Koirala

This course is well tailored and provides me with a good understanding of community service industry. Rhea is knowledgeable and provides excellent assistance. NIET provides students with excellent facilities and resources. Highly recommend NIET Hobart!

Olivia Mathews

I highly recommend Advanced Diploma of Translating. Da Teng is very helpful and supportive to all students and thanks to him, I passed NAATI and became a certified translator. I also improved my English a lot from this course. It was a great learning experience.

Michy W.

I am really happy to share my thoughts on my Trainer Dimpy Rani. She is approachable and informative when teaching students. She puts so much effort for every student to thrive professionally. She is not only a trainer, but also a motivational speaker, who knows how to boost the confidence in her students. I am thankful to the whole NIET STAFF for their support and services during the course.

Faisal Shehzad

Great experience with a great teacher, Mr. Alvin. When classes were online, despite the time differences, Alvin still managed to bring everyone together and maintain an engaging class. He’s always open for discussions and dedicated to help students achieving their goals.

James Bastos

I’m very grateful to Yanna, Jess and Bri for always helping and pushing be to be better! Going to campus was always so amazing that it never felt like studying, it was something I really enjoyed to be part of. I’m gonna miss so much the trainers and everything. Thanks for creating an amazing environment to us. I had great moments and I learned so much that I will never forget.

Mariana

“NIET offers flexible classes for me so I could still meet my family responsibilities while getting my certificate. Now I started my dream jobs so I and my family are very happy that I started my study at NIET.”

Sarah T

“I can utilise the skills gained from my business study course. I have met wonderful people throughout my study journey – from my study group and trainers to very helpful student services staff. My experience with NIET has been a very rewarding one. I have applied my knowledge and skills to real world experiences, and can really see the benefits it brings to my own business.”

Sarah R
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