SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management
CRICOS Code : 109697A
Qualification Description
Are you passionate about the culinary arts and interested in advancing your career in the food industry? Look no further than the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management. This comprehensive program is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to excel in kitchen operations and management. Throughout this course, you will learn essential techniques for food preparation, gain insight into kitchen operations, and develop strong leadership and management abilities. Whether you’re a seasoned chef looking to enhance your managerial skills or an aspiring kitchen manager seeking to enter the industry with a competitive edge, this certificate will equip you with the expertise to succeed.
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. 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.
Course Structure
To be awarded the qualification of SIT 40521 Certificate IV Kitchen Management, a student must successfully
complete a total of Thirty-three (33) units of competency, comprising of:
Twenty-seven (27) core units and, Six (6) elective units
By enrolling in the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from experienced industry professionals and gain hands-on experience in a real-world kitchen environment. Additionally, you’ll acquire the expertise to effectively manage food safety practices, optimize kitchen workflows, and lead a team of culinary professionals to deliver exceptional dining experiences. This certificate will provide you with the skills and confidence to thrive in a dynamic and rewarding industry. Don’t miss the chance to elevate your culinary career and become a leader in kitchen management. Enrol in the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management today and take the first step toward a successful and fulfilling career in the food industry.
Career Guidance
Participants are provided with advice on career development and training options throughout the delivery of the program.
Admissions Entry Requirements
- All students must be of 18 years of age or over at the time of applying for admission at Barkly International College.
- IELTS band score of 6.0 in each of the four test components (listening, reading, writing, and speaking) with DHA regulations.
- Satisfactory completion of studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification is required for entry into all courses.
- Mature age students will also be considered without the minimum education requirements but with relevant work experience within chosen area of study and a demonstrated capacity to meet course requirements.
- A Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment must be undertaken by all International Students prior to enrolling into the course.
UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |||
Core Units | ||||
SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | |||
SITHCCC027 | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery | |||
SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes | |||
SITHCCC041 | Produce cakes, pastries and breads | |||
SITHCCC028 | Prepare appetisers and salads | |||
SITHCCC035 | Prepare poultry dishes | |||
SITHCCC023 | Use food preparation equipment | |||
SITHCCC029 | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups | |||
SITHCCC030 | Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes | |||
SITHCCC031 | Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes | |||
SITHCCC036 | Prepare meat dishes | |||
SITHCCC037 | Prepare seafood dishes | |||
SITHCCC042 | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements | |||
SITHPAT016 | Produce desserts | |||
SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | |||
SITXINV006* | Receive, store and maintain stock | |||
SITHCCC043 | Work effectively as a cook | |||
SITXHRM008 | Roster staff | |||
SITXFIN009 | Manage finances within a budget | |||
SITXHRM009 | Lead and manage people | |||
SITXMGT004 | Monitor work operations | |||
SITXWHS007 | Implement and monitor work health and safety practices | |||
SITHKOP013* | Plan cooking operations | |||
SITXCOM010 | Manage conflict | |||
SITHKOP015* | Design and cost menus | |||
SITHKOP012* | Develop recipes for special dietary requirements | |||
SITXFSA008* | Develop and implement a food safety program | |||
Elective Units | ||||
SITXHRM007 | Coach others in job skills | |||
SITHCCC040 | Prepare and serve cheese | |||
SITHCCC039 | Produce pates and terrines | |||
SITHCCC026 | Package prepared foodstuffs | |||
SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices | |||
SITHKOP009 | Clean kitchen premises and equipment |
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Your existing skills obtained through previous work, education and life experiences may make you eligible to receive formal recognition towards your qualification through the Recognition of Prior Learning process.
This process acknowledges that people learn in many different ways and that learning may have been obtained through formal or informal learning. To receive RPL, your skills, training and experiences are assessed against recognised qualifications.
Applications for RPL should be made prior to enrolling. To discuss RPL for this course please contact us on Barkly International College on (03) 9600 2996 and ask to speak to the Course Coordinator for this qualification or the Training Manager.
Course Credits
Barkly International College accepts and provides credit(s) to learners for units of competency and/or modules (unless licensing or regulatory requirements prevent this) where these are evidenced by:
- AQF certification documentation issued by any other RTO or AQF authorised issuing organisation.
- Authenticated VET transcripts issued by the Registrar.
Credit will be granted not only for studies completed at an RTO, but at any authorised issuing organisation, such as a university. In such cases, an analysis as to the equivalence of the study completed with the relevant unit/s or module/s would need to be completed before any credit could be granted.