Qualification Name Package: SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (CRICOS Course Code: 109493B) and SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management (CRICOS Course Code: 113408C)
AQF Level AQF Level 4 and AQF Level 5
Duration 104 weeks
Fees

Tuition Fee: $15000.00 AUD

Enrolment Fee: $200.00 AUD

Material Fee: $1000.00 AUD *

* The material fees for the course include:
  • Learning and assessment materials (including raw materials used in the commercial kitchen
  • Full uniform and safety boots
  • Chef knife set

Other Fees: Please refer to the International Fees Schedule

Intake Dates

2024

08 Jan 08 Apr
08 Jul 07 Oct

2025

06 Jan 07 Apr
07 Jul 06 Oct

Course Description

The SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management & SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management is for individual to develop a wide range of cookery skills in individuals that are intending to become a commercial cook and within the hospitality operations. Students will learn to operate independently, have responsibility for others and make a range of operational business decisions.

Entry Requirements

  • Minimum 18 years of age
  • Must have completed equivalent to Australian year 12
  • IELTS band 6.0 or equivalent

Delivery locations

Location

Address

Operating Hours

Sydney Campus

Classroom

Suite 602 & 603, Level 6, 541 Kent Street, SYDNEY NSW 2000

Suite 701, Level 7, 541 Kent Street, SYDNEY NSW 2000

Mon – Fri

8:30 – 17.00

Kitchen

Suite 7/7A, 418A Elizabeth Street, SURRY HILLS NSW 2010 (65 Holt Street, SURRY HILLS NSW 2010)

Mon – Thurs

7:00 – 15:00

Melbourne Campus

Classroom

Suite 301, Level 3, 201 Fitzroy Street, ST KILDA VIC 3182

Mon – Fri

8:30 – 17.00

Kitchen

Suite 301, Level 3, 201 Fitzroy Street, ST KILDA VIC 3182

Mon – Thurs

7:30 – 15:00

Assessment Methods

The course includes theory & practical training & assessment, which are conducted in a training room and a commercial kitchen.

The SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, the student has a requirement that students must complete a work placement component in the hospitality industry. All students are expected to complete the required 48 services periods.

Students will need to complete 48 complete food service periods in a workplace environment. Students are required to prepare dishes for customers within the typical time constraints of a busy commercial kitchen. Details of the shifts, the type of service and the tasks undertaken will be recorded within the student’s work placement logbook.

All students are encouraged to seek work experience in a local restaurant during their course of study. Such work experience can count as food service shifts at any time during the course however time will be allocated in weeks 66 – 75 for completion of the food service shifts. Students will be responsible in finding their own vocational work placements and it must be pre-approved by the College. Students who are unable will be supported (not guarantee)  in finding a suitable venue.

Assessments may be conducted through a combination of written questions and answers, case studies, roleplays, practical demonstrations and work placement.

Course Structure

Total number of units = 33 | 27 core units plus┃6 elective units
You must achieve a competent result in the 33 units to obtain the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management.

Unit CodeUnit NameUnit Type
SITHCCC023Use food preparation equipment *Core
SITHCCC027Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery *Core
SITHCCC028Prepare appetisers and salads *Core
SITHCCC029Prepare stocks, sauces and soups *Core
SITHCCC030Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes +Core
SITHCCC035Prepare poultry dishes +Core
SITHCCC037Prepare seafood dishes +Core
SITHCCC036Prepare meat dishes +Core
SITHCCC042Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements +Core
SITHCCC041Produce cakes, pastries and breads *Core
SITHCCC043Work effectively as a cook +Core
SITHKOP010Plan and cost recipesCore
SITHKOP012Develop recipes for special dietary requirements ^Core
SITHKOP013Plan cooking operations *Core
SITHPAT016Produce desserts *Core
SITXCOM010Manage conflictCore
SITXFIN009Manage finances within a budgetCore
SITXFSA005Use hygienic practices for food safetyCore
SITXFSA006Participate in safe food handling practicesCore
SITXHRM009Lead and manage peopleCore
SITXINV006Receive, store and maintain stock *Core
SITXMGT004Monitor work operationsCore
SITXWHS007Implement and monitor work health and safety practicesCore
SITHCCC031Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes +Core
SITHKOP015Design and cost menus #Core
SITXFSA008Develop and implement a food safety program ~Core
SITXHRM008Roster staffCore
SITHCCC038Produce and serve food for buffets +Elective
SITHCCC039Produce pates and terrines +Elective
SITHKOP011Plan and implement service of buffets *Elective
SITXINV007Purchase goodsElective
SITXINV008Control stockElective
SITXWHS006Identify hazards, assess and control safety risksElective
* Has a Pre-requiste unit, SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety.
~ Has Pre-requiste units, SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety & SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices.
+ Has Pre-requiste units, SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety & SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery.
^ Has Pre-requiste units, SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety, SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery, SITHCCC042 Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements & SITHKOP010 Plan and cost recipes.
# Has a Pre-requiste unit, SITHKOP010 Plan and cost recipes.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Choice Business College offers everyone the opportunity to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL at enrolment. You may be granted creditor partial credit in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or prior training.

Credit Transfer

Choice Business College recognises qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework by Registered Training Organisations.

Pathways

Student who successfully complete the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management with CBC, will continue their studies into the SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management.

Assessment Methods

Applicable to SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management – Package)

Assessments may be conducted through a combination of written questions and answers, case studies, role-plays and demonstrations.

Course Structure

Learners must achieve a competent result in the twenty-eight (28) units to obtain the SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management qualification.

Within the twenty-eight (28) units, student will receive twenty-three (23) units as a credit transfer from the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, which means student will be required to complete an additional Five (5) units to complete the SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management qualification. For a breakdown of:

  • Twenty-three (23) units as a credit transfer
  • Five (5) units to complete Please refer to the table below.

The twenty-one (23) units as a credit are as follow:

Unit codeUnit nameUnit Type
SITHCCC023Use food preparation equipmentCT
SITHCCC027Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookeryCT
SITHCCC028Prepare appetisers and saladsCT
SITHCCC029Prepare stocks, sauces and soupsCT
SITHCCC030Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishesCT
SITHCCC035Prepare poultry dishesCT
SITHCCC037Prepare seafood dishesCT
SITHCCC036Prepare meat dishesCT
SITHCCC042Prepare food to meet special dietary requirementsCT
SITHCCC043Work effectively as a cookCT
SITHKOP010Plan and cost recipesCT
SITXFSA005Use hygienic practices for food safetyCT
SITXFSA006Participate in safe food handling practicesCT
SITXINV006Receive, store and maintain stockCT
SITHCCC031Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishesCT
SITXINV007Purchase goodsCT
SITXINV008Control stockCT
SITXCOM010Manage conflictCT
SITXFIN009Manage finances within a budgetCT
SITXHRM009Lead and manage peopleCT
SITXMGT004Monitor work operationsCT
SITXWHS007Implement and monitor work health and safety practicesCT
SITXHRM008Roster staffCT
The remaining Five (5) units of competency are as follows:

UNIT CODEUNIT NAMEUNIT TYPE
SITXCCS015Enhance customer service experiencesCore
SITXCCS016Develop and manage quality customer service practicesCore
SITXFIN010Prepare and monitor budgetsCore
SITXGLC002Identify and manage legal risks and comply with lawCore
SITXMGT005Establish and conduct business relationshipsCore

Pathways

Students who successfully complete the SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management, may pursue SIT60316 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management or Bachelor Degree with another CRICOS Registered Provider.

Unique Student Identifier (USI)

All students are required by the Australian Government to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). If you do not have a USI, we cannot issue your credential (Certificate & Transcript, or Statement of Attainment).