SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Cricos Course Code: 112931C

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Course overview

The Certificate IV in Kitchen Management at Opulence College is an extensive 78-week program designed to provide students with advanced skills and knowledge in kitchen operations and management. This comprehensive course prepares students to excel in leadership roles within the culinary industry, covering essential topics such as menu planning, budgeting, team management, and food safety regulations.

A key component of the program is the 192-hour work placement, which offers students valuable hands-on experience in real-world kitchen environments. Opulence College is committed to supporting students by arranging placements for those in need, ensuring they have the opportunity to apply their learning in a practical setting and gain industry-relevant experience.

Throughout the program, students will receive expert guidance from experienced instructors and industry professionals, as well as access to cutting-edge facilities and resources. Upon completion of the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, graduates will be well-prepared to pursue rewarding careers as kitchen managers, executive chefs, and hospitality leaders.

Course Summary

  • Duration: 78 weeks (including term breaks)

  • This course is for: International students

  • Final exam: No

  • Please contact us at enquiry.act@opc.edu.au for our Onshore/Offshore course fees.

  • Funding: N/A

  • CRICOS Code: 112931C

  • Location: Canberra and Melbourne

  • Intakes every month. Please contact us at enquiry.act@opc.edu.au to find your suitable intake.

About Course

Course Description

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.

Our Certificate IV in Kitchen Management is a nationally recognised VET qualification.

Course Duration

  • 78 weeks (including term breaks)
  • 6 terms (10 weeks per term)

This course consists of 33 units of competency (27 core and 6 elective) delivered across a period of 78 weeks (including 18 weeks of term breaks). Students will complete 760 hours of face-to-face training, 500 hours of supervised assessment, and 192 hours of mandatory Work Placement. Students are expected to complete 360 hours of unsupervised self-study. The 60 weeks of learning are split into 6 terms of 10 weeks each, with each term covering 5-9 units of competency.

Study Mode

The delivery methods for this course include:

Face-to-Face Learning in Classroom and Kitchen

Course Entry Requirements

  1. English Proficiency Requirements:
    • Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English through one of the following:
      • IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with a minimum overall band score of 6.0, with no individual band score below 5.5.
      • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) with a minimum overall score of 50, and a minimum score of 42 in each of the four skills.
      • Any other English proficiency test deemed equivalent by Opulence College.
  2. Age Requirements:
    • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of enrolment.
  3. Academic Requirements:
    • Applicants must have successfully completed Australian Year 12 or an equivalent.

Note: Meeting these requirements does not guarantee admission, as additional factors may be considered during the selection process.

Assessments

This course will be delivered and assessed through classes, tutorials, workshop experience and activities, and prescribed readings.

Course Outcomes

Students will attain the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management and Certificate III in Commercial Cookery once all units have been completed at a competent level.

Graduates of our Certificate IV in Kitchen Management will gain the skills needed to become a competent higher-level chef and can follow a pathway to a Diploma of Hospitality Management.

Course Fees

The costs for this course are as follows:

  • Enrolment Fee: $200 (non-refundable)
  • Material Fee: $1000 (non-refundable)
  • Uniform and toolkit: $250 (non-refundable)

Please contact us at enquiry.act@opc.edu.au for more information about our course fees.

Unit of Competency

Unit CodeUnit Name
SITHCCC023Use food preparation equipment
SITHCCC027Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITHCCC028Prepare appetisers and salads
SITHCCC029Prepare stocks, sauces and soups
SITHCCC030Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes
SITHCCC031Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes
SITHCCC035Prepare poultry dishes
SITHCCC036Prepare meat dishes
SITHCCC037Prepare seafood dishes
SITHCCC041Produce cakes, pastries and breads
SITHCCC042Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
SITHCCC043Work effectively as a cook
SITHKOP010Plan and cost recipes
SITHKOP012Develop recipes for special dietary requirements
SITHKOP013Plan cooking operations
SITHKOP015Design and cost menus
SITHPAT016Produce desserts
SITXCOM010Manage conflict
SITXFIN009Manage finances within a budget
SITXFSA005Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITXFSA006Participate in safe food handling practices
SITXFSA008Develop and implement a food safety program
SITXHRM008Roster staff
SITXHRM009Lead and manage people
SITXINV006Receive, store and maintain stock
SITXMGT004Monitor work operations
SITXWHS007Implement and monitor work health and safety practices
SITXCCS014Provide service to customers
SITXCCS015Enhance customer service experiences
SITXFIN008Interpret financial information
SITHCCC026Package prepared foodstuffs
SITHCCC038Produce and serve food for buffets
SITHCCC040Prepare and serve cheese
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