Stanley College
Stanley College

SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Course Overview

Develop competency in cookery and acquire the skills and knowledge to lead a team. Learn to implement operational plans and food safety programs. Acquire skills in people management, inventory control and budgeting.

  • Duration:
    26 weeks including 6 weeks of holidays.

    • No Work-Based Training applies to this course.
    • For students who have completed the SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.

  • Tuition Fee

    • International Students
      $5,600 + Materials Fee $380*
    • Domestic Students
      $5,200 + Materials Fee $380*
    • Easy payment plans available

  • Mode of Study:
    The delivery methods for this course include:

    • Face-to-face Classroom-Based Learning
    • Practical Training and Assessment in Stanley College’s The Culinary Workshop.
    • Work-Based Training
    • Distance Learning and Assessment

  • Intake Dates:

    • 2024: 8 Jan, 18 Mar, 27 May, 5 Aug, 7 Oct
    • 2025: 6 Jan, 17 Mar, 26 May, 4 Aug, 13 Oct

  • Location:
    Perth

  • CRICOS Code:
    109687C

  • Duration:
    78 weeks including 18 weeks of holidays.

    • Work Based Training of 10 weeks @ 20 hours per week (total=200 hours)

  • Tuition Fee

    • Domestic Students
      $16,100 + Materials Fee $1,660*
    • Government Funding Available for eligible domestic students^
    • Easy payment plans available

  • Mode of Study:
    The delivery methods for this course include:

    • Face-to-face Classroom-Based Learning
    • Practical Training and Assessment in Stanley College’s The Culinary Workshop.
    • Work-Based Training
    • Distance Learning and Assessment

  • Intake Dates:

    • 2024: 8 Jan, 18 Mar, 27 May, 5 Aug, 7 Oct
    • 2025: 6 Jan, 17 Mar, 26 May, 4 Aug, 13 Oct

  • Location:
    Perth

  • CRICOS Code:
    109687C

Classes are rostered for 2½ days per week.
Full-Time studies require students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.

^Funding is available for Domestic Students ONLY under the Jobs and Skills WA Program:
(Option 2: Direct Entry Pathway available ONLY)
Concession Course Fee^: $622.08
Non-Concession Course Fee^: $2,099.52

For more information on Funded Courses including Entry Requirements, click here

^ The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as resource fees and other fees. These must be charged in accordance with the Fees and Charges Policy. Eligibility criteria apply. Prices as per the VET Fees and Charges Policy 2024.

*The Materials Fee covers equipment and resources used in the delivery of your course at Stanley College.

Please familiarise yourself with the applicable Stanley College Refund and Cancellation Policy:
International Student Refund and Cancellation Policy
Local Student Refund and Cancellation Policy

Course Entry Requirements

Completion of Australian Year 11 or equivalent; OR

Intermediate Level of English
OR
IELTS Test Score of 5.0
OR
Other recognised English Language tests such as:

  • TOEFL iBT: 35-45
  • PTE Academic: 36
  • Cambridge English: 154
  • OET: D Grade
  • Duolingo English Test: 75-80
  • CEFR Levels / Oxford Test: B1

OR
Completion of Australian qualifications, evidence of certificate III level or above

Other Requirements

For International Students and Domestic Students

Option 1: 26 Weeks (Advanced Standing Pathway)
Completion of SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

For Domestic Students

Option 2: 78 Weeks (Direct Entry Pathway)
No prerequisite entry requirements exist for this course.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition is available (on application) to students with prior skills, experience, knowledge or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training, in a related area. Recognition may reduce the duration of your studies.

Job Outlook

This qualification suits students seeking a career in the following job roles:

  • Chef
  • Chef de partie
  • 72%
    Full-time share
  • 13.9%
    Projected Future Growth
  • 70K
    Average Commencing Salary
  • $1250
    Weekly earnings

Source: Labour Market Insights for a Chef report

Work Based Training

During Work Based Training, you will be able to practice your skills and knowledge in real workplace settings. This will assist you to be job-ready> at graduation. Stanley College has entered into Work Based Training agreements with a number of employers.

All Work Based Training is organised by Stanley College’s Employment Liaison Team in consultation with students.

> completing a course at Stanley College, does not guarantee a migration outcome. If you decide you want to undertake further study or work in Australia, on graduation, you will need to check whether your visa allows this or whether you need to apply for a new visa by referring to www.homeaffairs.gov.au for more information.

Course Content

To meet the requirements of this qualification, students must have successfully completed the SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery * and all units of competency listed below:

*Where students have completed the pre-requisite entry requirement course (SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery) with a different provider, this may impact which units of competency are required for completion as part of this pathway.
Unit Code Unit Title
SITHKOP012 Develop recipes for special dietary requirements
SITHKOP013 Plan cooking operations
SITHKOP015 Design and cost menus
SITXCOM010 Manage conflict
SITXFIN009 Manage finances within a budget
SITXFSA008 Develop and implement a food safety program
SITXHRM008 Roster staff
SITXHRM009 Lead and manage people
SITXMGT004 Monitor work operations
SITXWHS007 Implement and monitor work health and safety practices

Students must successfully complete the following units:

Unit code Unit title
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, eggs and farinaceous dishes
SITHCCC031 Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes
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
SITHKOP010 Plan and cost recipes
SITHKOP012 Develop recipes for special dietary requirements
SITHKOP013 Plan cooking operations
SITHKOP015 Design and cost menus
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
SITXFSA008 Develop and implement a food safety program
SITXHRM008 Roster staff
SITXHRM009 Lead and manage people
SITXINV006 Receive, store and maintain stock
SITXMGT004 Monitor work operations
SITXWHS007 Implement and monitor work health and safety practices
SITHCCC038 Produce and serve food for buffets
SITHCCC026 Package prepared foodstuffs
SITHCCC040 Prepare and serve cheese
SITXCOM007 Show social and cultural sensitivity
BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices
SITXWHS005 Participate in safe work practices

Training and Assessment

For further information on where this qualification is trained/assessed and the types of assessment methods used, please click here.

Government Funding

For Domestic Students
Domestic students may be entitled to Youth Allowance, Austudy/Abstudy or the Pensioner Education Supplement. For enquiries, please contact Centrelink on 132 490.

Other Expenses

For other fees and expenses including Administration Fee, Health Cover, Recognition of Prior Learning, Late and Reassessment Fees click here

Further Studies

On completion of the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, students may pursue a SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management (Commercial Cookery pathway) course at Stanley College or other CRICOS registered training organisations.

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