Certificate II in Kitchen Operations (Units 3 and 4 - Second Year)

This second-year stream is the continuation of the Kitchen Operations stream of the Dual Program – SIT20316 Certificate II in Hospitality and SIT20416 Certificate II in Kitchen Operations (Partial Completion).

This stream provides students with the skills and knowledge to be competent in a range of kitchen functions and food preparation activities. It will enable students to work in entry level positions in various hospitality enterprises where food is prepared and served.

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Enrolment Type VE1

Waitlist only

Consider this course if.....

Like to work in a fast-paced environment
Enjoy cooking, are creative and have a passion for food
Are interested in working in an industrial kitchen
Have the ability to multitask and pay attention to detail
Possess excellent time management skills
Enjoy being well presented and have good personal hygiene
Have the ability to listen and follow instructions

Prerequisite

Successful completion of the Dual Program – SIT20316 Certificate II in Hospitality and SIT20416 Certificate II in Kitchen Operations (Partial Completion).

Additional Requirements/Information

Students are required to wear a full chef’s uniform during all practical classes and holiday training programs.

Program Content

Sample competencies covered in Units 3 & 4 include:

Prepare appetisers and salads
Prepare stocks, sauces and soups
Prepare poultry dishes

Career opportunities

Chef
Cook
Food Production
Catering Manager
Kitchen Hand

Work placement

40 hours of Back of House work placement is compulsory (i.e. 12 service periods).

Contribution to VCE/VCAL/Vocational Major

VCE/VCAL/VM: Students will be eligible for one VCE VET Units 3 & 4 sequence.

ATAR: Students wishing to receive an ATAR contribution for the Units 3 & 4 sequence must undertake scored assessment for the purposes of gaining a study score. This study score can contribute directly to the primary four or as a fifth or sixth study. VCAL and the VCE Vocational Major do not contribute towards an ATAR.