SIT40521- Certificate IV in Kitchen Management
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.
The latest release of the qualification and packaging rules can be found at the following link:
https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/SIT40521
Australian National Education has the following entry requirements:
International students must:
- be at least 18 years of age and have completed year 12 or equivalent
- participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs
- have an IELTS* score of 5.5 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
- educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or
- successful completion of an English Placement Test.
*Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students are required to provide their results so that it can be confirmed they are equivalent to IELTS 5.5.
Classroom:
- Level 6, 8-24 Kippax Street, Surry Hills, NSW 2010
Kitchen:
- Suite 7, 418A Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010
Various workplaces for work placement
The following units are included in this course and all are required for the award of the qualification. Students who only complete some units will be awarded with a Statement of Attainment for units successfully completed.
| SITHCCC023* | Use food preparation equipment | Core |
| SITHCCC027* | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery | Core |
| SITHCCC028* | Prepare appetisers and salads | Core |
| SITHCCC029* | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups | Core |
| SITHCCC030* | Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC031* | Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC035* | Prepare poultry dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC036* | Prepare meat dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC037* | Prepare seafood dishes | Core |
| SITHCCC041* | Produce cakes, pastries and breads | Core |
| SITHCCC042* | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements | Core |
| SITHCCC043* | Work effectively as a cook | Core |
| SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes | Core |
| SITHKOP012* | Develop recipes for special dietary requirements | Core |
| SITHKOP013* | Plan cooking operations | Core |
| SITHKOP015* | Design and cost menus | Core |
| SITHPAT016* | Produce desserts | Core |
| SITXCOM010 | Manage conflict | Core |
| SITXFIN009 | Manage finances within a budget | Core |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | Core |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | Core |
| SITXFSA008* | Develop and implement a food safety program | Core |
| SITXHRM008 | Roster staff | Core |
| SITXHRM009 | Lead and manage people | Core |
| SITXINV006* | Receive, store and maintain stock | Core |
| SITXMGT004 | Monitor work operations | Core |
| SITXWHS007 | Implement and monitor work health and safety practices | Core |
| SITHCCC044 | Prepare Specialised Food Items | Elective |
| SITHCCC040 | Prepare and serve cheese | Elective |
| SITHCCC039 | Produce pates and terrines | Elective |
| SITHASC024 | Prepare Asian Salads | Elective |
| BSBTWK501 | Lead diversity and inclusion | Elective |
| SITXWHS006 | Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks | Elective |
Who should apply for this course and why? This course is targeted at international students who are:
- Seeking to pursue a career in Kitchen Management
- Seeking to enter a new industry sector
- Seeking a pathway to higher-level qualifications
Completing this course may provide you with employment or learning opportunities. Potential employment options are in the Kitchen Management sector in the roles such as chef or chef de partie. Further education pathways may include the SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management.
This course is delivered face-to-face in a classroom-based setting, as well as through online delivery (via microsoft teams ) and workplace based training. The timetable for this course will be advised in your Offer Letter and Student Agreement. You are required to attend classes for 20 hours per week for 60 study weeks (6 terms of 10 weeks each). Holidays are two weeks per term. Class sessions include a mix of theory and practical activities with a focus on creating a real life workplace. Through online delivery (via microsoft teams ), you will be provided with a guide which includes activities which you must complete and hand into your trainer and assessor each week. In addition to classroom based learning and through online delivery (via microsoft teams ), you will also need to complete approximately 5 hours of additional, unsupervised study per week including general reading and research for assessments. As part of this course you will also need to complete 60 service periods. Twelve of these service periods will be completed in the training kitchen. The other 48 service periods are to be completed as part of a professional placement. The professional placement will be completed in a Kitchen Management setting (e.g. restaurant, café, function centre, etc) and we will assist you to find a work placement or you can find your own. Your professional placement will be discussed in detail with you once you start your course. You will also need to complete assessments for this course which may include:
- Written questions
- Projects
- Presentations
- Reports
- Role plays/observations
- Portfolios/journal
- Workplace hours log
At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed. Your classes will be conducted in modern classrooms and the training kitchen and you will be able to access Wi-Fi. There are also areas for you to relax, as well as conduct additional study. You will be provided with a Student Guide relevant to each unit in your course. Textbooks are also available onsite for you to use and borrow if you wish.
ANE college realises that international students may face difficulties while studying with us. Therefore, we willingly support students through following services:
- To assist students with their personal issues, such as, accommodation, communication, transportation, preparation for part-time employment opportunities, referring to professional counselling services.
- To access to additional learning resources.
- To assist student with assessments’ resubmission through Student Support Plan.
- To participate in social and welfare events
- To identify information about external sources of support.
Assessment methods used for this qualification will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes including:
- Written questions,
- Projects,
- Presentations Reports,
- Role plays/observations
At the beginning of each unit, trainers will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.
In order to meet visa requirements, as international students, you are required to satisfactorily complete course progress and class attendance. For further information, please read the International Student Handbook carefully and attend Orientation session on your first day at ANE college.
You are required to bring your own laptop with Office 365 (or similar program) to all classes. These costs are not included in your course fees. Specifications for laptops and associated costs are included below.
| PC | Minimum requirements |
| Processor | Intel® or AMD processor with 64-bit support*; 2 GHz or faster processor Microsoft Windows 10 |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows 10 |
| RAM | 10 GB or more of RAM (8 GB recommended) |
| Hard disk space | 3.1 GB or more of available hard-disk space |
| Monitor resolution | 1024 x 768 display (1280×800 recommended) with 16-bit colour and 512 MB or more of dedicated VRAM; 2 GB is recommended. |
| Graphics processor acceleration requirements | OpenGL 2.0-capable system |
| Internet | Internet connection and registration are necessary for required software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services |
| MacOS: | Minimum requirements |
| Processor | Multicore Intel processor with 64-bit support |
| Operating system | MacOS version 10.12 (Sierra), macOS version 10.13 (High Sierra), or macOS version 10.14 (Mojave). |
| RAM | 2 GB or more of RAM (8 GB recommended) |
| Hard disk space | 4 GB or more of available hard-disk space for 64-bit installation; additional free space required during installation. |
| Monitor resolution | 1024 x 768 display (1280×800 recommended) with 16-bit colour and 512 MB or more of dedicated VRAM; 2 GB is recommended |
| Graphics processor acceleration requirements | OpenGL 2.0-capable system |
| Internet | Internet connection and registration are necessary for required software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services |
| Name of software | ||
| Office 365 | $129 annually | https://products.office.com/en-au/buy/office |
| Laptop costs | ||
| Any laptop that meets the specifications below. | $450 (approximate only) | Various |
Course fees: $15950.
Non-tuition fees: May apply and can be found in our International Student Prospectus on our website at www.ane.edu.au. Course fees do not include laptops or software – see information above. A detailed payment plan and payment arrangements are provided in the Offer Letter and Student Agreement. You must pay all of your course fees and on time. Non-payment of fees may result in cancellation of enrolment. You are also required to take out Overseas Health Insurance Cover before arriving in Australia. ANE provides details of OSHC providers in the International Student Prospectus. You can approach any of these providers to find out costs and organise your cover. Additional costs associated with living in Australia are outlined in the International Student Prospectus. You should carefully review these costs in relation to budgeting. Further information can be found at https://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/english/live-inaustralia/living-costs.
- High School Certificate
- Proof of English language proficiency as specified in the entry requirements
- Copy of valid passport
