Cookery (2-Year Package)

Oak Leaf Educational Institute

Certificate III, Certificate IV, and Diploma
(2-year Package)

Crafting Culinary Careers: From Foundation to Professional Excellence.

Course Overview
  • Prepares students for professional roles as trade cooks with a wide range of kitchen operation skills.
  • Focuses on discretion and limited supervision, guided by plans, policies, and procedures.
  • Graduates work in restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes, and coffee shops.
Enrolment Information
  • Course Title: SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery , SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management , SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management
  • CRICOS Code: 111725F, 111726E, 111727D
  • Duration: 104 weeks
  • Study Mode: Blended – Classroom + Work-Based Training (20 hours/week)
  • Work Component: 200 hours mandatory placement
Entry Requirements
  • International students must be at least 18 years old.
  • English proficiency: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
  • Completion of Australian Year 11 (or equivalent) or Cert III higher.
  • Alternative: IELTS 5.0 if packaged with 20 weeks of ELICOS.
Resources
  • Flexible learning with face-to-face workshops.
  • State-of-the-art commercial kitchen with the latest technology.
  • Real-world experience in a fully operational training restaurant.
  • Professional Oak Leaf student uniform provided.
Course Units of Competency

Units from SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Unit Code and TitleType
SITHCCC023 Use food preparation equipment*Core
SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods*Core
SITHCCC028 Prepare appetisers and salads*Core
SITHCCC029 Prepare stocks, sauces and soups*Core
SITHCCC030 Prepare vegetable, fruit, egg 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
SITHKOP009 Clean kitchen premises and equipment*Core
SITHKOP010 Plan and cost recipesCore
SITHPAT016 Produce desserts*Core
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safetyCore
SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practicesCore
SITXHRM007 Coach others in job skillsCore
SITXINV006 Receive, store and maintain stock*Core
SITXWHS005 Participate in safe work practicesCore
SITHCCC025 Prepare and present sandwiches*Elective
SITHCCC040 Prepare and serve cheese*Elective
SITHPAT014 Produce yeast-based bakery products*Elective
SITHCCC026 Package prepared foodstuffs*Elective
SITHCCC038 Produce and serve food for buffets*Elective

Units from SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Unit Code and TitleType
SITXCOM010 Manage conflictCore
SITXFSA008 Develop and implement a food safety program*Core
SITXHRM008 Roster staffCore
SITXHRM009 Lead and manage peopleCore
SITHKOP012 Develop recipes for special dietary requirements*Core
SITHKOP015 Design and cost menus*Core
SITXWHS007 Implement and monitor work health and safety practicesCore
SITXFIN009 Manage finances within a budgetCore
SITXMGT004 Monitor work operationsCore
SITHKOP013 Plan cooking operations*Core

Units from SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management

Unit Code and TitleType
SITXMGT005 Establish and conduct business relationshipsCore
SITXFIN010 Prepare and monitor budgetsCore
SITXCCS016 Develop and manage quality customer service practicesCore
SITXCCS015 Enhance customer service experiencesCore
SITXGLC002 Identify and manage legal risks and comply with lawCore
SITXHRM010 Recruit, select and induct staffElective

*Prerequisite unit. **Two prerequisites units.

Industry Work Placement

Graduates achieve workplace readiness through training in kitchens operating under real industry conditions. Students prepare and serve food as part of a professional team, gaining experience in service periods and kitchen operations.

Pathways & Outcomes
Career Roles

Chef, Restaurant Manager, Hospitality Manager, Café Manager, or Operations Supervisor.

Guarantees to Learners
  • High-quality training aligned with national standards.
  • Access to qualified trainers and support services.
  • Safe, supportive learning environment with fair appeals processes.