Overview

SIT20421 Certificate II in Cookery

We are not currently accepting enrolments into this course. To be added to the waitlist for future courses, please enquire here.

This qualification provides a pathway to work in kitchen operations in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops; and institutions such as aged care facilities, hospitals, prisons, and schools.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in kitchens who use a defined and limited range of food preparation and cookery skills to prepare food and menu items. They are involved in mainly routine and repetitive tasks and work under direct supervision. This qualification does not meet the requirements for trade recognition as a cook, but can provide a pathway towards achieving that.

Course Outcomes

One course offers many courses of action and pathways for you.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a Certificate II in Cookery (SIT20421).

Possible job outcomes may include:

Breakfast Cook
Catering Assistant
Fast Food Cook
Sandwich Hand
Takeaway Cook

Entry Requirements

What do I need before I start?

There are no formal prerequisite units required for entry into this course.

You will however require basic English language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills.

Before commencing this course, you will be required to undertake an Online LLN ASSESSMENT.

If you are completing the course via an online or RPL delivery mode, you will need access to a computer with word processing, PDF reader capabilities and an internet connection.

Please be advised we are unable to train students on a student visa. You must find a CRICOS registered training provider.

What will I need to provide to enrol?

Enrolment Form
USI
Photo Identification
Completion of LLN assessment
Payment

Units of Competency

To complete this course you must demonstrate competency in a total of 13 units. These units have been selected to give you the most comprehensive overview of basic cookery skills.

Core Units

SITHCCC023 Use food preparation equipment
SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITHCCC034 Work effectively in a commercial kitchen
SITHKOP009 Clean kitchen premises and equipment
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITXINV006 Receive, store and maintain stock
SITXWHS005 Participate in safe work practices

Elective Units*

SITHCCC024 Prepare and present simple dishes
SITHCCC025 Prepare and present sandwiches
SITHCCC026 Package prepared foodstuffs
SITHCCC028 Prepare appetisers and salads
SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

You can view the full list of units available to study within this qualification on training.gov.au.

Delivery Options

We are not currently accepting enrolments into this course. To be added to the waitlist for future courses, please enquire here.

This qualification is superseded.

Pathways

After completing this course you may wish to further your studies with:

SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or;
Other relevant Certificate III qualifications.

Testimonial

“The course was delivered by a highly competent and experienced trainer who made the course work fun and engaging. Incredible experience, competent training, great facilities and amazing support.”

Zachary Reeves