SIT40521 : Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

CRICOS Course Code: 116096A

Overview of course

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.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

The latest release of the qualification and packaging rules can be found at the following link:

https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/SIT40521

Course Details

Provider Name Opal College
RTO Code 46202
CRICOS Code 04255M
CRICOS Course Code 116096A
Location of course Classroom: Level 2/86 Collins St, Hobart TAS 7000
Delivery mode This program is delivered in the classroom. Practical face to face training is provided in a commercial training kitchen.
Duration 78 weeks, including 60 study weeks and 18 weeks of holidays.
Study Load 20 hours per week.

Course Structure

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

Total number of units = 33

  • Core Units: 27
  • Elective Units: 6
Code 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
Code Title 
SITHCCC026* Package prepared foodstuffs
SITHCCC040* Prepare and serve cheese
SITHCCC038* Produce and serve food for buffets
SITHFAB025 Prepare and serve espresso coffee
BSBTWK501 Lead diversity and inclusion
SITXWHS006 Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks 

How much does it cost?

The costs for this course are as follows:

Course fees Tuition fees: AUD $20,000
Enrolment fee: $250
Non-tuition fees May apply and can be found in our International Student Handbook on our website at https://opal.edu.au/

Course fees do not include laptops or software – see information above. Course fees do not include laptops or software – see information above. Please note that uniforms and knife kits are provided as part of the material fees you pay.

 

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. Opal College provides details of OSHC providers in the International Student Handbook. 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 Handbook. You should carefully review these costs in relation to budgeting. Further information can be found at https://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/english/live-in-australia/living-costs.

What are the entry requirements?

Opal College has the following entry requirements:

You must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age and have completed the equivalent of Year 12.
  • Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs.
  • Have an IELTS* score of 6.0 (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. You are required to provide your results so that we can confirm they are equivalent to IELTS 6.0.

Accreditations

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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.

Minimum requirement
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 (1280x800 recommended) with 16-bit colour and 512 MB or more of dedicated VRAM; 2 GB is recommended.
Graphics processor/acceleration requirement OpenGL 2.0-capable system
Internet Internet connection and registration are necessary for required software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services.
Minimum requirement
Processor Multicore Intel processor with 64-bit support
Operating System Big Sur
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 (1280x800 recommended) with 16-bit colour and 512 MB or more of dedicated VRAM; 2 GB is recommended
Graphics processor/acceleration requirement OpenGL 2.0-capable system
Internet Internet connection and registration are necessary for required software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services.
System application and device
Name of software Associated costs
Office 365 $129 annually https://products.office.com/en-au/buy/office
Laptop details Associated costs
Any laptop that meets the specifications above $450 (approximate only) Various

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 commercial cookery sector in the roles such as chef and cooks who have a supervisory or team leading role in the kitchen. Further education pathways may include a range of Diploma qualifications, such as the SIT50421 Diploma of Hospitality Management.

This course is delivered face-to-face in a classroom-based setting. Practical face to face training is provided in a commercial training kitchen. 

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). Holiday breaks are as indicated in your timetable. This will include both classroom-based training and assessment and training and assessment in the kitchen. 

Class sessions include a mix of theory and practical activities with a focus on creating a real-life workplace. Kitchen sessions focus on practical kitchen skills.

In addition to classroom-based learning, 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 48 service periods, and this will be completed as part of a work placement.   The work placement will be completed in a commercial cookery 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 work placement will be discussed in detail with you once you start your course. Please note the hours for the work placement are in addition to the timetabled hours.

You will also need to complete assessments for this course which may include: 

  • Written questions
  • Projects 
  • Presentations
  • Reports
  • Role plays/observations
  • Logbooks

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 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.

To apply for this course, you are required to complete an enrolment form and submit all required supporting evidence including:

  • a copy of your High School Certificate
  • proof of English language proficiency as specified in the entry requirements.

Satisfactory course progress and attendance is very important to meet visa requirements. Please read the International Student Handbook carefully for more information. You will also be provided with further information about course progress and attendance requirements at your orientation.

If your application is successful, we will send you an Offer Letter and Student Agreement. You should make sure you read through this document carefully to make sure you are happy with all of the terms and conditions. If you are, then simply sign the document and send it back to us.

Once we receive this, we will issue you with a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) letter and an invoice for the first payment.

The first day of each course will include orientation and induction. Orientation will include information about the campus, living in Australia, accessing our support services and methods for achieving success throughout the course, including course progress requirements.

This course outline should be read in conjunction with Opal College International Student Handbook. This can be found online at https://opal.edu.au/.

We offer the following in relation to support and welfare.

  • one-to-one support from the trainer/assessor
  • support with personal issues
  • access to additional learning resources 
  • reasonable adjustment in assessment
  • social events 
  • information about external sources of support.

You may not have studied for a while, may have English as a second language or need additional assistance with literacy or numeracy. 

We will identify any additional support needs you may have at the time of application and enrolment and may prepare a Student Support Plan for you based on those needs.