SIT40521

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

One step closer to appetising career

Quick Facts

This course reflects the role of chefs and cooks who have a supervisory or team leading role in the kitchen. This course equips students with the skills to manage kitchen operations, oversee food safety, lead teams, and ensure compliance with workplace health and safety regulations. Students will be prepared for supervisory and managerial roles in commercial kitchens.

Why Choose This Course?

Leadership Skills

Develop the ability to recruit, lead, and manage high-performing teams.

Business Management

Learn to control budgets, manage assets, and overview hotel operations.

Industry Preparation

Graduate ready to manage hospitality businesses and meet industry expectations.

Why Study at Gradskill?

We provide you best of the best

Experienced Trainers

Trainers with extensive industry experience to take your skills to the next level.

Supportive Environment

Supportive environment to maximize your confidence and performance in your classes.

Practical Training

Hands-on training to ensure practical, industry-relevant experience throughout.

Pathway to Success

Dedicated career pathways to advance your future in the hospitality industry.

Career Outcomes

Chef

Work as a qualified chef preparing, supervising, and managing food production in commercial kitchens.

Chef de Partie

Manage a specific section of the kitchen and supervise junior staff while maintaining quality and efficiency.

Sous Chef

Assist the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations, staff coordination, and food quality control.

Kitchen Supervisor

Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure compliance with food safety standards, and manage team performance.

Course Structure

Unit Name Core / Elective
SITHCCC023*Use food preparation equipmentCore
SITHCCC027*Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookeryCore
SITHCCC028*Prepare appetisers and saladsCore
SITHCCC029*Prepare stocks, sauces and soupsCore
SITHCCC030*Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishesCore
SITHCCC031*Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishesCore
SITHCCC035*Prepare poultry dishesCore
SITHCCC036*Prepare meat dishesCore
SITHCCC037*Prepare seafood dishesCore
SITHCCC041*Produce cakes, pastries and breadsCore
SITHCCC042*Prepare food to meet special dietary requirementsCore
SITHCCC043*Work effectively as a cookCore
SITHKOP010Plan and cost recipesCore
SITHKOP012*Develop recipes for special dietary requirementsCore
SITHKOP013*Plan cooking operationsCore
SITHKOP015*Design and cost menusCore
SITHPAT016*Produce dessertsCore
SITXCOM010Manage conflictCore
SITXFIN009Manage finances within a budgetCore
SITXFSA005Use hygienic practices for food safetyCore
SITXFSA006Participate in safe food handling practicesCore
SITXFSA008*Develop and implement a food safety programCore
SITXHRM008Roster staffCore
SITXHRM009Lead and manage peopleCore
SITXINV006*Receive, store and maintain stockCore
SITXMGT004Monitor work operationsCore
SITXWHS007Implement and monitor work health and safety practicesCore
SITHCCC025Prepare and present sandwichesElective
SITHCCC038*Produce and serve food for buffetsElective
SITHCCC040*Prepare and serve cheeseElective
SITHCCC044*Prepare specialised food itemsElective
SITHKOP009Clean kitchen premises and equipmentElective
SITXWHS005Participate in safe work practicesElective

Entry Requirements

Explore the list of core and elective units that make up this qualification.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of enrolment.

Completion of Year 12 or equivalent qualification is required for enrolment.

IELTS 5.5 overall (no band less than 5.0) or equivalent English proficiency is required.

International students must demonstrate English language proficiency with a minimum score of:

  • IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic), or
  • PTE (Pearson Test of English) 47; or equivalent.

The test must have been taken no more than two years before you apply for Gradskill College Australia courses.

Alternatively, students can provide evidence that:

  1. they have studied in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States, or
  2. within two years of their application, they have successfully completed a foundation course or a senior secondary certificate of education or a substantial part of a Certificate III or higher level qualification from the Australian Qualifications Framework in Australia, or
  3. Successful completion of an English Placement Test

All students are required to undertake a Pre-Training Review and complete a language, literacy and numeracy and digital proficiency test to ensure student have the appropriate level of skills for the best chance of successful completion of the course, and to Identify student’s learning and pathway needs.

All students must undertake a pre-training review conducted before the enrolment. Pre-training Review allows Gradskill College Australia to identify students training needs and their suitability into the course. Through this review, student can demonstrate that they have necessary skills to successfully complete the course. This review can by completing a questionnaire or via an interview with a designated Gradskill College Australia staff. The review also helps to assess oral communication skills of the student.

Students must have a proficient knowledge of written and spoken English to successfully participate in the training and compete the course assessment. All Students are required to undertake a Language, Literacy and Digital proficiency (LLND) assessment prior to the commencement of training to ensure if you will need any additional support during the course. All students enrolling into this course are expected to be at least at ACSF Level 3 in all or majority of skills. If the students are at a lower level, additional learning support will be determined and recommended.

Students enrolling in this course are expected have must have basic computer skills including use of internet, email and word processor. All students must have access to an operating computer, laptop, tablet or smart phone with internet.

Students enrolled in SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management are required to undertake 192 hours of work placement in an operational hospitality establishment (such as restaurants, cafes and function venues), to demonstrate their skills and knowledge and to complete assessment requirements.