Food and Hospitality

    7 courses

    Cooking courses

    Are you ready to turn your passion for cooking into a fulfilling career? Imagine being able to turn a forequarter of beef into a competition briske...

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    • TAFE StatementBBQ Master Class

      800-001032

      Cook the perfect steak with this in-depth, hands-on course. Master the reverse sear, a handy technique for low and slow barbecuing. Gain insider tips from seasoned BBQ competitors and edge out the competition as you cook a range of tasty favourites.

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    • Statement of AttainmentCookery Skills

      900-83189

      Follow recipes, create delicious dishes, and gain beginner culinary skills that will increase your confidence in the kitchen. Acquire a solid foundation in the fundamentals that will allow you to pursue further studies or a future career in cookery.

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    • Statement of AttainmentFood Handling Skill Set

      SITSS00068-V01

      Over 360,000 hospitality businesses around Australia keep their customers safe by serving food that’s free from contamination. Learn how to prepare, handle, store and serve food in commercial kitchens that meet high food hygiene standards.

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    • Statement of AttainmentFood Safety Supervision Skill Set

      SITSS00069-V01

      Become a nominated Food Safety Supervisor managing safe food handling, hazard identification and food contamination. Earn your NSW Food Authority Food Safety Supervisor certificate, a legal requirement in NSW for all food service businesses.

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    • Certificate IICookery

      SIT20421-01

      Build the technical skills and industry knowledge you need to enter the cookery or hospitality industries. Gain experience working in a commercial kitchen as a kitchen hand and learn from some of the industry’s best seasoned culinary professionals.

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    • Certificate IIICommercial Cookery

      SIT30821-01

      Use your creativity and flair to create masterful, balanced dishes inspired by local and international cuisines. Gain a sound understanding of balance and flavour profiles that will enhance your career opportunities both here and overseas.

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    • Certificate IIIAsian Cookery

      SIT31121-01

      Balance ingredients, use specialist equipment and study Asian cookery methods. Learn to create an array of dishes inspired by various Asian cultures and cuisines with distinct flavour notes and aromas that will please even the most discerning palate.

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    Cooking course information

    It’s easy to balance work and study with a TAFE NSW cooking course.

    • Many of our cooking courses are 1 day short courses that are offered either online or face-to-face
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    Who is a cooking course good for?

    If you fantasise about serving friends and family mouth-watering dishes that leave them begging for seconds, a cooking course might just be for you. Whether you're an aspiring BBQ master or you're looking fo...

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    Cooking career paths

    Investing your time and energy into a cooking course provides you with several great career options to choose from.

    • A kitchen hand plays a crucial role in supporting the smooth ...
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    Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

    How do I enrol?

    At TAFE NSW you can apply or enrol to do a course.

    If your course has no entry requirements, you can enrol directly. If there are entry requirements, you will need to apply to be accepted for a position in the course.

    1. Go to the TAFE NSW website to view the course you are interested in
    2. Check if there are any entry requirements, as you may be asked to supply additional information
    3. Select a course location to progress your enrolment
    4. Follow the prompts to complete
    5. You will receive an email confirming your enrolment or application status

    If you need further assistance with your enrolment, contact TAFE NSW Student Services on 131 601 between 8.30am-5pm Monday to Friday.

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