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OverviewAbout this course
Light a fire under your culinary ambitions with the Statement of Attainment in Cookery Skills. Learn knife skills, how to operate equipment and prepare ingredients, and cook like you've never cooked before.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Identify and select the ingredients, knives, appliances and kitchen equipment you need to complete a recipe
Assemble and operate fixed and hand-held commercial equipment safely and hygienically
Demonstrate a variety of knife skills
Complete food preparation tasks quickly and efficiently
Cook and present dishes using major food types
Use hygienic food handling practices
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment
Credit towards a full qualification
The skills and ability to use commercial kitchen equipment to create delicious dishes safely
Exposure to industry professionals and access to a network of peers
A strong pathway to complete further study in commercial cookery
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.
- There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
An interest in food
A chef's toolkit
Enclosed shoes with non-slip soles and clothing such as long pants and a polo shirt to meet Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements
Check with your campus for any additional requirements
We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.
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PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: kitchen hand, food preparation assistant, cafe attendant and catering assistant.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Statement of Attainment in Cookery Skills does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study3 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study3 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Core units - 5
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Participate in safe work practicesSITXWHS005
Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookerySITHCCC027
Use food preparation equipmentSITHCCC023
Use hygienic practices for food safetySITXFSA005
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