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    Statement of Attainment in Hospitality Kitchen Essentials

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    Statement of Attainment in Hospitality Kitchen Essentials
    Overview

    About this course

    This course is a great introduction to working in a commercial kitchen. Learn how to prepare simple food in a safe and hygienic way. Spot food hazards and prevent contamination. Build the basic skills you need to work in this growing industry.

    Outcomes

    What you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • work effectively in a commercial kitchen

    • prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery

    • practice safe hygiene

    • identify food hazards and prevent contamination

    • use kitchen equipment in a safe and hygienic way

    • clean and sanitise kitchen areas and equipment.

    Course outcomes

    Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field.

    • A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment.

    • A pathway to further hospitality study.

    • Credit towards the Certificate II in Cookery or the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.

    Suitability

    Is 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.

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • a love of food and flavours

    • an interest in pursuing a career in commercial cookery

    • attention to detail

    • ability to work independently or as part of a team

    • the ability to provide your own closed shoes for safety

    • the physical ability to stand in a kitchen for several hours

    • Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 10 high school level.

    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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    Pathways

    Future career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: kitchenhand, breakfast assistant, sandwich hand 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 Hospitality Kitchen Essentials does not have any pre-requisite courses.

    Further study2 Courses

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    Related study1 Course

    Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field.

    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.

    Units

    Units taught in this course

    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.

    • Use hygienic practices for food safetySITXFSA005

    • Clean kitchen premises and equipmentSITHKOP009

    • Prepare and present simple dishesSITHCCC024

    TAFE NSW services

    Facilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs - be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning - an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations - get social with our student community

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