Overview About this course
Learn about the commercial cooking industry as you gain foundational food preparation skills, various cooking techniques and learn food safety practices. Step into a kitchen-hand role or prepare for further study to land your dream hospitality job
This course is superseded. You can still enrol in this course, and you will be contacted if you need to transition into the next version when it is available.
Outcomes What You'll Gain
Learning Outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
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Select, use and clean food preparation equipment according to the manufacturer's procedures
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Portion and prepare ingredients to cook a range of dishes using a range of cookery methods
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Present dishes using garnishes and accompaniments to an industry standard
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Follow hygiene procedures and identify food hazards
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Participate in and follow work health and safety practices
Course Outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
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The skills to prepare, cook and present a range of dishes
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The ability to apply safe hygiene, health and work practices to ensure food safety
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Exposure to industry professionals and access to a network of peers
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A strong pathway to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities
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:
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An interest in cooking and food preparation
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Good teamwork skills
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Good organisational skills
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Good communication skills
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Pathways Future Career and Study Options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: Cook with the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, Chef de Partie with the Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery and Restaurant Manager with the Diploma of Hospitality Management
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study 0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Statement of Attainment in Introduction to Cookery Skills does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study 2 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study 1 Course
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.
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.
Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery SITHCCC005
Use food preparation equipment SITHCCC001
Participate in safe work practices SITXWHS001
Use hygienic practices for food safety SITXFSA001
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.
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TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
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TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
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TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
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TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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TAFE NSW Libraries
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Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential
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Smarthinking - online access to a tutor
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LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
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Student associations – get social with our student community
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