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National code: RTOSS

Statement of Attainment in Introduction to Cookery Skills

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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

Outcomes What You'll Gain

Learning Outcomes

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

  • Select, use and clean food preparation equipment according to the manufacturer's procedures

  • Portion and prepare ingredients to cook a range of dishes using a range of cookery methods

  • Present dishes using garnishes and accompaniments to an industry standard

  • Follow hygiene procedures and identify food hazards

  • 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.

  • The skills to prepare, cook and present a range of dishes

  • The ability to apply safe hygiene, health and work practices to ensure food safety

  • Exposure to industry professionals and access to a network of peers

  • 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:

  • An interest in cooking and food preparation

  • Good teamwork skills

  • Good organisational skills

  • 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 1 Course

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.

  • Use hygienic practices for food safety SITXFSA005

  • Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery SITHCCC027

  • Implement and monitor work health and safety practices SITXWHS007

  • Use food preparation equipment SITHCCC023

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

  • Smarthinking - online access to a tutor

  • 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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