SIT30821 - Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Overview
Start your culinary career with our Certificate III in Commercial Cookery. This qualification provides students with the skills and knowledge to explore the world of culinary arts within a dynamic commercial kitchen setting. Hone your culinary skills, embrace creativity, and prepare yourself for a culinary career.
This qualification reflects the role of cooks who use a wide range of well-developed cookery skills and sound knowledge of kitchen operations to prepare food and menu items. Using discretion and judgement, they work with some independence and under limited supervision using plans, policies and procedures to guide work activities.
This is a nationally recognised course.
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Study Experience
- Training Restaurant
- Flexible Online Study
- Experienced Teaching Team
Career Opportunities
SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery provides a pathway to work as a cook in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes, and coffee shops.
Completion of this qualification contributes to recognition as a trade cook.
Structure & Availability
On Campus
Duration:| Full Time Duration |
|---|
| 104 weeks |
Delivered over a period of 104 weeks full time (two days per week + industry placement). However, as it is competency based, it may be possible for learners to complete their training sooner if they have reached the required skill level.
Online learning is required.
Stage 1
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety |
| SITHCCC023 | Use food preparation equipment |
| SITHCCC025 | Prepare and present sandwiches |
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices |
| SITHCCC027 | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery |
| SITHCCC028 | Prepare appetisers and salads |
| SITHKOP009 | Clean kitchen premises and equipment |
| SITHCCC029 | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups |
| SITXINV006 | Receive, store and maintain stock |
| SITHCCC031 | Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes |
Stage 2
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| SITHCCC036 | Prepare meat dishes |
| SITHCCC037 | Prepare seafood dishes |
| SITHCCC035 | Prepare poultry dishes |
| SITHCCC026 | Package prepared foodstuffs |
| SITHPAT016 | Produce desserts |
| SITHCCC040 | Prepare and serve cheese |
| SITHCCC030 | Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes |
| SITHCCC043 | Work effectively as a cook |
Stage 3
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| SITHCCC042 | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements |
| SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes |
| SITXCOM007 | Show social and cultural sensitivity |
| SITHCCC041 | Produce cakes, pastries and breads |
| SITHCCC038 | Produce and serve food for buffets |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices |
| SITXHRM007 | Coach others in job skills |
Apprentices
Duration:| Full Time Duration | Part Time Duration |
|---|---|
| 3 years | 6 years |
Apprentices only: 3 years (full time) as per Queensland registered training contract; 6 years (part time) as per Queensland registered training contract.
Online learning is required
Stage 1
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety |
| SITHCCC023 | Use food preparation equipment |
| SITHCCC025 | Prepare and present sandwiches |
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices |
| SITHCCC027 | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery |
| SITHCCC028 | Prepare appetisers and salads |
| SITHKOP009 | Clean kitchen premises and equipment |
| SITHCCC029 | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups |
| SITXINV006 | Receive, store and maintain stock |
| SITHCCC031 | Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes |
Stage 2
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| SITHCCC036 | Prepare meat dishes |
| SITHCCC037 | Prepare seafood dishes |
| SITHCCC035 | Prepare poultry dishes |
| SITHCCC026 | Package prepared foodstuffs |
| SITHPAT016 | Produce desserts |
| SITHCCC040 | Prepare and serve cheese |
| SITHCCC030 | Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes |
Stage 3
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| SITHCCC043 | Work effectively as a cook |
| SITHCCC042 | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements |
| SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes |
| SITXCOM007 | Show social and cultural sensitivity |
| SITHCCC041 | Produce cakes, pastries and breads |
| SITHCCC038 | Produce and serve food for buffets |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices |
| SITXHRM007 | Coach others in job skills |
To learn more about the course structure for this course, please visit the handbook.
On Campus
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| February, 2025 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
International
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| February, 2025 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
On Campus with Vocational Placement
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| January, 2026 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| February, 2026 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| March, 2026 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| April, 2026 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| May, 2026 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| June, 2026 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| July, 2026 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| August, 2026 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| September, 2026 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| October, 2026 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| November, 2026 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
| December, 2026 | On-campus, Mackay City, Rockhampton City |
This course has no residential schools.
Any students undertaking the CAMPUS delivery MUST be working within industry (paid or voluntary) for their practical assessment sign off and required 48 service periods. Noting that an industry supervisor must have relevant qualification or experience (minimum 3 years) of the course content. Evidence of suitable industry supervision will be required. CQUniversity will arrange the necessary vocational placement agreements; however, it is the responsibility of prospective students to identify a local business or organisation who will support and host them for the duration of the placement period.
Important information relating to online student Vocational Placement will be documented in the Vocational Placement Host Employer Pack.
For on campus students, practical skills will also be demonstrated in CQUniversity's Training Kitchen and will form some of the required 48 services periods.
Requirements
CQUniversity requires completion of bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy, numeracy and digital literacy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher-level course.
DURING YOUR STUDY
- Any students undertaking the on-campus delivery MUST be working within industry (paid or voluntary) for their practical assessment sign off and required 48 kitchen services. Noting that an industry supervisor must have relevant qualification or experience (minimum 3 years) of the course content. Evidence of suitable industry supervision will be required
- Students require access to a computer with internet and should have a basic level of computer skills to use our online learning system.
- Non apprentice students must attend campus two days per week and also participate in services in industry. Work/industry placement is the responsibility of the student to coordinate.
- 48 kitchen service periods are required for this qualification
- Please note, where undertaking Campus based delivery, minimum student numbers are required to be met prior to course commencement
What to wear:
- Nonslip enclosed black footwear
Long black pants/slacks
Black collared shirt (no logos, print etc)
No jewellery
or - White chef jacket
Checked chef pants
White chef cap
Fees & Scholarships
Fee for Service/ Full Fee
Fee for Service/Full Fee occurs when the full tuition fee is charged to students. This may occur when the course is not included in government subsidy program/s or the student is not eligible for a government subsidy. These students are obligated to cover the entire cost. Learn more about Paying for TAFE.
Free apprenticeships for under 25s will cover the cost of training for employers who commence an eligible new apprentice or trainee, or already have an existing apprentice or trainee aged under 25. Find out more.
Queensland Government subsidies are available for eligible applicants to greatly reduce the cost of apprentice and trainee training.
User Choice funding provides a contribution that reduces the cost of training. Eligible apprentices and trainees will be charged $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply to eligible students based on provided evidence. If you are required to pay Student Contribution Fees, you may be eligible for partial or full exemption, you can find more information on Apply for TAFE Certificates and Diplomas.
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Our scholarships could help you pay for things like relocation, living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel and more
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