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Job Seekers

Advance your skill level to secure a job and fill one of Australia's skills shortages. School-leavers to trades-people to administrators need an edge. Beat your competition to that job you've always wanted but didnt have the qualifications for.

Unemployed

A nationally accredited certificate shows an employer you're serious about your job search. It lets them know you haven't been wasting your time between jobs, and that you're the person with the education and skills they need on their team.

Returning to Work

Updating your work skills or having a written qualification behind your name goes a long way in todays business world. Help your community by increasing your knowledge and gain the abilities needed to improve your career and your family's future.

Certificate II in Hospitality (Kitchen Operations) (THH22002)

This course is designed for people seeking a career in Hospitality, concentrating on the area of cookery. The course is suitable for those who may have some experience working in the industry and wish to obtain formal qualifications. The course provides participants with knowledge and experience in practical food production. In addition to the certificate, you attain a Hygiene For Food Handlers certificate.

Session One
Develop and update hospitality industry knowledge
Work with colleagues and customers
Work in a socially diverse environment

Session Two
Follow health, safety and security procedures
Follow workplace hygiene procedures
Clean and maintain kitchen premises

Session Three
Organise and prepare food
Present food
Use basic methods of cookery
Receive and store kitchen supplies

Session Four
Prepare, cook and serve food
Prepare stocks, sauces and soups

Session Five
Prepare vegetables, eggs and farinaceous dishes
Prepare appetisers and salads

Session Six
Prepare Hot and Cold Desserts
Plan catering for an Event or Function

Session Seven
Practice Session

Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) (THH31502)

The Certificate III in Commercial Cookery apprenticeship is designed for people who are, or want to be employed as an Apprentice Cook/ Chef. They will acquire the skills and knowledge needed to operate as a trade cook in a commercial kitchen environment. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The hands on skill development includes: how to produce quality foods, plan menus, control costs and work as part of a team in a kitchen/hospitality environment. Practical skills will be developed for the hygienic preparation and service of a range of meals in a professional manner.

The course also covers Custumer Service, Occupational Health and Safety procedures and workplace hygiene.

Course Units:

Use basic methods of cookery

Prepare stocks, sauces & soups

Organise & prepare food

Present food

Receive & store kitchen supplies

Clean & maintain kitchen premises

Work with colleagues & customers

Work in a socially diverse environment

Follow health, safety & security procedures

Follow workplace hygiene procedures

Deal with conﬂict situations

Prepare appetisers & salads

Communicate on the telephone

Promote products & services to customers

Develop & update hospitality industry knowledge

Prepare, cook & serve food (holistic)

Select, prepare & cook meat

Prepare & cook poultry & game

Prepare vegetables, eggs & farinaceous dishes

Coach others in job skills

Prepare & cook seafood

Prepare hot & cold desserts

Prepare pastry, cakes & yeast goods

Plan & control menu based catering

Prepare foods according to dietary & cultural needs

Plan & prepare food for buffets

Implement food & safety procedures

Prepare, cook & serve food for menus (holistic)