Course
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
- Study locations
- Queensland (apprenticeship)
Townsville, Brisbane, Gold Coast - Delivery modes
- Workplace Based, Face-to-Face, Blended, Online
- Duration
- 36 months (apprenticeship)
Up to 12 months - Units
- 25 units (20 core, 5 elective)
Qualification overview
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.
Completion of this qualification contributes to recognition as a trade cook.
This qualification provides a pathway to work as a cook in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes, and coffee shops.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
Entry requirements
- There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Units of competency
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 25 units of competency: 20 core units and 5 elective units.
| SITHCCC023 | Use food preparation equipment |
| SITHCCC027 | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery |
| SITHCCC028 | Prepare appetisers and salads |
| SITHCCC029 | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups |
| SITHCCC030 | Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes |
| SITHCCC031 | Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes |
| SITHCCC035 | Prepare poultry dishes |
| SITHCCC036 | Prepare meat dishes |
| SITHCCC037 | Prepare seafood dishes |
| SITHCCC041 | Produce cakes, pastries and breads |
| SITHCCC042 | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements |
| SITHCCC043 | Work effectively as a cook |
| SITHKOP009 | Clean kitchen premises and equipment |
| SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes |
| SITHPAT016 | Produce desserts |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices |
| SITXHRM007 | Coach others in job skills |
| SITXINV006 | Receive, store and maintain stock |
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices |
| SITHCCC025 | Prepare and present sandwiches* |
| SITHCCC026 | Package prepared foodstuffs* |
| SITHCCC040 | Prepare and serve cheese* |
| SITXCOM007 | Show social and cultural sensitivity |
| SITXINV007 | Purchase goods |
Units marked with an *asterisk have one or more prerequisites. Refer to individual units for details.
Students are required to complete 48 service periods.
Potential educational pathways
Following the achievement of this qualification, students may choose to continue their education with qualifications such as:
- SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management
- SIT40421 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management at another registered training organisation
Potential career opportunities
- Cook
- Commis Chef
- Chef de Partie (pathway)
- Catering Cook
- Café or Restaurant Cook
Funding, delivery and fees
To understand the funding and eligibility requirements refer to our funding page.
| Study locations | Delivery modes | Duration | Number of units | Co-contribution fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queensland | Workplace Based | Thirty-six (36) months | Twenty-five (25) |
Co-Contribution fees are dependent on the elective units chosen. Fees are paid at a rate of $1.60 per nominal hour, per unit of competency. Price for Priority Population Group (PPG) rates is 40% of full rates. Fee Free Apprenticeship: Yes |
| Study locations | Delivery modes | Duration | Number of units | Funding available | Co-contribution fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townsville Brisbane Gold Coast |
Face-to-Face Blended Online |
Up to Twelve (12) months | Twenty-five (25) | Fee-For-Service | $15,500.00 |
