Commercial Cookery
Certificate III in
Overview
Preston, Prahran
Preston
12 months full time / 18 months part time
12 months full time / 18 months part time
No formal entry requirements.
February, July
February
This is the non-apprenticeship version of the course. For the apprenticeship, please go here.
Carve Out Your Career
Itching to get cooking? A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (non-apprenticeship) is your first step into the kitchen. Mentored by experienced chefs, you’ll learn everything from basic knife skills to developing cost-effective menus, equipping you with practical skills for a thriving career in commercial cookery.
Season Your Skills
You’ll be supported by a team of accomplished chefs ready to inspire and share industry knowledge with you. You will have the opportunity to train in our state-of-the-art kitchen facilities and perfect your delectable meals on many of the same benchtops used regularly by television shows such as Masterchef and The Great Australian Bake Off.
Rise to the Challenge
The sustainable work practices and food preparation skills you’ll learn will successfully launch you into a thriving industry where your wealth of knowledge and practical experience will be in high demand. You will graduate ready and able to apply your newfound skills in kitchens large and small around the country, be they in restaurants, cafes, hotels or resorts.
Career Pathways
Where will this take me
If you complete this course successfully, you might work as a qualified chef in a variety of establishments.- Bistro Chef
- Boarding School Chef
- Catering Company Chef
- Cruise Liner Chef
- Hospital Chef
- Hotel Chef
- Motel Chef
- Nursing Home Chef
- Reception Centre Chef
- Restaurant Chef
Pathways
Once you’ve successfully completed the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (Non-Apprenticeship), you can move into: Further study could lead you to our HETHTHM Bachelor of Hospitality ManagementAkolda Bil
"It means future to me. All I was doing before this was working in small jobs, or jobs that aren't going to get me far in life, so studying is a huge deal to me. It got me where I am now.... Studying gave me a path to go somewhere in my life."
Course Details
How you learn
- Blended
- Workplace
- Face-to-face
- Flexible
- Classroom
Assessment Methods
We use various forms of assessment, including practical assessment, assignments, classwork and direct observation.
Units of Study
The hours displayed are nominal, actual classroom hours delivered may differ. Please contact us for the latest student contact hours information.
| Code | Subject | Elective | Hours |
| SITXFSA001 | USE HYGIENIC PRACTICES FOR FOOD SAFETY | Core | 15 |
| SITHCCC005 | PREPARE DISHES USING BASIC METHODS OF COOKERY | Core | 45 |
| SITHCCC001 | USE FOOD PREPARATION EQUIPMENT | Core | 25 |
| SITXINV004 | CONTROL STOCK | Core | 25 |
| SITHCCC019 | PRODUCE CAKES PASTRIES AND BREADS | Core | 40 |
| SITHKOP002 | PLAN AND COST BASIC MENUS | Core | 30 |
| SITHCCC006 | PREPARE APPETISERS AND SALADS | Core | 25 |
| SITHKOP001 | CLEAN KITCHEN PREMISES AND EQUIPMENT | Core | 13 |
| SITXWHS001 | PARTICIPATE IN SAFE WORK PRACTICES | Core | 12 |
| BSBWOR203 | WORK EFFECTIVELY WITH OTHERS | Core | 15 |
| SITHPAT006 | PRODUCE DESSERTS | Core | 100 |
| SITHCCC014 | PREPARE MEAT DISHES | Core | 50 |
| SITHCCC020 | WORK EFFECTIVELY AS A COOK | Core | 80 |
| SITXINV002 | MAINTAIN THE QUALITY OF PERISHABLE ITEMS | Core | 10 |
| SITHCCC013 | PREPARE SEAFOOD DISHES | Core | 30 |
| SITHCCC021 | PREPARE SPECIALISED FOOD ITEMS | Core | 60 |
| SITHCCC008 | PREPARE VEGETABLES, FRUIT, EGG AND FARINACEOUS DISHES | Core | 45 |
| BSBITU201 | PRODUCE SIMPLE WORD PROCESSED DOCUMENTS | Core | 60 |
| SITXFSA002 | PARTICIPATE IN SAFE FOOD HANDLING PRACTICES | Core | 40 |
| SITHCCC018 | PREPARE FOOD TO MEET SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS | Core | 75 |
| SITHCCC011 | USE COOKERY SKILLS EFFECTIVELY | Core | 50 |
| SITHCCC012 | PREPARE POULTRY DISHES | Core | 25 |
| SITHCCC007 | PREPARE STOCKS, SAUCES AND SOUPS | Core | 35 |
| SITXHRM001 | COACH OTHERS IN JOB SKILLS | Core | 20 |
| BSBSUS201 | PARTICIPATE IN ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE WORK PRACTICES | Core | 20 |
Recognition of Prior Learning
You can seek Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) where your work experience or qualifications of an advanced and related nature have been undertaken. RPL is individually assessed based on evidence submitted by the student to the teaching department. Applications for RPL will be assessed by relevant Melbourne Polytechnic trainers, academics and where appropriate, industry experts.
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One of the most common misconceptions about scholarships is that you have to be 'top in your class' to apply. Melbourne Polytechnic scholarships are awarded on a range of criteria such as merit, your area of study and personal circumstances.
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Free TAFE
Free TAFE places are limited for this course in 2020. Please call 9269 8400 and we can advise you whether Free TAFE places are still available.
Free TAFE for priority courses cover the cost of tuition fees for students who are eligible. Materials and amenities may still apply.
Please note that the Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative will pay your tuition fees for only one course. Once you have commenced in a tuition-free priority course, you are not eligible for further tuition-free places again, even if you do not finish your first tuition-free priority course.
Displayed course fees are indicative only. There are many variables that impact the total amount of your full course costs including qualification for government subsidies, concessions or recognition of prior learning. Tuition fees do not include the cost of student amenities or material costs.
To find out if you’re eligible for a Government subsidy we recommend you contact us help you find out.
Melbourne Polytechnic offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.
Fees displayed are effective for new applications received on or after 1 November 2019. Tuition fees do not include textbooks, course materials or overseas student health insurance and visa fees.
After initial deposit, international students are able to pay tuition fees in installments, four times per year.
For more detailed information please read the International Student Fees.
Materials and Amenities cost
Note: $200 materials fee for full-year students. $100 materials fee for mid-year intake.
Approximate costs of required uniform and equipment to be purchased at orientation
Lists of required materials, books and timetables will be provided at course induction or class enrolment by the teaching department
All required workbooks and texts are provided as part of tuition fees.
Lists of required materials, books and timetables will be provided at course induction or class enrolment by the teaching department
Approximate costs:
- Chefs uniform: $185
- Cooking equipment kit (knives etc): $205
- Footware: $60 - $95
All required workbooks and texts are provided as part of tuition fees.
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Requirements
There are no formal educational pre-requisites for this course. Academic: Australian Year 11 equivalencyEnglish: Academic IELTS 5.5 with no individual band below 5.0, Pearson PTE Academic 42 overall with no individual communicative skill below 36, or Melbourne Polytechnic recognised equivalency.
Other:Full-time only
Preston only
Next Steps
We're really excited for you to join the Melbourne Polytechnic community and we look forward to supporting you on your education journey.
The first step to enrolling is completing the application short form. You'll then receive a link to complete a few more personal details.
It is a mandatory government requirement for all prospective students to complete an online literacy and numeracy assessment. Once you are ready to enrol, you will be invited to attend of our Skills and Job Centres, or come to campus to complete your enrolment in person.
For certificate-level courses, you can pay by weekly or fortnightly direct debit using our Tuition Payment Plan. Read more about TPPs here.
If you need assistance with your application and the next steps, you can contact one of our Education and Course Advisors on 03 9269 8400 or follow a step-by-step guide to enrolling for vocational education local students.
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