SIT40521 – CRICOS: 112290J
CERTIFICATE IV IN KITCHEN MANAGEMENT

Course Description
This qualification reflects the role of chefs and cooks who have a supervisory or team leading role in the kitchen. They operate independently or with limited guidance from others and use discretion to solve non-routine problems.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes and coffee shops, or to run a small business in these sectors.
The latest release of the qualification and packaging rules can be found here.
Course Duration: 78 weeks**
Tuition Fee: AUD $19,000
Non-Tuition Fee: AUD $2,000*
Enrolment Fees: AUD $250
* Non-Tuition fee includes the following resources:
The study material provided in the classroom and ingredients being used in Training Kitchen during training.
The student may source the below material from the market at their own cost or may purchase it on Campus.
- Kitchen tool kit
- Chef uniform kit
- Chef shoes with anti-slip soles
** A graduate of SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or a superseded version) will earn credits for the equivalent units studied. The study period for SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management will be determined by the number of units they will qualify for credit for.
- Completion of high school studies equivalent to Australian Year 12 (international students only, year 11 or equivalent) schooling OR
- Completion of secondary school /A level education overseas OR
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in the hospitality industry as per AQF requirements AND
- The ability to perform kitchen training which involves physical activity, such as lifting, in a hot environment.
English Language Requirement (for international students only):
In instances where the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) requires evidence of English language proficiency for student visa application, you will need to provide proof that you satisfy one of the following English language requirements:
- IELTS Test Score of 5.5; OR
- TOEFL (iBT) Test Score of 46; OR
- PTE Academic Test Score of 42; OR
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Test Score of 47; OR
- OET Pass Grade; OR
- TOEFL (PBT) Test Score of 527 (only if IELTS is not available); OR
- Currently studying in Australia and have studied for a period of 6 months or more at AQF Certificate III level or above.
Assessment
Assessments may include written questions, demonstration of tasks/techniques, group activities, in class activities, role play, presentation, work based project, research projects, and workplace observations/evidences.
Award Requirements
For the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management award, students must complete all units successfully. A Statement of Attainment will be issued to learners who partially complete the qualification.
Vocational Placement
A 200 hours has been allocated for vocational placement.
This qualification requires student to complete at least 48 complete service periods in a commercial kitchen.
Pathway from Qualification
Students who complete SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management may progress to SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management.
Career Pathway
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. This qualification enables the student to seek employment in the following possible job roles:
- Supervisor
- Team Leader Cook
- Chef in a range of kitchen
Unit of Competency
The following units are included in this course and all are required for the award of the qualification. Students who only complete some units will be awarded with a Statement of Attainment for units successfully completed.
Unit Code | Unit Title | Unit Type |
SITXWHS007* | Implement and monitor work health and safety practices | Core |
SITXFSA005* | Use hygienic practices for food safety | Core |
SITHCCC023 | Use food preparation equipment | Core |
SITXINV006* | Receive, store and maintain stock | Core |
SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | Core |
SITHCCC027* | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery | Core |
SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes | Core |
SITXCOM010 | Manage conflict | Core |
SITHKOP015* | Design and cost menus | Core |
SITHCCC028* | Prepare appetisers and salads | Core |
SITXFSA008* | Develop and implement a food safety program | Core |
SITHKOP013* | Plan cooking operations | Core |
SITHCCC029* | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups | Core |
SITHCCC030* | Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes | Core |
SITHKOP012* | Develop recipes for special dietary requirements | Core |
SITHCCC042* | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements | Core |
SITHCCC035* | Prepare poultry dishes | Core |
SITHCCC036* | Prepare meat dishes | Core |
SITHCCC037* | Prepare seafood dishes | Core |
SITHCCC041* | Produce cakes, pastries and breads | Core |
SITHPAT016* | Produce desserts | Core |
SITXMGT004 | Monitor work operations | Core |
SITHCCC031* | Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes | Core |
SITXFIN009 | Manage finances within a budget | Core |
SITXHRM008 | Roster staff | Core |
SITXHRM009 | Lead and manage people | Core |
SITHCCC043* | Work effectively as a cook | Core |
SITHCCC026* | Package prepared foodstuffs | Elective |
SITHKOP014 | Plan catering for events or functions | Elective |
SITHCCC040 | Prepare and serve cheese | Elective |
SITHCCC025 | Prepare and present sandwiches | Elective |
SITXCOM006 | Source and present information | Elective |
SITXCCS011 | Interact with customers | Elective |
* These are prerequisite units.
Please note: electives may vary by state and are subject to change to meet client and industry requirements.
Intakes 2023
Term 2 2023 Monday, 10 April 2023
Term 3 2023 Monday, 3 July 2023
Term 4 2023 Monday, 25 September 2023
Intakes 2024
Term 1 2024 Monday, 15 January 2024
Term 2 2024 Monday, 8 April 2024
Term 3 2024 Monday, 1 July 2024
Term 4 2024 Monday, 23 September 2024
Intakes 2025
Term 1 2025 Monday, 13 January 2025
Term 2 2025 Monday, 7 April 2025
Term 3 2025 Monday, 30 June 2025
Term 4 2025 Monday, 22 September 2025
Intakes 2026
Term 1 2026 Monday, 12 January 2026
Term 2 2026 Monday, 6 April 2026
Term 3 2026 Monday, 29 June 2026
Term 4 2026 Monday, 21 September 2026
Intakes 2027
Term 1 2027 Monday, 11 January 2027
Term 2 2027 Monday, 5 April 2027
Term 3 2027 Monday, 28 June 2027
Term 4 2027 Monday, 20 September 2027
Intakes 2028
Term 1 2028 Monday, 10 January 2028
Term 2 2028 Monday, 3 April 2028
Term 3 2028 Monday, 26 June 2028
Term 4 2028 Monday, 18 September 2028
Intakes 2029
Term 1 2029 Monday, 8 January 2029
Term 2 2029 Monday, 2 April 2029
Term 3 2029 Monday, 25 June 2029
Term 4 2029Monday, 17 September 2029
This course is targeted at international students who are:
- Seeking to pursue a career in business
- Seeking to enter a new industry sector
- Seeking a pathway to higher-level qualifications
Completing this course may provide you with employment or learning opportunities. Potential employment options are in a range of business industry areas. Further education pathways may include the BSB60120 Advanced Diploma of Business or a range of Advanced Diploma qualifications, as well as higher education qualifications in business or management.
How can you apply?
To apply for this course, you are required to complete an enrolment form and submit all required supporting evidence including copies of your:
- High School Certificate
- proof of English language proficiency as specified in the entry requirements.
Where to from here?
If your application is successful, we will send you an Offer Letter and Student Agreement. You should make sure you read through this document carefully to make sure you are happy with all of the terms and conditions. If you are, then simply sign the document and send it back to us.
Once we receive this, we will issue you with a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) letter and an invoice for the first payment.
The first day of each course will include orientation and induction. Orientation will include information about the campus, living in Australia, accessing our support services and methods for achieving success throughout the course, including course progress requirements.
This course outline should be read in conjunction with Illoura College International Student Handbook.
