Certificate IV in Kitchen Management
Course details
Overview
This qualification reflects the role of commercial 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.
Careers
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.
Pathways
Diploma of Hospitality, Advanced Diploma of Hospitality.
Entry Requirements
Applicants are required to undertake a Pre-Training Review to help confirm the course is suitable. Applicants enrolling as an Apprentice/Trainee must have a registered training contract.
Units & Assessment
Core Units
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| SITHCCC023 | Use food preparation equipment | 25 | $100.00 |
| SITHCCC027 | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery | 45 | $150.00 |
| SITHCCC028 | Prepare appetisers and salads | 25 | $115.00 |
| SITHCCC029 | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups | 35 | $145.00 |
| SITHCCC030 | Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes | 50 | $145.00 |
| SITHCCC031 | Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes | 40 | $145.00 |
| SITHCCC035 | Prepare poultry dishes | 35 | $155.00 |
| SITHCCC036 | Prepare meat dishes | 55 | $220.00 |
| SITHCCC037 | Prepare seafood dishes | 35 | $200.00 |
| SITHCCC041 | Produce cakes, pastries and breads | 55 | $155.00 |
| SITHCCC042 | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements | 75 | $170.00 |
| SITHCCC043 | Work effectively as a cook | 100 | $135.00 |
| SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes | 40 | $35.00 |
| SITHKOP012 | Develop recipes for special dietary requirements | 25 | $55.00 |
| SITHKOP013 | Plan cooking operations | 100 | $50.00 |
| SITHKOP015 | Design and cost menus | 30 | $35.00 |
| SITHPAT016 | Produce desserts | 100 | $220.00 |
| SITXCOM010 | Manage conflict | 20 | $25.00 |
| SITXFIN009 | Manage finances within a budget | 30 | $35.00 |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | 15 | $25.00 |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | 40 | $40.00 |
| SITXFSA008 | Develop and implement a food safety program | 50 | $35.00 |
| SITXHRM008 | Roster staff | 30 | $35.00 |
| SITXHRM009 | Lead and manage people | 60 | $35.00 |
| SITXINV006 | Receive, store and maintain stock | 20 | $25.00 |
| SITXMGT004 | Monitor work operations | 20 | $25.00 |
| SITXWHS007 | Implement and monitor work health and safety practices | 30 | $35.00 |
Elective Units
| Code | Unit Name | Hours |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 |
| SITHCCC038 | Produce and serve food for buffets | 25 |
| SITHCCC039 | Produce pates and terrines | 30 |
| SITHCCC040 | Prepare and serve cheese | 20 |
| SITHKOP009 | Clean kitchen premises and equipment | 13 |
| SITHPAT014 | Produce yeast-based bakery products | 42 |
| SITXCCS014 | Provide service to customers | 25 |
| SITXCCS015 | Enhance customer service experiences | 40 |
| SITXFIN010 | Prepare and monitor budgets | 30 |
| SITXGLC002 | Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law | 80 |
| SITXHRM007 | Coach others in job skills | 20 |
| SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices | 12 |
Your particular units of study will be determined from the core and elective units required for this qualification.
RPL is a formal assessment process that recognises relevant skills and knowledge you have already gained through previous training, work and life experiences. Contact the Institute today to discuss your options for RPL.
RPL is a formal assessment process that recognises relevant skills and knowledge you have already gained through previous training, work and life experiences. Contact the Institute today to discuss your options for RPL.
Course Fees
| 2026 | |
| Government Subsidised | $8,763 |
| Concession | $2,893 |
| Apprenticeship | $7,807 |
| Apprenticeship Concession | $2,893 |
| Self-Funded | $10,401 |
Free TAFE for Priority Courses is a Victorian Government program that covers your tuition fees to study in selected courses at TAFE, if you're eligible. Eligibility criteria apply. Free TAFE on selected courses only. Other fees and charges may apply. See www.freetafe.vic.gov.au.
Average total fees include designated materials and will vary according to your specific unit choices and other factors.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
For information on refunds in relation to withdrawals, transfers and cancellations refer to the following policies and procedures.
Refund of Course Fees Policy
Student Withdrawal and Refund of Course Fees Procedure
Please visit our Fees and Charges page for more information.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
For information on refunds in relation to withdrawals, transfers and cancellations refer to the following policies and procedures.
Refund of Course Fees Policy
Student Withdrawal and Refund of Course Fees Procedure
Please visit our Fees and Charges page for more information.
Course Intakes
| Intake | Campus | Course Details |
| 2026 February | Mildura Campus | Full Time, Classroom, Full Year, Apprentice |
| 2026 October | Mildura Campus | Full Time, Classroom, Term 4, 9.00AM - 4.30PM |
| 2026 October | Mildura Campus | International, , Full Time, Classroom, Term 4, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 9.00AM - 4.30PM |
