Students must be at least 18 years old when they commence studies.
| Duration | 24 weeks |
| English Proficiency | IELTS Academic 6.0, PTE Academic 50 or equivalent test score OR successful completion of Upper Intermediate ELICOS at Sunraysia Institute of TAFE or a partner pathway. |
| Fees per Term (AUD) | $3,615 |
| Total Fees (AUD) | $7,230 |
| Course Start Dates | 2025: 3 February, 22 April, 21 July, 6 October 2026: 27 January, 20 April, 13 July, 5 October |
| Academic Requirements | Completion of Year 11 or Australian Year 11 equivalent. Completion of Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or relevant approved qualification. |
| Study Mode | Full-time, face to face learning. Classes are timetabled 3 days per week. |
| Course Credits | Up to 21 units will be credit transferred from the Certificate IV in Kitchen Management to the Diploma of Hospitality Management. The course duration may increase for a student who holds fewer than 21 units that can be credited to this course. |
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| SITXCCS015 | Enhance customer service experiences | 40 | $35.00 |
| SITXCCS016 | Develop and manage quality customer service practices | 30 | $35.00 |
| SITXCOM010 | Manage conflict | 20 | $35.00 |
| SITXFIN009 | Manage finances within a budget | 30 | $35.00 |
| SITXFIN010 | Prepare and monitor budgets | 30 | $35.00 |
| SITXGLC002 | Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law | 80 | $35.00 |
| SITXHRM008 | Roster staff | 30 | $35.00 |
| SITXHRM009 | Lead and manage people | 60 | $35.00 |
| SITXMGT004 | Monitor work operations | 20 | $35.00 |
| SITXMGT005 | Establish and conduct business relationships | 60 | $35.00 |
| SITXWHS007 | Implement and monitor work health and safety practices | 30 | $35.00 |
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | $0.00 |
| 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 |
| SITHKOP012 | Develop recipes for special dietary requirements | 25 | $55.00 |
| SITHPAT016 | Produce desserts | 100 | $220.00 |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | 15 | $25.00 |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | 40 | $40.00 |
| SITXHRM010 | Recruit, select and induct staff | 60 | $35.00 |
| SITXINV006 | Receive, store and maintain stock | 20 | $35.00 |
