Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

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This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

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 skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

  • Financial help

    • Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:

      • Career Boost (general)
      • Career Boost (apprenticeship)

      *To be eligible for this funding, you have to do an apprenticeship.

      Check your eligibility

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

    To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.

  • On-the-job training

    • Completing this course through an apprenticeship can help you to learn the skills you need.

    This apprenticeship is available:

    • Commercial Cookery - Demi Chef

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Through apprenticeship:
      4 years
    • Qualification only:
      6 months – 2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Workplace-based
    • Some classroom learning
    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Practical learning

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Design and cost menus Core
Develop and implement a food safety program Core
Develop recipes for special dietary requirements Core
Implement and monitor work health and safety practices Core
Lead and manage people Core
Manage conflict Core
Manage finances within a budget Core
Monitor work operations Core
Participate in safe food handling practices Core
Plan and cost recipes Core
Plan cooking operations Core
Prepare appetisers and salads Core
Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery Core
Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements Core
Prepare meat dishes Core
Prepare poultry dishes Core
Prepare seafood dishes Core
Prepare stocks, sauces and soups Core
Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes Core
Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes Core
Produce cakes, pastries and breads Core
Produce desserts Core
Receive, store and maintain stock Core
Roster staff Core
Use food preparation equipment Core
Use hygienic practices for food safety Core
Work effectively as a cook Core
Control stock Elective
Design and produce sweet showpieces Elective
Develop and manage social media and online strategies Elective
Enhance customer service experiences Elective
Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks Elective
Interpret financial information Elective
Lead diversity and inclusion Elective
Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms Elective
Manage risk to organisational reputation in an online setting Elective
Model sugar-based decorations Elective
Operate a bar Elective
Package prepared foodstuffs Elective
Plan and implement service of buffets Elective
Plan catering for events or functions Elective
Prepare and model marzipan Elective
Prepare and serve cheese Elective
Prepare and serve espresso coffee Elective
Prepare Asian appetisers and snacks Elective
Prepare Asian cooked dishes Elective
Prepare Asian desserts Elective
Prepare Asian rice and noodles Elective
Prepare Asian salads Elective
Prepare Asian sauces, dips and accompaniments Elective
Prepare Asian stocks and soups Elective
Prepare dim sum Elective
Prepare specialised food items Elective
Produce and serve food for buffets Elective
Produce chocolate confectionery Elective
Produce cook-chill and cook-freeze foods Elective
Produce pates and terrines Elective
Produce petits fours Elective
Produce specialised cakes Elective
Produce yeast-based bakery products Elective
Provide First Aid Elective
Provide responsible service of alcohol Elective
Provide service to customers Elective
Provide table service of food and beverage Elective
Purchase goods Elective
Recruit, select and induct staff Elective
Re-thermalise chilled and frozen foods Elective
Serve food and beverage Elective
Transport and store food Elective
Use social media and online tools Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate IV in Kitchen Management sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Chef

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    Plan and prepare food for customers and guests.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

  • Cook

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    Prepare and cook food to fulfil customer orders.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Fast Food Cook

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    Fast Food Cooks prepare a restricted range of foods in fast food establishments.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate I or secondary education

  • Other Food Trades Assistant

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    Other Food Trades Assistants include jobs like Butcher's Assistant, Chef's Assistant, and Cook's Assistant.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate I or secondary education

Training providers delivering Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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