SIT40521 – Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Course Overview & Career Opportunities

The SIT40521 – Certificate IV in Kitchen Management equips students with the professional skills to thrive as chefs or supervisors in commercial kitchens.
This qualification reflects the role of commercial cooks with team leadership and supervisory responsibilities, capable of operating independently, managing staff, and ensuring high-quality culinary outcomes.

Students will gain hands-on experience in advanced food preparation, kitchen operations, and cost management, preparing them to work in diverse environments such as restaurants, cafes, hotels, clubs, and catering services.

Career Opportunities include:

  • Chef
  • Chef de Partie
  • Kitchen Supervisor
  • Small Business Owner in Food Services

Graduates may progress to the SIT50422 – Diploma of Hospitality Management or other advanced hospitality qualifications.

Who Should Apply and Why

This course is perfect for individuals passionate about culinary arts, leadership, and the fast-paced hospitality industry.

You should apply if you are:

  • Seeking to pursue or advance a career as a chef or kitchen leader
  • Looking to enhance your management skills in a professional kitchen
  • Planning to start your own culinary business
  • Interested in progressing to higher-level hospitality qualification.

Typical Student Profile:

  • Aged 18–35, from diverse international backgrounds

  • Motivated to work in commercial kitchens or hospitality management

  • May have prior cookery experience or be a new entrant

  • Must demonstrate English proficiency (IELTS 5.5 or equivalent)

Students with prior training or experience may qualify for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer.

Course Delivery & Duration

This program offers a blend of practical, hands-on training, theoretical learning, and workplace experience to build real-world culinary expertise.

Duration: 78 weeks

  • 60 weeks of training and assessment
  • 18 weeks of breaks/holidays

 

Mode: Face-to-face classroom sessions, self-study, and industry placement
 

Placement: Included – required to demonstrate practical competence in a commercial kitchen

Academic Qualification

Completed Year 12 or Equivalent

Applicants must have completed secondary education or its equivalent.

Interview & Suitability

Entry Interview Required

Entry Interview Required

All applicants will attend a short interview to confirm their readiness and career motivation.

English Proficiency

IELTS 5.5 or Equivalent

IELTS 5.5 or Equivalent

English proficiency can be shown through IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, or by completing an internal placement test.

Identification & Credit

A valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required.
RPL or credit transfer may reduce duration or course fees.

USI & Credit Transfer

A valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) is mandatory.
RPL or credit transfer may shorten course duration or cost.

All Features

Entry Requirements and Eligibility

At Eureka Institute of Management, we welcome aspiring chefs ready to develop leadership and culinary excellence.

Pathway to Care Empowerment:

Graduates will possess the practical and managerial expertise to lead professional kitchens, manage operations, and deliver exceptional dining experiences.
This qualification also opens doors to Diploma-level studies in Hospitality Management and beyond.

Course Structure

A Step-by-Step Journey Through Culinary Qualification

To achieve the SIT40521 – Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, students must complete 33 units — 27 core and 6 electives — covering advanced cookery techniques, kitchen operations, and leadership skills.

Core Units:

More Units:

  • SITHCCC037 Prepare seafood dishes (Core)
  • SITHCCC041 Produce cakes, pastries and breads (Core)
  • SITHCCC042 Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements (Core)
  • SITHCCC043 Work effectively as a cook (Core)
  • SITHKOP010 Plan and cost recipes (Core)
  • SITHKOP012 Develop recipes for special dietary requirements (Core)
  • SITHKOP013 Plan cooking operations (Core)
  • SITHKOP015 Design and cost menus (Core)
  • SITHPAT016 Produce desserts (Core)
  • SITXCOM010 Manage conflict (Core)
  • SITXFIN009 Manage finances within a budget (Core)
  • SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety (Core)
  • SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices (Core)
  • SITXFSA008 Develop and implement a food safety program (Core)
  • SITXHRM008 Roster staff (Core)
  • SITXHRM009 Lead and manage people (Core)
  • SITXINV006 Receive, store and maintain stock (Core)
  • SITXMGT004 Monitor work operations (Core)
  • SITXWHS007 Implement and monitor work health and safety practices (Core)

Elective Units:

Course Fees

Please refer to the 2024 Fees Schedule 

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