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SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management is the latest nationally accredited qualification for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in the hospitality industry, specifically in kitchen management roles. The course is hands-on, with students working in a kitchen-like environment, learning from experienced kitchen managers, and practicing their skills on real kitchen operations.

Vigil International College (CRICOS #04044M, RTO #45894) offers this course with high quality course materials and premier student support. We deliver training that is customised to meet the needs of our students and employers.

Course Duration:

This course is designed to be completed over 78 weeks (including 18 weeks of holidays).

Expected Study Hours: Typical learners are expected to spend 16 hours in classroom training and 4 hours of self-study each week.

Delivery Method:

This course is delivered through a combination of the following:

1. Classroom Sessions
2. Structured Self-Study
3. Work Based Training (Work Placement): The amount of training includes 240 hours of work placement to be completed in an operational hospitality establishment (such as restaurants, cafes, and function venues), to demonstrate your skills and knowledge and to complete assessment requirements.

Students will be assessed in various ways:

• Written Questions
• Case Studies
• Presentations
• Reports
• Role plays/observations

There are no formal pre-requisites required to enter this course.

However, Vigil International College requires students to meet the following criteria:

• 18 years or older
• Have basic computer skill
• Hold a Current Student Visa
• Have sound language, literacy, and numeracy skills.
  If you are from an English-speaking Background, you must have completed at least Year 10 English, or equivalent.
  If you are from a non-English speaking background, you must provide one of the following, as evidence, of upper intermediate proficiency in English:
  • IELTS total band score of at least 6.0 with no band less than 5.5, or equivalent.
  • TOEFL IBT, Pearson Test of English, Cambridge English Advanced with scores equivalent to IELTS 6.0 and no less than 5.5 in each band.
  • The English test must have been taken within two years before the application is made.

* Students who fail the LL&N assessment may still be enrolled to a course if endorsed by the trainer/assessor, and corresponding additional support strategies are in place.

Resources Required:

Vigil International College will provide students with all Learning & Assessment resources required to complete this course.

However, students must ensure that they have access to the following resources:

• A computer or laptop with Internet
• Printer
• Smartphone or digital camera
• Google Chrome (recommended browser)
• Email software
• Video conferencing application
• MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint or equivalent applications
• Adobe Acrobat Reader or equivalent application
• Pen, notebook, and paper

The cost of undertaking this course is:

• Onshore Students: $12,500
• Offshore Students: $15,500

Other Fees:

• Enrolment Fee: $300
• Material Fee: $1,800

Note: Please read the Vigil International College Student Handbook and other policies and procedures including Refund Policy, Complaints and Appeals Policy, RPL Procedure prior to enrolling.

This course is designed for international students who have a passion for the food and hospitality industry and are interested in pursuing a career in kitchen management.

Career Pathways:

This course offers a pathway into a variety of roles in the hair industry. Here are some examples:

• Kitchen manager
• Head chef
• Restaurant manager
• Food service manager
• Catering manager
• Kitchen supervisor

Education Pathway:

This course offers a pathway for further studies. You may be interested in undertaking further qualifications, such as:

• SIT50212 - Diploma of Hospitality Management
• SIT60312 - Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management

Upon successful completion of all thirty-three (33) units of competency listed below, you will be awarded with the qualification SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management.

• SITHCCC023 Use food preparation equipment
• SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
• SITHCCC028 Prepare appetisers and salads
• SITHCCC029 Prepare stocks, sauces and soups
• SITHCCC030 Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes
• SITHCCC031 Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes
• SITHCCC035 Prepare poultry dishes
• SITHCCC036 Prepare meat dishes
• SITHCCC037 Prepare seafood dishes
• SITHCCC041 Produce cakes, pastries and breads
• SITHCCC042 Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
• SITHCCC043 Work effectively as a cook
• SITHKOP010 Plan and cost recipes
• SITHKOP012 Develop recipes for special dietary requirements
• SITHKOP013 Plan cooking operations
• SITHKOP015 Design and cost menus
• SITHPAT016 Produce desserts
• SITXCOM010 Manage conflict
• SITXFIN009 Manage finances within a budget
• SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
• SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices
• SITXFSA008 Develop and implement a food safety program
• SITXHRM008 Roster staff
• SITXHRM009 Lead and manage people
• SITXINV006 Receive, store and maintain stock
• SITXMGT004 Monitor work operations
• SITXWHS007 Implement and monitor work health and safety practices
• BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships
• SITHCCC038 Produce and serve food for buffets
• SITHCCC040 Prepare and serve cheese
• SITHCCC044 Prepare specialised food items
• SITXCCS014 Provide service to customers
• SITXFIN010 Prepare and monitor budgets

Vigil International College has a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process in place which is discussed in detail in the RTO’s Recognition Policy and Procedure.

Prospective students are informed of the RPL Policy and procedures prior to enrolment in the course and through a variety of means, including pre-enrolment interview, enrolment form, student handbook, and website.