Kitchen Operations & Management
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Training Overview
Develop advanced culinary and management skills with our comprehensive Certificate IV in Kitchen Management program. This qualification reflects the role of chefs and cooks who have a supervisory or team leading role in the kitchen. You'll learn to operate independently or with limited guidance from others, using discretion to solve non-routine problems. This course prepares you for leadership positions in various hospitality settings, including restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes, and coffee shops, or to run a small business in these sectors.
Comprehensive Kitchen Operations and Management Training
The Certificate IV in Kitchen Management equips you with a diverse range of culinary and supervisory skills applicable across various commercial kitchen environments. You'll gain expertise in preparing complex dishes, developing menus, managing kitchen operations, and leading kitchen teams. The course offers flexibility to specialize in specific areas such as Asian cookery, patisserie, or food and beverage service through elective units. With a focus on practical, industry-relevant skills, this qualification provides a solid foundation for a successful career in kitchen management.
Who is this Program Designed for?
•Experienced Chefs and Cooks
Culinary professionals looking to advance their career into supervisory or management roles in the kitchen.
•Aspiring Kitchen Managers
Those aiming to develop the skills needed for leadership positions in various hospitality settings.
•Small Business Owners
Individuals planning to run their own food service business in the hospitality sector.
What You Will Learn
Advanced Culinary Skills
Preparing complex dishes using various cooking methods. Creating appetizers, stocks, sauces, soups, and main courses. Producing cakes, pastries, breads, and desserts. Developing recipes for special dietary requirements.
Kitchen Management
Planning and costing recipes. Designing and costing menus. Planning cooking operations. Managing finances within a budget. Implementing food safety programs.
Leadership and Team Management
Leading and managing people. Rostering staff. Managing conflict. Monitoring work operations.
Specialized Areas (based on chosen electives)
Asian cookery (preparing various Asian dishes). Patisserie (producing specialized cakes, chocolate confectionery, and showpieces). Food and beverage service (operating a bar, serving food and beverages).
Requirements
- •No entry requirements specified
- •Experience in a commercial kitchen is beneficial
- •Strong communication and leadership skills
- •Basic numeracy skills for financial management tasks
Benefits of our Training Approach
Industry Expert
Expert-led courses designed by industry leading professionals.
Learning Formats
Flexible formats: online, in-person, and blended options.
Industry Coverage
Covers a wide range of industries and skills.
Tailored Programs
Customizable programs to meet your company’s specific needs.
Engaging Learning
Interactive experiences designed to boost retention.
Team Scalability
Scalability to accommodate teams of any size.
SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management
Upon successful completion, you will receive the nationally recognized SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management qualification. This certification reflects the latest industry standards and supersedes the previous SIT40516 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery.
FAQs
Training for Teams
Skills U provides custom training for companies. Please contact us for more information.
We’ve trained professionals at some of the world’s leading companies.