Take the first step on your culinary career and learn the basics of food preparation and cookery from passionate and experienced chefs.
The Hospitality industry is a stimulating, fun and fast-paced work environment– and whether you choose to work in your local hospitality industry or travel abroad, qualified hospitality workers are always in high demand!
This qualification provides the core cookery training you’ll need to work in hospitality enterprises where food is prepared and served, including restaurants, hotels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafes, cafeterias and coffee shops.
In this course, you’ll learn how to work effectively with others in a commercial kitchen and participate in safe and hygienic work practices for food safety, as well as learn how to use food preparation equipment and clean kitchen premises and equipment.
You’ll also get lots of hand-on experience in preparing dishes using basic methods of cookery, as well as learning how to maintain the quality of perishable items.
On successful completion of this course, you will have the skills and experience you need to gain entry level employment, or continue your cookery career by obtaining an apprenticeship in Commercial Cookery.
Locations, dates & times
| Campus | Date | Attendance/Duration | Study type | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North | ||||
| Drysdale Launceston | 1 Feb 2021 - 4 Jun 2021 | Full-time This course will run full-time Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4pm with some evening classes and a work placement. Training is a combination of classroom and online learning and assessment. | Mixed Learning | Apply now |
| South | ||||
| Drysdale Hobart | 1 Feb 2021 - 4 Jun 2021 | Full-time Full time course with attendance require 4-5 days per week on campus. Classes will be mostly between the hours of 8.30am-4.30pm, however, some evening classes could be scheduled as part of the timetable. | Mixed Learning | Apply now |
| North West | ||||
| Devonport | 1 Feb 2021 - 4 Jun 2021 | Full-time 5 days, Monday to Friday 9 am to 3.30 pm. Times will vary and will include some early mornings and late evenings. Training is a combination of classroom and online learning and assessments. Work placement is included | Mixed Learning | Apply now |
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