Hospitality and Cookery

Hospitality and Cookery programs offer students practical, hands-on training in one of the world’s most vibrant and dynamic industries.

From classrooms to cafés — skills that open doors

From food preparation and safety to customer service and teamwork, students gain the confidence and capabilities to thrive in fast-paced hospitality environments.

These programs also equip students with valuable life skills – including time management, communication, and collaboration – that translate to part-time employment and long-term career potential. Whether students dream of working in kitchens, cafés, hotels, or events, Hospitality and Cookery programs provide a strong foundation for success both locally and globally.

Lifeskills

Cookery skills
Working with diverse people
Communication
Teamwork & collaboration
Food hygiene
Work health & safety

IVET Courses

SIT10222

Certificate I in Hospitality

Duration

1 Year

The Certificate I in Hospitality is an ideal starting point for students beginning their vocational journey – offering hands-on experience in hospitality fundamentals such as food handling, customer service, and workplace safety.

Designed to support younger learners or those with limited experience, this course builds foundational skills in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, while encouraging confidence in a professional setting.

Students explore pathways into cafés, restaurants, hotels, and other service-based environments, gaining a valuable stepping stone toward further study or entry-level employment in the hospitality industry.

Learning Areas

  • Customer service
  • Communications
  • Business acumen
  • Management
  • Events
  • Tourism

Job Opportunities

  • Waiter/Waitress
  • Cook
  • Kitchenhand
SIT20322

Certificate II in Hospitality

Duration

1-2 Years

The Certificate II in Hospitality provides students with the skills and experience to thrive in entry-level roles across cafés, restaurants, hotels, and other hospitality settings.

Through hands-on, industry-relevant learning, students build confidence in customer service, workplace operations, food safety, and basic financial literacy while also strengthening essential skills in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.

This course offers a clear pathway into further study or employment, helping students explore a dynamic and growing industry while developing the professionalism and service mindset employers value.

Learning Areas

  • Customer service
  • Communications
  • Business acumen
  • Management
  • Events
  • Tourism

Job Opportunities

  • Barista
  • Waiter/Waitress
  • Cook
  • Kitchenhand
SIT20421

Certificate II in Cookery

Duration

2 Years

The Certificate II in Cookery introduces students to the fast-paced world of commercial kitchens, developing practical skills in food preparation, kitchen operations, and safe food handling.

Students gain confidence through real-world culinary experiences while building essential employability skills in communication, teamwork, organisation, and basic financial understanding.

This course provides a direct pathway into further study or entry-level roles in restaurants, cafés, hotels, and catering businesses, helping students turn their passion for food into future career opportunities.

Learning Areas

  • Customer service
  • Communications
  • Organisational skills
  • Management
  • Culinary

Job Opportunities

  • Cook
  • Kitchenhand

Future Pathways

  • Certificate III in Hospitality (SIT30622)
  • Certificate IV in Hospitality (SIT40422)
  • Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (SIT30821)
  • Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (SIT40521) Diploma of Hospitality Management (SIT50422)

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