A Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.
Applicants are required to attend a formal interview with the course coordinator to determine suitability for the course and ensure they have a clear understanding of the course requirements. At this interview stage students may negotiate any alternative training modes with the CDU Course Coordinator depending on their individual needs and availability.
While there is no qualification entry requirement, students will be expected to have employment in a relevant position in a commercial kitchen to satisfy the requirements of core unit SITHCCC043 Work effectively as a cook which requires students to complete 48 restaurant services.
Required Resources
Students are issued with the required learning and assessment materials for each unit.
Uniforms
A complete, clean laundered and ironed uniform and correct footwear must be worn at all times while attending class.
Uniform requirements for practical classes:
- 2 x White double breasted Chefs jacket (Not black. Complete with white buttons)
- 2 x Chef's trousers (Not black. Checked - modern or traditional)
- 2 x White apron
- 2 x Navy Blue neckerchief
- 1 x White Chef's Hat (skull cap)
- 1 x Shoes heavy duty, non-slip and clean (no sneakers or runners)
At your interview, the course facilitator, the course facilitator will give you more details suggesting where to purchase uniforms and tools of the trade, industry suppliers and price guidelines you should expect to pay.
Tools of Trade
Students will be required to supply their own tools of trade which includes cook's knives to use. All tools, uniforms and other equipment must be clearly identified by engraving or pen.
Starter toolkit:
- 1 x 25cm/30cm Chef's knife
- 1 x Steel
- 1 x Paring knife
- 1 x Vegetable peeler
- 1 x Thermometer
- 1 x Palette knife
- 1 x Boning knife
- 1 x Fish filleting knife
- 1 x Utility fork
- 1 x Thermal piping bag
- 1 x Set nozzles
- 1 x Sharpening stone
Tools must be kept clean and sharp in a safe hygienic carry case or knife roll. All tools, uniforms etc. must be clearly identified by engraving or pen.
