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Intro to Cookery

  • Non-Award

The Tassie food scene is thriving and employment opportunities are high, with trained workers in demand. If the idea of preparing beautiful food makes your mouth water, this course is a great first step!

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Course Code
TASMSS0193-V01
Study Mode
In person

About this course

The Tassie food scene is thriving and employment opportunities are high, with trained workers in demand. If the idea of preparing beautiful food makes your mouth water, this course is a great first step!

This course gives introduces you to the world of cooking and includes a strong base of essential skills. If you're looking for employment in restaurants, hotels, cafes, bars, pubs or catering facilities, set yourself up for success with this course!

In this course you will gain experience working in a commercial kitchen setting. You'll learn about a range of food preparation equipment. You'll be able to select, and safely use, the right equipment for the food being prepared. This course covers how to safely and hygienically handle and store food, as well as how to clean food preparation areas and equipment. You will also gain experience in preparing and presenting a range of simple dishes.

The course is delivered full-time over three (3) weeks on campus and includes some online learning. On successful completion of this course, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for the units completed.

Study locations

Devonport

Drysdale Launceston

Drysdale Hobart

Career pathways

  • Kitchen hand
  • Kitchen steward
  • Cafe assistant
  • Fast food cook
  • Sandwich hand

Credit for prior study or work

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience - which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.