Certificate IV in Catering Management
SIT40621
Hospitality & tourismCertificate IVNationally recognised
Level 4AQF level
23Units to complete
6 months to 2 yearsAQF length guide
2Training providers
Aug 2025Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQF
Qualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (SIT40621, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Certificate IV; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our factsOccupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Caterer
Industries
Hospitality
Source: training.gov.au
As listed for SIT40621 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our factsWhat you learn
To finish you complete 23 units: 15 core plus 8 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.
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BSBFIN401Report on financial activity
BSBTWK501Lead diversity and inclusion
HLTAHA040Assist with the monitoring and modification of meals and menus according to individualised plans
HLTAID011Provide First Aid
SIRXOSM002Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms
SIRXOSM003Use social media and online tools
SIRXOSM006Develop and manage social media and online strategies
SIRXOSM007Manage risk to organisational reputation in an online setting
SITHCCC023Use food preparation equipment
SITHCCC025Prepare and present sandwiches
SITHCCC026Package prepared foodstuffs
SITHCCC027Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITHCCC028Prepare appetisers and salads
SITHCCC029Prepare stocks, sauces and soups
SITHCCC030Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes
SITHCCC031Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes
SITHCCC032Produce cook-chill and cook-freeze foods
SITHCCC033Re-thermalise chilled and frozen foods
SITHCCC035Prepare poultry dishes
SITHCCC036Prepare meat dishes
SITHCCC037Prepare seafood dishes
SITHCCC038Produce and serve food for buffets
SITHCCC039Produce pates and terrines
SITHCCC040Prepare and serve cheese
SITHCCC041Produce cakes, pastries and breads
SITHCCC042Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
SITHCCC043Work effectively as a cook
SITHCCC044Prepare specialised food items
SITHFAB021Provide responsible service of alcohol
SITHFAB023Operate a bar
SITHFAB025Prepare and serve espresso coffee
SITHFAB027Serve food and beverage
SITHFAB034Provide table service of food and beverage
SITHKOP010Plan and cost recipes
SITHKOP011Plan and implement service of buffets
SITHKOP012Develop recipes for special dietary requirements
SITHKOP013Plan cooking operations
SITHKOP014Plan catering for events or functions
SITHKOP016Select catering systems
SITHPAT011Produce cakes
SITHPAT013Produce pastries
SITHPAT014Produce yeast-based bakery products
SITHPAT016Produce desserts
SITHPAT018Produce chocolate confectionery
SITXCCS014Provide service to customers
SITXCCS015Enhance customer service experiences
SITXCOM010Manage conflict
SITXFIN008Interpret financial information
SITXFIN009Manage finances within a budget
SITXFSA005Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITXFSA006Participate in safe food handling practices
SITXFSA007Transport and store food
SITXFSA008Develop and implement a food safety program
SITXHRM007Coach others in job skills
SITXHRM008Roster staff
SITXHRM009Lead and manage people
SITXINV006Receive, store and maintain stock
SITXINV007Purchase goods
SITXINV008Control stock
SITXMGT004Monitor work operations
SITXWHS006Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks
SITXWHS007Implement and monitor work health and safety practices
Source: training.gov.au
Unit list from the SIT40621 unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our factsWho offers it
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