Commis Chef Courses
A Commis Chef assists in food preparation in a commercial kitchen, requiring teamwork, organisation, and the ability to follow instructions.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Commis Chef
Get qualified to work as a Commis Chef with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
SIT31021
Duration
6 months - 3 years
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Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Become a qualified pastry chef with the SIT31021 Certificate III in Patisserie. With this fantastic qualification you’ll have the skills to create fantastic bread and yeast products as well as specialist cakes, pastries, petit fours, biscuits and cookies, confectionary, and desserts. The course also covers: perishable stock control, modern cooking methods, kitchen hygiene and safety, food preparation equipment, planning and costing recipes. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, patisserie c...
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Duration
6 months - 3 years
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Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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SIT30821
Duration
3 months - 4 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Become a trade cook with the SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to safely prepare and cook a range of contemporary dishes including meats and poultry, seafoods, fruit and vegetables, cakes and breads, desserts, soups, and sauces. Even better you’ll learn how to work efficiently in the back-of-house and can specialise in either contemporary cooking and catering or Asian cookery. Enquire now for the list of study units, specialisation ...
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Duration
3 months - 4 years
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Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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SIT31121
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
The SIT31121 Certificate III in Asian Cookery equips cooks with advanced skills in preparing Asian cuisine and a solid understanding of kitchen operations. It enables individuals to work independently, using their judgement and following established plans, policies, and procedures. Cooks will learn to create a variety of Asian dishes while applying well-developed culinary techniques, working under limited supervision.
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Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
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SIT60322
Duration
6 weeks - 3 years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
Get the skills you need to manage a restaurant, kitchen or bistro with the SIT60322 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management (Commercial Cookery). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you a mix of leadership, business administration, and food preparation/cooking skills. During your studies you will learn how to manage staff, budgets and finance, stock, customer service and compliance. You’ll also learn the fundamentals of commercial cooking so you can oversee the kitchen, or even step-in...
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Duration
6 weeks - 3 years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
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Common questions
How much does a Commis Chef earn?
In Australia, a full time Commis Chef generally earns $1,250 per week ($65,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Commis Chef?
There has been strong employment growth in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 38,300 people working in this profession in Australia and many of them specialise as a Commis Chef. Commis Chefs may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Commis Chef?
If you’re planning a career as a Commis Chef, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery. You’ll learn basic cooking and food preparation methods and develop the skills to cook a range of meals, appetisers, salads and desserts. A Diploma of Hospitality Management (Commercial Cookery) may also be suitable.
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A Commis Chef works in a specialty section of food preparation in a commercial kitchen. You’ll performs a range of tasks to assist other chefs in the creation and serving of meals. Commis Chefs may prepare ingredients and cook parts of a meal such as meat, sauces or side dishes. You might have to complete other kitchen tasks such as preparing tools or equipment or cleaning food preparation areas.
Commis Chefs should be able to work quickly and follow instructions. It’s important that you can communicate well and work as part of a team. Commis Chefs need to be organised and able to focus on their tasks. You may have to perform several tasks at one time and you may be required to work irregular hours such as nights, weekends or holidays.
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