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Food Services Assistant Courses in Melbourne

A Food Services Assistant supports chefs in meal preparation, manages ingredients, handles multiple tasks, and ensures kitchen cleanliness while working flexible hours.

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      This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.

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  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, 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).

How do I become a Food Services Assistant in Melbourne?

Get qualified to work as a Food Services Assistant with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Course providers in Melbourne

The following providers offer Food Services Assistant courses in Melbourne, Victoria.
VASS College of Vocational Education
40936
2
Institute of Training and Further Education
6372
2
Bellarine Training and Community Hub
20459
1
Complete Hospitality Training
3722
2
HITsa Training and Employment
40200
1
Cire Services
4150
1
Aveling
50503
1
Australian Academic Solutions
22604
1
Advance Community College
4016
1
Applied Training Solutions
90294
1
Start Training
22381
1
Short Courses Australia
41261
1
AQTraining
32456
1
CTA Training Specialists
31607
3
Sydney School of Business and Technology
90438
1
MSA Training and Professional Development
21526
1
Access Training and Logistics
21318
3
Everest Institute
52100
1
1SDO Training
41558
1
Melbourne Polytechnic
3075
4
ETC Training Solutions
6998
2
Australian College of Training
51269
1
Crown Training
40529
1
Australian Vocational Training and Employment Services
5090
1
Australian Careers Education
22424
1
Access Recognised Training Australia
88203
1
1 Education
6639
1
Vocational Training Services
51843
1
Page Institute
41171
1
Redmako Learning
40700
1
Pivotal Education
90272
1
Alffie
41206
1
Australian Salesmasters Training
6854
1
Training Institute Australasia
52612
1
Institute of Skills and Training Australia
0381
1
Dynamic Learning Services
40467
1
Australian National Institute of Business and Technology
21368
1
Queensland Academy of Technology
31246
1
The Illawarra Business College
90191
1
North Regional TAFE
52788
1
Regional Training Services Qld
40702
1
Barrington College
45030
1
Allara Learning
91178
1
Chisholm Institute
0260
2
VERTO
6971
1
Bendigo TAFE
3077
1
Australian Training Plus
91434
1
Learning Sphere
91718
1
College Australia
31222
1
MADEC
3957
1
Kangan Institute
3077
3
Canberra Institute of Technology
0101
1
Box Hill Institute
4687
3
South Regional TAFE
52790
1
SWC Training
4567
1
Careers Training Centre
40557
1
Look Now Training
31827
1
Tubal
51679
1
OCTEC Limited
90142
1
Precise Training
21090
1
Axial International College
2437
2
IVET Institute
40548
1
Institute of Tertiary & Higher Education Australia
22037
2
Stirling Institute of Australia
21132
1
Central Australian College
22302
1
Swinburne University of Technology
3059
1
Westgate Community Initiatives Group
4185
1
TAFE NSW
90003
1
ALACC Health College
21872
1
Early Childhood Training & Resource Centre
90331
1
New Futures Training
21203
1
Australian Food Training Centre
40094
1

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Food Service Assistant generally earns $1,084 per week ($56,368 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.

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This profession has seen strong employment growth over the last five years. There are currently 136,900 people working in this industry in Australia and many of them specialise as a Food Service Assistant. Food Service Assistants may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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A Certificate III in Catering Operations is an excellent qualification if you’re planning a career as a Food Service Assistant. This course will give you the skills to prepare and present dishes and covers topics including basic cooking methods and food safety and hygiene. You’ll be able to specialise in an area of interest such as patisserie, wine and beverages, meat, seafood, soups and sauces, vegetables or poultry.

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Further reading

Career spotlight: Hospitality professionals

17th September 2019

How to start a career as a Personal Assistant

2nd December 2021

What can you do with a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Nutrition and Dietetics)?

16th February 2022

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Food Services Assistant careers

If you're considering a career as a Food Services Assistant, enrolling in one of the many Food Services Assistant courses in Melbourne is a great starting point. These courses are designed to equip you with essential skills in food safety, hygiene practices, and customer service, making you an asset in various hospitality settings. In Melbourne, leading training providers such as ANIBT, which offers a Certificate III in Hospitality, and Start Training, known for its Use Hygienic Practices for Food Safety course, provide excellent training options tailored for aspiring food service professionals.

Completing a Food Services Assistant course not only prepares you for the role but also opens pathways to a variety of related job roles in Melbourne's vibrant food industry. Whether you see yourself as a Catering Assistant, Kitchen Attendant, or even an Apprentice Chef, the skills learned are fundamental to your success. Other exciting career opportunities include becoming a Chef, Cooks Assistant, or a Sandwich Hand, all of which have a demand in Melbourne's bustling hospitality sector.

The range of courses available in Melbourne is designed to cater to all levels of experience. For instance, Chisholm Institute offers a Certificate I in Initial Adult Literacy and Numeracy that helps students improve their foundational skills, while both New Futures Training and Melbourne Polytechnic offer tailored programs to help students thrive in hospitality roles. As you embark on your journey towards becoming a skilled Food Services Assistant, remember to check out related career roles such as Pastry Chef, Patissier, and Demi Chef, which illustrate the diverse opportunities that await in this exciting industry.