Kitchen Attendant Courses
A Kitchen Attendant helps prepare food, maintains cleanliness in the kitchen, and assists staff while prioritising tasks and following 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 Kitchen Attendant
Get qualified to work as a Kitchen Attendant with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
SIT30622
Duration
9 weeks - 4 years
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Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Get started in the hospitality industry with the SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality. With this nationally recognised qualification you could work in bars, coffee shops, nightclubs, hotels, resorts, casinos, events and festivals. You’ll gain skills in communication and customer service and choose electives that support your career interests: food and beverage service, cooking, guest services, gaming, barista services, administration and customer service. Enquire now for the full list of elective choic...
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Duration
9 weeks - 4 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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SIT20322
Duration
2 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Get a job in the hospitality industry with the SIT20322 Certificate II in Hospitality. This nationally recognised certificate can help you find work at clubs, pubs, hotels, resorts, theme parks, cafes, restaurants, and bistros. The course covers: communicating with customers, interacting with guests and workmates from different cultural backgrounds, staying safe at work, hygiene controls in hospitality, cleaning, using equipment, and more. When enrolling, ask your course provider to help you select study ...
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Duration
2 weeks - 24 months
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Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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SITSS00068
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
If you’d like a job at a restaurant, coffee shop, bistro, or mobile catering outlet you need a food handler’s certificate. The nationally recognised SITSS00068 Food Handling Skill Set meets these requirements and delivers the skills and knowledge you need to work in hospitality venues around Australia. The course covers: food hazards, cross contamination, temperature controls, personal hygiene, food-borne illness, cleaning and sanitising, infection controls, and much more. Enquire now for the list of hosp...
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Blended, On Campus, Online
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SITXFSA005
Duration
Half day - 3 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
The nationally recognised short-course SITXFSA005 Use Hygienic Practices for Food Safety is often referred to as ‘Hygiene for Food Handlers’ and is the industry standard for restaurant, cafe, and bistro workers in Australia. The course covers: identifying food hazards and preventing food contamination, following critical work procedures, cleaning and sanitising food handling areas correctly, maintaining personal hygiene and infection controls. Enquire now for entry requirements, food handling competencies...
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Duration
Half day - 3 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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How much does a Kitchen Attendant earn?
In Australia, a full time Kitchen Attendant generally earns $1,000 per week ($52,000 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 Kitchen Attendant?
The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly in recent years. There are currently 136,900 people employed as a Kitchen Attendant in Australia compared to 125,700 five years ago. Kitchen Attendants may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Kitchen Attendant?
If a career as a Kitchen Attendant interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate I in Hospitality. You’ll develop your skills with customer service, food safety and hygiene and communication. A Certificate II in Kitchen Operations or a Certificate III in Hospitality (Food and Beverage) may also be appropriate.
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A Kitchen Attendant assists with the preparation of food in a café, restaurant or catering venue. You might prepare ingredients and create simple meals. Kitchen Attendants ensure the kitchen area is clean and hygienic and make sure all tools and equipment are available. You might help other kitchen or serving staff when required.
Kitchen Attendants should be organised and able to prioritise their workload. It’s important that you are focused and can pay attention to detail. Kitchen Attendants must be able to follow instructions and work as part of a team. Depending on your workplace, you might have to work irregular hours including nights and weekends.
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