Sous Chef Courses
A Sous Chef manages kitchen operations, prepares menus, supervises staff, and ensures high food quality and hygiene in a busy environment.
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 Sous Chef
Get qualified to work as a Sous Chef with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
SIT40521
Duration
5 months - 4 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Become a qualified chef and gain additional leadership skills with the SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management. This nationally recognised qualification will take you beyond your chef’s qualification by teaching you how to roster and manage the entire kitchen staff. The course delivers all the skills you need to work as a chef — cooking contemporary dishes, operating a fully functional kitchen, and implementing a food safety program. Choose specialist electives in cookery and catering, Asian cooking...
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Duration
5 months - 4 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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SIT60322
Estimated fee
From $11,380
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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Estimated fee
From $11,380
Duration
6 weeks - 3 years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
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SIT60322
Duration
9 months - 24 months
Study mode
On Campus, Online
The SIT60322 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management (Culinary) equips students with the skills and knowledge to excel as senior managers in various hospitality sectors. This qualification enables them to analyse, strategise, and implement decisions using a wide range of technical, creative, conceptual, and managerial skills. Graduates possess a robust knowledge base, adept at navigating complex challenges and driving organisational success, often assuming roles of significant accountability and overse...
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Duration
9 months - 24 months
Study mode
On Campus, Online
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Estimated fee
From $47,320
The Bachelor of Culinary Management combines practical culinary skills with business and management knowledge. This four-year degree provides a critical understanding of the culinary manager’s role, blending theory with hands-on experience. It covers classic cooking techniques, food service, and menu design, alongside subjects like human resource management, leadership, innovation, and strategy. This equips you with the skills needed to manage finances, stock, staff, and facilities, enabling you to pursue...
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From $47,320
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Common questions
How much does a Sous Chef earn?
In Australia, a full time Sous Chef generally earns $1,507 per week ($78,364 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 Sous Chef?
This industry has seen strong growth in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 101,000 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Sous Chef. Sous Chefs may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Sous Chef?
A Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Sous Chef. This course will give you the skills to prepare contemporary dishes using the latest international techniques. You’ll learn to work with meat, poultry, seafood, vegetables, cakes, pastries, desserts and breads.
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A Sous Chef oversees the daily operations of a commercial kitchen. You’ll prepare menus and source ingredients and may have to liaise with a range of food suppliers. Sous Chefs ensure kitchens are running effectively and meals are prepared to a high standard. You’ll supervise kitchen staff, make sure food preparation areas are clean and hygienic and meals are prepared in an appropriate time.
Sous Chefs should be highly organised and able to handle the demands of a busy kitchen. You’ll need to be a good problem solver and able to manage several tasks at one time. Attention to detail is important and you’ll need to display good leadership skills. Sous Chefs should be good communicators and able to deal with staff from a range of backgrounds.
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