Where will Certificate II in Kitchen Operations lead you?

Certificate II in Kitchen Operations will lead students to a variety of employment opportunities in the Hospitality Industry. Certificate II in Kitchen Operations is delivered as an auspiced program through AIET, as a two-year program. 

Common work tasks

• Check food to ensure its quality
• Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
• Prepare food for cooking
• Cook food by a range of methods (baking, braising, frying, roasting or steaming for example)
• Divide food into portions and ensure the food is well presented
• Clean food preparation areas and equipment
• Store food in temperature controlled facilities
• Receive and store supplies
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements
• Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements

Are you suited?

• Do you enjoy cooking?
• Do you have a high level of personal hygiene?
• Are you able to manage your time and work under pressure?
• Do you have good communication skills?
• Are you punctual?
• Are you able to stay calm in difficult situations?
• Do you work well in a team?

If you answer yes to all or most of these questions then a job in Hospitality is for YOU!

Year 11 Subjects

• Certificate II in Kitchen Operations
• Workplace Learning
• English
• Mathematics
• Food Science and Technology
• One other option subject

Year 12 Subjects

• Certificate II in Kitchen Operations
• Workplace Learning
• English
• Mathematics (optional)
• Food Science and Technology
• One other option subject