This qualification reflects the role of chefs and cooks who have a supervisory or team-leading role in the kitchen. They operate independently or with limited guidance from others and use discretion to solve non-routine problems.
CRICOS Code: 109531A
RTO #31293
This qualification reflects the role of chefs and cooks who have a supervisory or team-leading role in the kitchen. They operate independently or with limited guidance from others and use discretion to solve non-routine problems.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes, and coffee shops, or to run a small business in these sectors.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards, and industry codes of practice.
Applicants must be over the age of 18 years and successfully meet the entry requirements for Mayfair College as detailed in the ‘Student Handbook’.
These include:
Please note: RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning), CT (Credit Transfer), and RCC (Recognition of Current Competency) will be considered on individual applications. Students who feel they are eligible should contact Mayfair College before enrolment.
Upon completing this qualification, individuals can work as cooks in any commercial kitchen. Career progression is possible through our Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management.
The skills in this qualification are in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
Mayfair College has partnered with one of Australia’s leading and well- respected hospitality organisations, Mantle Group Hospitality.
The partnership will allow you to take part in hands-on vocational placement at inception of training at any one of Mantle Group’s well-established restaurants: Jimmy’s on the Mall, Pig ‘N’ Whistle, The Charming Squire, The Lucky Squire (Gold Coast), Phuc Deli Viet, The Summit Cafe and Restaurant, Tai Tai, The Sound Garden, Embers and Babylon Brisbane.
The opportunity to travel interstate to their NSW venues The Squire’s Landing and Babylon Rooftop is also available.
Total duration is 90 weeks, based on 20 hours per week study mode which includes shifts of vocational placement in a variety of Mantle Group Hospitality’s restaurants. This duration is inclusive of 78 weeks of study and 12 weeks of academic break.
For the exact breakdown of the study weeks and academic breaks, a course timetable can be requested upon application.
This duration is subject to change due to the below mentioned Recognised Prior Learning.
Please note: Course duration is dependent on individual candidate criteria, study mode, and applications, such as RPL and CT (Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer) and/or study pack.
This course consists of 33 units, broken down into 27 core units and 6 elective units. Students must attain competency in all units in order to obtain the full qualification.
Students must achieve competency in all units to qualify. Assessment strategies include:
Mayfair College offers flexible learning and assessment arrangements. If you need special arrangements, contact your trainer/assessor or College Administration before your course starts.
Blended learning model:
Please Note: Additional materials or tuition may be provided to address gaps in knowledge or skills.
Offering RPL ensures the learner has the opportunity to participate in assessment that is flexible and fair.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) identifies and validates the skills you have gained prior to joining Mayfair College on your learning journey. Why not fast track your studies at Mayfair College with recognition of prior learning , through the course of your career.
We can apply credits received based on evidence , which can be a combination of workplace testimonials, Observations, examples of work, video footage etc. Assessed on a case by case basis. Which in turn speeds up the accreditation process to get you qualified faster and onto your next career move.
Applying for RPL
Forms of documentation required when applying for recognition of prior learning. You can use a variety of documentation to apply for RPL. This includes, but is not limited to:
Costs
The costs associated will depend on the amount of RPL you are eligible for, you will be provided with an approximate cost during your application process.
All students will be required to wear the course uniform at all practical assessment periods and whilst on vocational placement. Uniforms will be provided on Orientation Day which include a chef’s jacket, chef’s hat, chef’s pants, and a basic chef’s knife kit. This is included in your tuition fees. Students are required to purchase their own footwear; must be black nonslip or industrial shoes, closed in and be of suitable nature for service in the hospitality industry.
Mayfair College provides all necessary materials for theory units, including handouts, supplementary books, logbooks, and resources. Students will receive Vocational Placement Logbooks to complete and submit, signed off by a qualified chef. Additional printing facilities are available upon request.
Please note: Students must provide their own computers, laptops, or tablets.
Mayfair College Pty Ltd caters to the needs of all students and where necessary, arrangements will be made for students requiring literacy and/or numeracy support programs. The College also has Learning Support Staff to support these needs.
All students will be involved with some or all the following processes, designed to establish their educational and support needs:
The Head of Mayfair College will:
Trainers/Assessors will:
The skills and knowledge gained by studying with Mayfair College are recognised throughout Australia and are endorsed nationally. Mayfair College students receive the most up-to-date and relevant theoretical knowledge and the most innovative hands-on practical training in real-world industry environments from highly skilled trainers with extensive industry experience.
This qualification reflects the role of chefs and cooks who have a supervisory or team-leading role in the kitchen. They operate independently or with limited guidance from others and use discretion to solve non-routine problems.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes, and coffee shops, or to run a small business in these sectors.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards, and industry codes of practice.
$16,500 AUD + $250 enrolment fee* and printing costs up to $250.
*Includes uniform and basic knife kit.
Please note: fees can change prior to your application being accepted. Course Progression Payment Plans are also available to approved applicants.
January / April / September
Mayfair College has three fully equipped campuses conveniently located in and around the Brisbane CBD, including the main campus at Queen Street Mall.
