Description
Prepares, seasons and cooks food in a dining or catering establishment.
Skill Level
3
Alternative Titles
NULL
Specializations
NULL
Skills Assessment Authority
TRA
Caveats
Not eligible if:
Caveat 7
TSS, ENS – The position is involved in mass production in a factory setting.
Caveat 8
TSS, ENS – The position is in a limited service restaurant.
Group: 3514 Cooks
Description
prepare, season and cook food in dining and catering establishments.
Tasks
- examining foodstuffs to ensure quality
- regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
- preparing and cooking food
- seasoning food during cooking
- portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces and garnishes
- storing food in temperature controlled facilities
- preparing food to meet special dietary requirements
- may plan menus and estimate food requirements
- may train other kitchen staff and apprentices
Skill Level
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with an AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3).
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.