Overview
This qualification reflects the role of highly skilled senior managers who use a broad range of hospitality skills combined with specialised managerial skills and substantial knowledge of industry to coordinate hospitality operations. They operate with significant autonomy and are responsible for making strategic business management decisions.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in any hospitality industry sector and for a diversity of employers including restaurants, hotels, motels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops. This qualification allows for multi-skilling and for acquiring targeted skills in accommodation services, cookery, food and beverage and gaming.
Qualification: |
Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management SIT60322 |
Next Intake: | Semester 1 2025 |
Course No: |
AD-TS50 |
Campus: |
ɬÀï·¬Reid*
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Duration: |
1 semester full-time (approx. 22 hours of study per week) or part-time equivalent following the achievement of the Diploma of Hospitality Management SIT50422 OR 4 semesters full-time (approx. 22 hours of study per week) or part-time equivalent if you are entering the course without lower-level qualifications in Hospitality or fields such as Events, Tourism or Travel. |
Cost Info: |
Enrolment fees for this course are based on the costs per subject as indicated below. The total course cost may vary depending on the choice of elective subjects or if subjects are attempted more than once. Subject costs identified as Standard are partially subsidised by the ACT Government. Concessions may be available to eligible students. |
Indicative Cost: |
$4,500 |
Likely Job Outcome: |
This qualification provides a pathway to work in any sector of the hospitality industry as a senior manager in large organisation or small business owner or manager. Possible job titles include: - Food and beverage manager - Operations manager - Cafe owner or manager - Human resources coordinator - Sales and marketing coordinator |
Application Type: |
Standard |
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Course information sessions
Scheduled sessions
Standard applications
Location:
Room K Block, ɬÀï·¬Reid
Sessions:
- Wednesday, 22 January 2025 4:00 PM
- Tuesday, 28 January 2025 4:00 PM
Additional Information
You may be required to purchase materials for the course (approximately $100.00). Please note that the cost of materials is in addition to tuition fees and that concessions DO NOT apply to this additional cost.
Entry Requirements
To be successful in this course, it is recommended that those entering this qualification possess a Diploma qualification or vocational experience at a coordination or management level in hospitality, or in fields such as events, tourism or travel.
Skills Recognition
To study any course at ɬÀï·¬(excluding non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
Literacy Skills Information
We suggest that you will need Australian Core Skills Framework literacy levels of at least 4 across reading, writing, learning, oral communication and, depending on your course of study, numeracy skills to successfully complete this course. If you do not have this level, you can still enrol and seek support to improve your skills or you may prefer to begin with the lower level course. Please visit Foundation Skills.
Transition Information
Qualifications at ɬÀï·¬are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. ɬÀï·¬will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.
Subject Cancellations/Changes
To ensure positive outcomes for all students, ɬÀï·¬may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. ɬÀï·¬will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via ɬÀï·¬Self Service or by contacting ɬÀï·¬Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.
Subject Information
Complete 33 subjects (14 Core and 19 Electives)
Core: Complete all 14 subjects
- BSBFIN601 Manage organisational finances
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ɬÀï·¬Code: BUSN314 Cost: Standard $200.00
Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake budgeting, financial forecasting and reporting. This unit also describes the skills and knowledge required to allocate and manage resources to achieve the required outputs for the business unit. It includes contributing to reviewing financial information, analysing financial risks, preparing a budget and reporting on financial activity.The unit applies to individuals who have managerial responsibilities which include overseeing the management of financial and other resources across a business unit, a series of business units or teams, or an organisation. It covers all areas of broad financial management. In a larger organisation this work would be supported by specialists in financial management.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- BSBOPS601 Develop and implement business plans
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ɬÀï·¬Code: BUSN474 Cost: Standard $200.00
Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead a business operation that covers the steps required to develop and implement business plans.The unit applies to individuals who are running an organisation or who take a senior role in determining the effective functioning and success of the organisation. These individuals may oversee the work of a number of teams and other managers.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXCCS016 Develop and manage quality customer service practices
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP228 Cost: Standard $75.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop, monitor and adjust customer service practices. It requires the ability to consult with colleagues and customers, develop policies and procedures for quality service provision, and manage the delivery of customer service.The unit applies to senior managers who operate independently, have responsibility for others and are responsible for making a range of operational and strategic decisions.This includes individuals working in a range of tourism, travel, hospitality and event contexts and to any small, medium or large organisation.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXFIN009 Manage finances within a budget
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP231 Cost: Standard $75.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to take responsibility for budget management where others may have developed the budget. It requires the ability to interpret budgetary requirements, allocate resources, monitor actual income and expenditure, and report on budgetary deviations.The skills and knowledge for budget development are covered in SITXFIN010 Prepare and monitor budgets.This unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors. The budget may be for an entire organisation, for a department or for a particular project or activity. It applies to those people who operate independently or with limited guidance from others. This includes supervisors and departmental managers.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXFIN010 Prepare and monitor budgets
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP232 Cost: Standard $75.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to analyse financial and other business information to prepare and monitor budgets. It requires the ability to draft and negotiate budgets, identify deviations, and manage the delivery of successful budgetary performance.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors. The budget may be for an entire organisation, for a department or for a particular project or activity.It applies to senior personnel who operate independently or with limited guidance from others and who are responsible for making a range of financial management decisions.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXFIN011 Manage physical assets
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP233 Cost: Standard $100.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage the physical assets of an organisation. It requires the ability to establish systems and practices for asset monitoring, maintenance and acquisition.It applies to senior managers who operate with significant autonomy and who are responsible for making a range of strategic management decisions.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXGLC002 Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP234 Cost: Standard $200.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify and manage legal risks and comply with laws applicable to specific business operations. It requires the ability to identify legal risks, access and interpret regulatory information, and determine action required to manage legal risks and to comply with applicable laws.The unit applies to legal issues arising in day-to-day business operations in all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors.It applies to senior personnel who operate with limited guidance from others and who are responsible for making a range of operational business and legal risk management decisions.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXHRM009 Lead and manage people
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP237 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to lead and manage people individually and in teams, and support and encourage their commitment to the organisation. It requires the ability to lead by example and manage performance through effective leadership.The unit applies to individuals who operate independently and are responsible for leading and motivating people and teams. This includes supervisors, and operational and senior managers.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXHRM010 Recruit, select and induct staff
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP238 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to coordinate the recruitment, selection and induction of new staff members within the framework of existing human resource policies and procedures. It requires the ability to identify recruitment needs, develop selection criteria, process and evaluate applications, select people according to their attitude, aptitude and fit to the position and coordinate induction programs.The unit applies to senior personnel who operate independently or with limited guidance from others, including dedicated specialist staff, and operational and senior managers.It applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXHRM012 Monitor staff performance
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP239 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to monitor staff performance within the framework of established performance management systems. It requires the ability to monitor the day-to-day effectiveness of staff and conduct structured performance appraisals and formal counselling sessions.The unit applies to senior personnel who operate independently or with limited guidance from others, including dedicated specialist staff or operational supervisors and managers.It applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXMGT004 Monitor work operations
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP240 Cost: Standard $50.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to oversee and monitor the quality of day-to-day work. It requires the ability to communicate effectively with team members, plan and organise operational functions, and solve problems.The unit applies to all industry sectors, and to individuals operating at a team leading, supervisory or frontline management level.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXMGT005 Establish and conduct business relationships
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP241 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to establish and manage positive business relationships. It requires the ability to use high level communication and relationship building skills to conduct formal negotiations and make commercially significant business-to-business agreements.The unit applies to all industry sectors, and to individuals who take responsibility for making decisions about purchasing or marketing activities. They also oversee the maintenance of contracts or agreements. This could include senior operational personnel, sales and marketing personnel, managers or owner-operators of small businesses. Agreements may relate to corporate accounts, service contracts, agency agreements, venue contracts, rate negotiations, preferred product agreements, supply agreements and marketing agreements.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXMPR014 Develop and implement marketing strategies
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP243 Cost: Standard $200.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to analyse internal and external business environments and develop and evaluate marketing strategies and plans for products and services.The unit applies to all industry sectors, and to individuals in senior marketing or management roles. This may include those whose primary role is marketing related, or those for whom marketing is a part of a broader job responsibility.Marketing strategies could be for a new or existing product or service, a small or medium-sized business organisation, a destination or a specific project, such as an event.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXWHS008 Establish and maintain a work health and safety system
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP246 Cost: Standard $75.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop, implement and sustain effective, professional and contemporary work health, safety and security management practices. It requires the ability to establish and review systems, policies and procedures designed to ensure a safe workplace.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors and to any small, medium or large organisation.It applies to senior managers who operate with significant autonomy and are responsible for making a range of strategic management decisions.This unit incorporates the requirement, under state and territory WHS legislation, for businesses to take a systematic approach to managing the safety of their workers and others in the workplace.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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Electives - Complete 19 subjects from one the following pathways:
Hospitality Pathway
- SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK282 Cost: Standard $40.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use personal hygiene practices to prevent contamination of food that might cause food-borne illnesses. It requires the ability to follow predetermined organisational procedures and to identify and control food hazards.The unit applies to all organisations with permanent or temporary kitchen premises or smaller food preparation or bar areas.This includes restaurants, cafes, clubs, hotels, and bars; tour operators; attractions; function, event, exhibition and conference catering; educational institutions; aged care facilities; correctional centres; hospitals; defence forces; cafeterias, kiosks, canteens and fast food outlets; residential catering; in-flight and other transport catering.It applies to food handlers who directly handle food or food contact surfaces such as cutlery, plates and bowls during the course of their daily work activities. This includes cooks, chefs, caterers, kitchen stewards, kitchen hands, bar, and food and beverage attendants, and sometimes room attendants and front office staff.Food handlers must comply with the requirements contained within the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code.In some States and Territories businesses are required to designate a food safety supervisor who is required to be certified as competent in this unit through a registered training organisation. Food safety legislative and knowledge requirements may differ across borders. Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state or territory food safety authority to determine any accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITHIND008 Work effectively in hospitality service
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP226 Cost: Standard $100.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work effectively in a hospitality environment and provide service to customers during service periods.It requires the ability to integrate a range of individual technical skills while dealing with numerous sales, service or operational tasks simultaneously to meet the needs of multiple and diverse customers. A service period incorporates preparation, service and end of service tasks.The unit applies individuals working in a range of different departments such as accommodation services, food and beverage, gaming operations and housekeeping, in various hospitality industry settings, including bars, hotels, cafes, restaurants, clubs, pubs and motels.It applies to those frontline service personnel who deal directly with customers on a daily basis and who operate with some level of independence and under limited supervision.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXCCS015 Enhance customer service experiences
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ɬÀï·¬Code: EVNT135 Cost: Standard $100.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide professional and personalised customer service experiences. It requires the ability to determine and meet customer preferences, develop customer relationships, respond to difficult service situations and take responsibility for resolving complaints.The unit applies to those who deal directly with customers on a daily basis and who operate independently or with limited guidance from others. It includes senior frontline sales personnel, supervisors and managers who use discretion and judgement to provide quality customer service experiences.This includes individuals working in a range of tourism, travel, hospitality and events contexts.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXCOM010 Manage conflict
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP229 Cost: Standard $50.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to resolve complex or escalated complaints and disputes with internal and external customers and colleagues. It requires the ability to use effective conflict resolution techniques and communication skills to manage conflict and develop solutions. It does not cover formal negotiation, counselling or mediation.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors.The unit applies mainly to senior operational personnel, supervisors and managers who operate with some level of independence and use discretion and judgement to resolve conflicts.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXHRM008 Roster staff
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP236 Cost: Standard $75.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop, administer and communicate staff rosters. It requires the ability to plan rosters according to industrial provisions, operational efficiency requirements, and within wage budgets.This unit applies to individuals responsible for developing staff rosters for situations involving potentially large numbers of staff working across a range of different service periods or shifts. It does not apply to small office environments.It applies to senior personnel who operate independently or with limited guidance from others, including dedicated specialist staff or operational supervisors and managers.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXWHS007 Implement and monitor work health and safety practices
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP245 Cost: Standard $75.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to implement predetermined work health, safety and security practices designed, at management level, to ensure a safe workplace. It requires the ability to monitor safe work practices and coordinate consultative arrangements, risk assessments, work health and safety training, and the maintenance of records.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors and to any small, medium or large organisation.It applies to those people who operate independently or with limited guidance from others. This includes supervisors and departmental managers.This unit incorporates the requirement, under state and territory work health and safety (WHS) legislation, for businesses to take a systematic approach to managing the safety of their workers and anyone else in the workplace.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXCCS010 Provide visitor information
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ɬÀï·¬Code: TOUR263 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to access general information on facilities, products and services available in the local area and to provide this to visitors.The unit applies to frontline service personnel working in a range of tourism, travel, hospitality, events, entertainment and cultural contexts. Information is often provided face-to-face, but may be by telephone or other remote mechanisms.It applies to frontline service personnel who routinely respond to visitor requests for general local area information. They may be working independently or with guidance from others in restaurants, hotels, wineries, attractions, entertainment venues, tour operations, visitor information centres and at tour desks.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SIRXOSM002 Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms
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ɬÀï·¬Code: RETL300 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source information on, and work according to, a range of ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms for business purposes. This key skill underpins effective performance when utilising social media and online platforms for diverse purposes. It applies to individuals working at all levels from operational personnel through to managers. This unit applies to self-employed individuals, and owners and employees of any type of micro, small, medium or large organisation that utilises social media and online tools for customer engagement including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXMGT006 Manage projects
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP242 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop project plans, implement project activities, monitor progress to ensure objectives are achieved, and evaluate all aspects of projects.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors and the project could relate to event planning and execution, product development, research or initiatives such as the introduction of new workplace systems or technologies.It applies to senior personnel who operate independently or with limited guidance from others and who are responsible for making a range of operational business and project management decisions.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITEEVT023 Plan in-house events
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ɬÀï·¬Code: EVNT131 Cost: Standard $30.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan the delivery of commercial events. It requires the ability to identify client operational needs and preferences, prepare and confirm event proposals, and finalise operational documents for the delivery of events.This unit is relevant to events that are diverse in nature and are coordinated in many industry contexts, including the tourism, hospitality, sport, cultural and community sectors.It applies to event coordinators who operate independently and are responsible for making a range of operational decisions. They may work in commercial event venues, such as hotels, clubs, theatres, and convention and exhibition centres.The skills in this unit of competency must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP219 Cost: Standard $30.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to responsibly sell, serve or supply alcohol.Responsible practices must be undertaken wherever alcohol is sold, served or supplied, including where alcohol samples are served during on-site product tastings. This unit therefore applies to any workplace where alcohol is sold, served or supplied, including all types of hospitality venues, packaged liquor outlets and wineries, breweries and distilleries.The unit applies to all levels of personnel involved in the sale, service, including promotional service and supply of alcohol in licensed premises. Those selling or serving alcohol may include food and beverage attendants; packaged liquor salespersons selling in person, over the phone or online; winery, brewery and distillery cellar door staff; delivery services and supplier sales representatives. The unit also applies to security staff who monitor customer behaviour and to the licensee who is ultimately responsible for responsible service of alcohol (RSA) management.The unit incorporates the knowledge requirements, under state and territory liquor licensing law, for employees engaged in the sale, service or supply of alcohol.Certification requirements differ across states and territories. In some cases, all people involved in the sale, service including promotional service and supply of alcohol in licensed premises must be certified in this unit. This can include the licensee and security staff.This unit covers the RSA skill and knowledge requirements common to all States and Territories. Some legislative requirements and knowledge will differ across borders. In some cases, after completion of this unit, state and territory liquor authorities require candidates to complete a bridging course to address these specific differences.Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state or territory liquor licensing authority to determine any accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITHFAB023 Operate a bar
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP220 Cost: Standard $100.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare a bar for service, take drink orders, prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and close the bar down. Customer service and selling skills are found in other units.The unit applies to any hospitality organisation that operates a bar, including hotels, restaurants, clubs, cafes, and wineries.The unit applies to bar attendants who operate with some level of independence and under limited supervision.The sale and service of alcohol is subject to the provisions of liquor legislation laws in each state and territory of Australia. Skills and knowledge for compliance with this law are covered by the prerequisite unit SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHFAB025 Prepare and serve espresso coffee
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP221 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to extract and serve espresso coffee beverages using commercial espresso machines and grinders. It requires the ability to advise customers on coffee beverages, select and grind coffee beans, prepare and assess espresso coffee beverages and to use, maintain and clean espresso machines and grinders. Complex repairs of equipment would be referred to specialist service technicians.Preparation of coffee beverages using other methods is covered in SITHFAB024 Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beverages.This unit applies to any hospitality organisation that serves espresso coffee beverages, including cafes, restaurants, bars, clubs, function and event venues.It applies to espresso machine operators who operate with some level of independence and under limited supervision.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHGAM022 Provide responsible gambling services
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP223 Cost: Standard $90.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide responsible gambling services, and to assist those customers who may be at risk of or are already experiencing harm from gambling.Responsible gambling services must be provided wherever gambling activities are undertaken. In the hospitality industry, the gambling environment is usually referred to as the gaming area and is provided in a range of venues, such as hotels, motels, clubs, pubs and casinos.The major forms of gambling are wagering (racing and sport) and gaming (gaming machines, table games, Keno and lotteries). Both forms of gambling are relevant to the hospitality industry. Hospitality venues may operate Totalisator Agency Board (TAB) outlets for wagering on racing and sport events. They may also cover the full range of gaming activities, including operating gaming machines, table games, Keno and lotteries.Responsible provision of gambling services is an essential underpinning skill for all hospitality personnel involved in the sale and service of gambling activities in licensed premises, including the licensee, gaming supervisors and gaming managers when involved in operational gambling activities.The unit applies equally to frontline operational gambling personnel who operate with a limited level of autonomy and under some supervision and guidance from others. They would operate within predefined organisational procedures, and regulatory authority and industry and organisational codes of conduct.Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state and territory gaming licensing authority to determine accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors.The unit also relates to satisfying the requirements for providing responsible gambling services under state and territory legislation. The terms used to describe this vary across state and territory regulatory bodies and can include Responsible Conduct of Gambling (RCG), Responsible Service of Gaming, or Responsible Service of Gambling (RSG).Under differing state and territory legislation this is a required certification unit for certain nominated personnel operating in licensed gambling premises. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITHFAB034 Provide table service of food and beverage
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP222 Cost: Standard $270.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide quality table service of food and beverage in la carte or fine-dining settings. It covers high order service techniques to prepare the restaurant for the service period, provide food and beverage advice to customers, serve and clear food and beverages, and complete end of service tasks.Fundamental technical skills for food and beverage service are covered by the unit SITHFAB027 Serve food and beverage.This unit applies to hospitality organisations where table service of food and beverage is provided, such as restaurants, dining rooms and function venues.It applies to food and beverage attendants who work with some independence and under limited supervision. They may provide operational advice and support to team members.The sale and service of alcohol is subject to the provisions of Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) law in each state and territory of Australia. Skills and knowledge for compliance with this law are covered by the prerequisite unit SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHIND006 Source and use information on the hospitality industry
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP225 Cost: Standard $100.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source and use current and emerging information on the hospitality industry. This includes industry structure, technology, laws and ethical issues specifically relevant to the hospitality industry. Hospitality personnel integrate this essential knowledge on a daily basis to work effectively in the industry.The unit applies to all hospitality sectors and people working at different levels. Managers will use more formal research to attain specialised and comprehensive knowledge to support product planning, marketing and strategic management activities. This is covered in other units of competency.This unit is not about having in-depth knowledge but focuses on the ability to source and interpret information relevant to day-to-day activities in order to maximise work performance.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK283 Cost: Standard $100.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to handle food safely during the storage, preparation, display, service and disposal of food. It requires the ability to follow predetermined procedures as outlined in a food safety program.The unit applies to all organisations with permanent or temporary kitchen premises or smaller food preparation areas. This includes restaurants, cafes, clubs, and hotels; tour operators; attractions; function, event, exhibition and conference catering; educational institutions; aged care facilities; correctional centres; hospitals; defence forces; cafeterias, kiosks, canteens and fast food outlets; residential catering; in-flight and other transport catering.Safe food handling practices are based on an organisations individual food safety program. The program would normally be based on the hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP) method, but this unit can apply to other food safety systems.It applies to food handlers who directly handle food during the course of their daily work activities. This includes cooks, chefs, caterers, kitchen hands and food and beverage attendants.Food handlers must comply with the requirements contained within the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code.In some States and Territories businesses are required to designate a food safety supervisor who is required to be certified as competent in this unit through a registered training organisation.Food safety legislative and knowledge requirements may differ across borders. Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state or territory food safety authority to determine any accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXHRM007 Coach others in job skills
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP235 Cost: Standard $50.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide on-the-job coaching to colleagues. It requires the ability to explain and demonstrate specific skills, knowledge and procedures and monitor the progress of colleagues until they are able to operate independently of the coach.The unit applies to experienced operational personnel and to supervisors and managers who informally train other people in new workplace skills and procedures.It applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SIRXOSM007 Manage risk to organisational reputation in an online setting
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ɬÀï·¬Code: TOUR256 Cost: Standard $75.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop and implement processes for managing risks to an organisations reputation associated with social media and online engagement, including the impacts of online negative commentary, complaints and criticism.It requires the ability to develop a social media crisis management plan and other processes to monitor and respond to issues and incidents.It applies to individuals who work at a senior level who operate independently, can have responsibility for others and are responsible for making a range of operational and strategic decisions.This unit applies to self-employed individuals, and owners and employees of any type of micro, small, medium or large organisation that utilises social media and online tools for customer engagement including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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Culinary Pathway
- SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK282 Cost: Standard $40.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use personal hygiene practices to prevent contamination of food that might cause food-borne illnesses. It requires the ability to follow predetermined organisational procedures and to identify and control food hazards.The unit applies to all organisations with permanent or temporary kitchen premises or smaller food preparation or bar areas.This includes restaurants, cafes, clubs, hotels, and bars; tour operators; attractions; function, event, exhibition and conference catering; educational institutions; aged care facilities; correctional centres; hospitals; defence forces; cafeterias, kiosks, canteens and fast food outlets; residential catering; in-flight and other transport catering.It applies to food handlers who directly handle food or food contact surfaces such as cutlery, plates and bowls during the course of their daily work activities. This includes cooks, chefs, caterers, kitchen stewards, kitchen hands, bar, and food and beverage attendants, and sometimes room attendants and front office staff.Food handlers must comply with the requirements contained within the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code.In some States and Territories businesses are required to designate a food safety supervisor who is required to be certified as competent in this unit through a registered training organisation. Food safety legislative and knowledge requirements may differ across borders. Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state or territory food safety authority to determine any accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITHCCC043 Work effectively as a cook
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK274 Cost: Standard $250.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work as a cook. It incorporates all aspects of organising, preparing and cooking a variety of food items across different service periods and menu types; using a range of cooking methods and team coordination skills. The unit integrates key technical and organisational skills required by a qualified commercial cook. It brings together the skills and knowledge covered in individual units and focuses on the way they must be applied in a commercial kitchen.The unit applies to cooks working in hospitality and catering organisations. This could include restaurants, educational institutions, health establishments, defence forces, cafeterias, kiosks, cafes, residential caterers, in flight and other transport caterers, and event and function caterers. Menu types may be classical, contemporary or ethnic and service may be formal or informal.It applies to individuals who work under the guidance of more senior chefs. They demonstrate autonomy and judgement to complete routine activities and take limited responsibility in known and stable contexts within established parameters. The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITXCCS015 Enhance customer service experiences
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ɬÀï·¬Code: EVNT135 Cost: Standard $100.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide professional and personalised customer service experiences. It requires the ability to determine and meet customer preferences, develop customer relationships, respond to difficult service situations and take responsibility for resolving complaints.The unit applies to those who deal directly with customers on a daily basis and who operate independently or with limited guidance from others. It includes senior frontline sales personnel, supervisors and managers who use discretion and judgement to provide quality customer service experiences.This includes individuals working in a range of tourism, travel, hospitality and events contexts.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXCOM010 Manage conflict
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP229 Cost: Standard $50.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to resolve complex or escalated complaints and disputes with internal and external customers and colleagues. It requires the ability to use effective conflict resolution techniques and communication skills to manage conflict and develop solutions. It does not cover formal negotiation, counselling or mediation.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors.The unit applies mainly to senior operational personnel, supervisors and managers who operate with some level of independence and use discretion and judgement to resolve conflicts.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXHRM008 Roster staff
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP236 Cost: Standard $75.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop, administer and communicate staff rosters. It requires the ability to plan rosters according to industrial provisions, operational efficiency requirements, and within wage budgets.This unit applies to individuals responsible for developing staff rosters for situations involving potentially large numbers of staff working across a range of different service periods or shifts. It does not apply to small office environments.It applies to senior personnel who operate independently or with limited guidance from others, including dedicated specialist staff or operational supervisors and managers.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXWHS007 Implement and monitor work health and safety practices
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP245 Cost: Standard $75.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to implement predetermined work health, safety and security practices designed, at management level, to ensure a safe workplace. It requires the ability to monitor safe work practices and coordinate consultative arrangements, risk assessments, work health and safety training, and the maintenance of records.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors and to any small, medium or large organisation.It applies to those people who operate independently or with limited guidance from others. This includes supervisors and departmental managers.This unit incorporates the requirement, under state and territory work health and safety (WHS) legislation, for businesses to take a systematic approach to managing the safety of their workers and anyone else in the workplace.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITHCCC023 Use food preparation equipment
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK260 Cost: Standard $90.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to safely use commercial kitchen equipment to prepare a range of different food types. The unit applies to operational personnel responsible for general food preparation tasks in hospitality and catering organisations. It applies to individuals who work with very little independence and under close supervision. They follow predefined organisational procedures and report any discrepancies to a higher-level staff member for action. The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK262 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a range of basic cookery methods to prepare dishes.The unit applies to cooks working in hospitality and catering organisations. This could include restaurants, educational institutions, health establishments, defence forces, cafeterias, kiosks, cafes, residential caterers, in-flight and other transport caterers, and event and function caterers.It applies to individuals who work with very little independence and under close supervision and guidance of more senior chefs. They follow predefined organisational procedures and report any discrepancies to a higher-level staff member for action.The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHCCC028 Prepare appetisers and salads
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK263 Cost: Standard $90.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare appetisers and salads following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, and to use relevant equipment and cookery and food storage methods.The unit applies to cooks working in hospitality and catering organisations. This could include restaurants, educational institutions, health establishments, defence forces, cafeterias, kiosks, cafes, residential caterers, in flight and other transport caterers, and event and function caterers.It applies to individuals who work with very little independence and under close supervision and guidance of more senior chefs. They follow predefined organisational procedures and report discrepancies to a higher-level staff member for action.The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHCCC029 Prepare stocks, sauces and soups
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK264 Cost: Standard $120.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare various stocks, sauces and soups following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, and to use relevant equipment and cookery and food storage methods.The unit applies to cooks working in hospitality and catering organisations. This could include restaurants, educational institutions, health establishments, defence forces, cafeterias, kiosks, cafes, residential caterers, in flight and other transport caterers, and event and function caterers.It applies to individuals who work with very little independence and under close supervision and guidance of more senior chefs. They follow predefined organisational procedures and report any discrepancies to a higher level staff member for action.The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHCCC030 Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK265 Cost: Standard $170.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook various vegetable, fruit, egg and farinaceous dishes following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, and to use relevant equipment, cookery and food storage methods.The unit applies to cooks working in hospitality and catering organisations. This could include restaurants, educational institutions, health establishments, defence forces, cafeterias, kiosks, cafes, residential caterers, in flight and other transport caterers, and event and function caterers.It applies to individuals who work with very little independence and under close supervision and guidance of more senior chefs. They follow predefined organisational procedures and report any discrepancies to a higher level staff member for action.The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHCCC031 Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK266 Cost: Standard $140.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook various vegetarian and vegan dishes following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, and to use relevant equipment, cookery and food storage methods.The unit applies to cooks working in hospitality and catering organisations. This could include restaurants, educational institutions, health establishments, defence forces, cafeterias, kiosks, cafes, residential caterers, in flight and other transport caterers, and event and function caterers.It applies to individuals who work under the guidance of more senior chefs. They demonstrate autonomy and judgement to complete routine activities and take limited responsibility in known and stable contexts within established parameters.The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHCCC035 Prepare poultry dishes
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK268 Cost: Standard $120.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook a range of poultry dishes following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion poultry, and to use relevant equipment, cookery and food storage methods.The unit applies to cooks working in hospitality and catering organisations. This could include restaurants, educational institutions, health establishments, defence forces, cafeterias, kiosks, cafes, residential caterers, in flight and other transport caterers, and event and function caterers.It applies to individuals who work under the guidance of more senior chefs. They demonstrate autonomy and judgement to complete routine activities and take limited responsibility in known and stable contexts within established parameters. The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHCCC036 Prepare meat dishes
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK269 Cost: Standard $190.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook a range of meat dishes following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion meat, and to use relevant equipment, and cookery and food storage methods.The unit applies to cooks working in hospitality and catering organisations. This could include restaurants, educational institutions, health establishments, defence forces, cafeterias, kiosks, cafes, residential caterers, in flight and other transport caterers, and event and function caterers.It applies to individuals who work under the guidance of more senior chefs. They demonstrate autonomy and judgement to complete routine activities and take limited responsibility in known and stable contexts within established parameters.The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHCCC041 Produce cakes, pastries and breads
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK272 Cost: Standard $190.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce cakes, pastries and breads in a commercial kitchen following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion ingredients; and to use relevant equipment a range of cookery methods to make and decorate cakes, pastries and breads, and food storage methods.It does not cover the specialist skills used by patissiers to produce specialist patisserie products. These are covered in the range of patisserie units coded PAT.The unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations that produce and serve cakes, pastries and breads, including hotels, restaurants and patisseries. It applies to individuals who work under the guidance of more senior chefs. They demonstrate autonomy and judgement to complete routine activities and take limited responsibility in known and stable contexts within established parameters. The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHCCC044 Prepare specialised food items
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK275 Cost: Standard $200.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook food items that are more unusual in nature than those in standard recipes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, use relevant equipment, specialised cookery and food storage methods.The unit applies to cooks working in hospitality and catering organisations. This could include restaurants, educational institutions, health establishments, defence forces, cafeterias, kiosks, cafes, residential caterers, in flight and other transport caterers, and event and function caterers.Because the nature of food items prepared is specialised, it may apply to chefs and cooks with advanced skills or with skills in very particular styles of cooking.The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHCCC042 Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK273 Cost: Standard $250.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare dishes for people who have special dietary needs for lifestyle, medical or religious reasons. It requires the ability to confirm the dietary requirements of customers, use special recipes, select special ingredients and produce food to satisfy special requirements.This unit does not include recipe planning for special diets which is covered in the unit SITHKOP012 Develop recipes for special dietary requirements.The unit applies to cooks and patissiers working in hospitality and catering organisations. This could include restaurants, educational institutions, health establishments, defence forces, cafeterias, kiosks, cafes, residential caterers, in flight and other transport caterers, and event and function caterers.It applies to individuals who work under the guidance of more senior chefs. They demonstrate autonomy and judgement to complete routine activities and take limited responsibility in known and stable contexts within established parameters.The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHASC020 Prepare dishes using basic methods of Asian cookery
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK258 Cost: Standard $120.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a range of basic Asian cookery methods to prepare dishes. The unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations that offer any type of Asian cuisine and to cooks who usually work under the guidance of more senior chefs. The unit may be applied to one or more Asian cuisines.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHASC021 Prepare Asian appetisers and snacks
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK259 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and cook Asian appetisers and snacks following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select and prepare ingredients, and to use relevant equipment and cookery methods.The unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations that offer Asian cuisine and to cooks who usually work under the guidance of more senior chefs. The unit may be applied to one or more Asian cuisines.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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Patisserie Pathway
- SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK282 Cost: Standard $40.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use personal hygiene practices to prevent contamination of food that might cause food-borne illnesses. It requires the ability to follow predetermined organisational procedures and to identify and control food hazards.The unit applies to all organisations with permanent or temporary kitchen premises or smaller food preparation or bar areas.This includes restaurants, cafes, clubs, hotels, and bars; tour operators; attractions; function, event, exhibition and conference catering; educational institutions; aged care facilities; correctional centres; hospitals; defence forces; cafeterias, kiosks, canteens and fast food outlets; residential catering; in-flight and other transport catering.It applies to food handlers who directly handle food or food contact surfaces such as cutlery, plates and bowls during the course of their daily work activities. This includes cooks, chefs, caterers, kitchen stewards, kitchen hands, bar, and food and beverage attendants, and sometimes room attendants and front office staff.Food handlers must comply with the requirements contained within the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code.In some States and Territories businesses are required to designate a food safety supervisor who is required to be certified as competent in this unit through a registered training organisation. Food safety legislative and knowledge requirements may differ across borders. Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state or territory food safety authority to determine any accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITHKOP013 Plan cooking operations
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK279 Cost: Standard $300.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan the production of food in commercial kitchens. It requires the ability to organise required food supplies for food production and supervise food production processes.Food production can be for any type of cuisine and food service style. It may include Asian cookery, patisserie products and bulk-cooked foods.The unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations, including hotels, restaurants, clubs, educational institutions, health establishments, defence forces, cafeterias, residential caterers, in flight and other transport caterers, event and function caterers.It applies to those people who operate independently or with limited guidance from others including senior chefs and catering managers.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITXCCS015 Enhance customer service experiences
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ɬÀï·¬Code: EVNT135 Cost: Standard $100.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide professional and personalised customer service experiences. It requires the ability to determine and meet customer preferences, develop customer relationships, respond to difficult service situations and take responsibility for resolving complaints.The unit applies to those who deal directly with customers on a daily basis and who operate independently or with limited guidance from others. It includes senior frontline sales personnel, supervisors and managers who use discretion and judgement to provide quality customer service experiences.This includes individuals working in a range of tourism, travel, hospitality and events contexts.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXCOM010 Manage conflict
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP229 Cost: Standard $50.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to resolve complex or escalated complaints and disputes with internal and external customers and colleagues. It requires the ability to use effective conflict resolution techniques and communication skills to manage conflict and develop solutions. It does not cover formal negotiation, counselling or mediation.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors.The unit applies mainly to senior operational personnel, supervisors and managers who operate with some level of independence and use discretion and judgement to resolve conflicts.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXHRM008 Roster staff
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP236 Cost: Standard $75.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop, administer and communicate staff rosters. It requires the ability to plan rosters according to industrial provisions, operational efficiency requirements, and within wage budgets.This unit applies to individuals responsible for developing staff rosters for situations involving potentially large numbers of staff working across a range of different service periods or shifts. It does not apply to small office environments.It applies to senior personnel who operate independently or with limited guidance from others, including dedicated specialist staff or operational supervisors and managers.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXWHS007 Implement and monitor work health and safety practices
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP245 Cost: Standard $75.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to implement predetermined work health, safety and security practices designed, at management level, to ensure a safe workplace. It requires the ability to monitor safe work practices and coordinate consultative arrangements, risk assessments, work health and safety training, and the maintenance of records.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors and to any small, medium or large organisation.It applies to those people who operate independently or with limited guidance from others. This includes supervisors and departmental managers.This unit incorporates the requirement, under state and territory work health and safety (WHS) legislation, for businesses to take a systematic approach to managing the safety of their workers and anyone else in the workplace.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITHCCC023 Use food preparation equipment
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK260 Cost: Standard $90.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to safely use commercial kitchen equipment to prepare a range of different food types. The unit applies to operational personnel responsible for general food preparation tasks in hospitality and catering organisations. It applies to individuals who work with very little independence and under close supervision. They follow predefined organisational procedures and report any discrepancies to a higher-level staff member for action. The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK262 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a range of basic cookery methods to prepare dishes.The unit applies to cooks working in hospitality and catering organisations. This could include restaurants, educational institutions, health establishments, defence forces, cafeterias, kiosks, cafes, residential caterers, in-flight and other transport caterers, and event and function caterers.It applies to individuals who work with very little independence and under close supervision and guidance of more senior chefs. They follow predefined organisational procedures and report any discrepancies to a higher-level staff member for action.The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK283 Cost: Standard $100.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to handle food safely during the storage, preparation, display, service and disposal of food. It requires the ability to follow predetermined procedures as outlined in a food safety program.The unit applies to all organisations with permanent or temporary kitchen premises or smaller food preparation areas. This includes restaurants, cafes, clubs, and hotels; tour operators; attractions; function, event, exhibition and conference catering; educational institutions; aged care facilities; correctional centres; hospitals; defence forces; cafeterias, kiosks, canteens and fast food outlets; residential catering; in-flight and other transport catering.Safe food handling practices are based on an organisations individual food safety program. The program would normally be based on the hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP) method, but this unit can apply to other food safety systems.It applies to food handlers who directly handle food during the course of their daily work activities. This includes cooks, chefs, caterers, kitchen hands and food and beverage attendants.Food handlers must comply with the requirements contained within the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code.In some States and Territories businesses are required to designate a food safety supervisor who is required to be certified as competent in this unit through a registered training organisation.Food safety legislative and knowledge requirements may differ across borders. Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state or territory food safety authority to determine any accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXINV006 Receive, store and maintain stock
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK285 Cost: Standard $50.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to check and take delivery of stock and appropriately store, rotate and maintain the quality of stock items.It requires the ability to store perishable supplies in optimum conditions to minimise wastage and avoid food contamination.The unit is particularly important within a food safety regime and applies to hospitality and catering organisations, including hotels, restaurants, clubs, educational institutions, health establishments, defence forces, cafeterias, residential caterers, in flight and other transport caterers, event and function caterers.Personnel at many levels use this skill in the workplace during the course of their daily activities, including cooks, chefs, caterers, and kitchen attendants.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHPAT011 Produce cakes
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ɬÀï·¬Code: BAKE196 Cost: Standard $190.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce cakes and sponges following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion ingredients and to use equipment and a range of cookery methods to make and decorate cakes and sponges. It does not include making specialised cakes, which is covered in SITHPAT012 Produce specialised cakes.The unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations that produce and serve patisserie products, including hotels, restaurants and patisseries.It applies to patissiers who usually work under the guidance of more senior pastry chefs.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHPAT012 Produce specialised cakes
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ɬÀï·¬Code: BAKE197 Cost: Standard $190.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use standard recipes to produce specialised cakes that require finish, decoration and presentation of a high order. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion ingredients, and to use equipment and a range of cookery methods to make, fill, assemble and decorate specialised cakes.The making of basic cakes is covered in SITHPAT011 Produce cakes.This unit applies to workers in hospitality and catering organisations that produce and serve specialised patisserie products, including hotels, restaurants and patisseries.The unit applies to patissiers who usually work under the guidance of more senior pastry chefs.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHPAT013 Produce pastries
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ɬÀï·¬Code: BAKE198 Cost: Standard $190.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce pastries and pastry products following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion ingredients and to use equipment and a range of cookery methods to make, fill and decorate pastries.The unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations that produce and serve specialised patisserie products, including hotels, restaurants and patisseries.It applies to patissiers who usually work under the guidance of more senior pastry chefs.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHPAT014 Produce yeast-based bakery products
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ɬÀï·¬Code: BAKE199 Cost: Standard $190.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce yeast-based bakery products following standard recipes. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion ingredients and to use equipment and a range of cookery methods to make and decorate sweet and savoury breads, rolls, buns and yeast raised pastries.The unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations that produce and serve specialist patisserie products, including hotels, restaurants and patisseries.It applies to patissiers who usually work under the guidance of more senior pastry chefs.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHPAT015 Produce petits fours
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ɬÀï·¬Code: BAKE200 Cost: Standard $190.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce, using standard recipes, specialised petits fours which require finishing, decoration and presentation of a high order. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion ingredients and to use equipment and a range of cookery methods to make, fill, assemble and decorate specialised petits fours.The unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations that produce and serve specialised patisserie products, including hotels, restaurants and patisseries.It applies to patissiers who usually work under the guidance of more senior pastry chefs.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHPAT016 Produce desserts
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK281 Cost: Standard $330.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce hot, cold and frozen desserts following standard and special dietary recipes. It requires the ability to select, prepare and portion ingredients and to use equipment and a range of cookery methods to make and present desserts.The unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations that produce and serve desserts, including hotels, restaurants, clubs and patisseries.It applies to patissiers who usually work under the guidance of more senior pastry chefs.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHPAT017 Prepare and model marzipan
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ɬÀï·¬Code: BAKE201 Cost: Standard $190.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare marzipan from manufactured marzipan paste; produce and decorate a variety of modelled figures, shapes and flowers, and to ice specialised cakes with marzipan.The unit applies to hospitality and catering organisations that produce and serve specialist patisserie products, including hotels, restaurants and patisseries.The preparation and modelling of marzipan is a high order technical skill used by experienced patissiers who operate independently or with limited guidance from others.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHFAB025 Prepare and serve espresso coffee
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP221 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to extract and serve espresso coffee beverages using commercial espresso machines and grinders. It requires the ability to advise customers on coffee beverages, select and grind coffee beans, prepare and assess espresso coffee beverages and to use, maintain and clean espresso machines and grinders. Complex repairs of equipment would be referred to specialist service technicians.Preparation of coffee beverages using other methods is covered in SITHFAB024 Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beverages.This unit applies to any hospitality organisation that serves espresso coffee beverages, including cafes, restaurants, bars, clubs, function and event venues.It applies to espresso machine operators who operate with some level of independence and under limited supervision.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITXHRM007 Coach others in job skills
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP235 Cost: Standard $50.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide on-the-job coaching to colleagues. It requires the ability to explain and demonstrate specific skills, knowledge and procedures and monitor the progress of colleagues until they are able to operate independently of the coach.The unit applies to experienced operational personnel and to supervisors and managers who informally train other people in new workplace skills and procedures.It applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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ɬÀï·¬Code: COOK282 Cost: Standard $40.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use personal hygiene practices to prevent contamination of food that might cause food-borne illnesses. It requires the ability to follow predetermined organisational procedures and to identify and control food hazards.The unit applies to all organisations with permanent or temporary kitchen premises or smaller food preparation or bar areas.This includes restaurants, cafes, clubs, hotels, and bars; tour operators; attractions; function, event, exhibition and conference catering; educational institutions; aged care facilities; correctional centres; hospitals; defence forces; cafeterias, kiosks, canteens and fast food outlets; residential catering; in-flight and other transport catering.It applies to food handlers who directly handle food or food contact surfaces such as cutlery, plates and bowls during the course of their daily work activities. This includes cooks, chefs, caterers, kitchen stewards, kitchen hands, bar, and food and beverage attendants, and sometimes room attendants and front office staff.Food handlers must comply with the requirements contained within the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code.In some States and Territories businesses are required to designate a food safety supervisor who is required to be certified as competent in this unit through a registered training organisation. Food safety legislative and knowledge requirements may differ across borders. Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state or territory food safety authority to determine any accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITHIND008 Work effectively in hospitality service
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP226 Cost: Standard $100.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work effectively in a hospitality environment and provide service to customers during service periods.It requires the ability to integrate a range of individual technical skills while dealing with numerous sales, service or operational tasks simultaneously to meet the needs of multiple and diverse customers. A service period incorporates preparation, service and end of service tasks.The unit applies individuals working in a range of different departments such as accommodation services, food and beverage, gaming operations and housekeeping, in various hospitality industry settings, including bars, hotels, cafes, restaurants, clubs, pubs and motels.It applies to those frontline service personnel who deal directly with customers on a daily basis and who operate with some level of independence and under limited supervision.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXCCS015 Enhance customer service experiences
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ɬÀï·¬Code: EVNT135 Cost: Standard $100.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide professional and personalised customer service experiences. It requires the ability to determine and meet customer preferences, develop customer relationships, respond to difficult service situations and take responsibility for resolving complaints.The unit applies to those who deal directly with customers on a daily basis and who operate independently or with limited guidance from others. It includes senior frontline sales personnel, supervisors and managers who use discretion and judgement to provide quality customer service experiences.This includes individuals working in a range of tourism, travel, hospitality and events contexts.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXCCS017 Use a computerised booking system
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ɬÀï·¬Code: EVNT136 Cost: Standard $60.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a computerised booking system to create bookings for products and services. The unit covers the computer skills required to use booking functions and system capabilities and not the related sales skills which are found in other units.The unit applies to frontline sales and operations personnel in any type of business that takes bookings for products or services, and who operate with some level of independence and under limited supervision.The skills in this unit of competency must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITEEVT020 Source and use information on the events industry
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ɬÀï·¬Code: EVNT128 Cost: Standard $30.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to access and interpret current and emerging information on the events industry to enhance the quality of event coordination. This includes industry structure, technology, laws and ethical issues specifically relevant to event coordination.This unit is relevant to events that are diverse in nature and are coordinated in many industry contexts, including the tourism, hospitality, sport, cultural and community sectors.It applies to individuals working at different levels in event management companies, in event venues, or in organisations that organise their own events.The skills in this unit of competency must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITEEVT026 Manage event production components
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ɬÀï·¬Code: EVNT133 Cost: Standard $100.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to analyse event production requirements and organise and monitor different production services and products. It requires the ability to use advanced planning, organisation and communication skills combined with detailed knowledge of the event management process and broad understanding of specialist component services.This unit is relevant to events that are diverse in nature and are coordinated in many industry contexts, including the tourism, hospitality, sport, cultural and community sectors.It applies to workers who are responsible for making a range of operational decisions. They may work in event management companies, in event venues, or in organisations that organise their own events.The skills in this unit of competency must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXCCS010 Provide visitor information
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ɬÀï·¬Code: TOUR263 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to access general information on facilities, products and services available in the local area and to provide this to visitors.The unit applies to frontline service personnel working in a range of tourism, travel, hospitality, events, entertainment and cultural contexts. Information is often provided face-to-face, but may be by telephone or other remote mechanisms.It applies to frontline service personnel who routinely respond to visitor requests for general local area information. They may be working independently or with guidance from others in restaurants, hotels, wineries, attractions, entertainment venues, tour operations, visitor information centres and at tour desks.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SIRXOSM002 Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms
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ɬÀï·¬Code: RETL300 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source information on, and work according to, a range of ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms for business purposes. This key skill underpins effective performance when utilising social media and online platforms for diverse purposes. It applies to individuals working at all levels from operational personnel through to managers. This unit applies to self-employed individuals, and owners and employees of any type of micro, small, medium or large organisation that utilises social media and online tools for customer engagement including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITXMGT006 Manage projects
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP242 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop project plans, implement project activities, monitor progress to ensure objectives are achieved, and evaluate all aspects of projects.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors and the project could relate to event planning and execution, product development, research or initiatives such as the introduction of new workplace systems or technologies.It applies to senior personnel who operate independently or with limited guidance from others and who are responsible for making a range of operational business and project management decisions.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITEEVT023 Plan in-house events
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ɬÀï·¬Code: EVNT131 Cost: Standard $30.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan the delivery of commercial events. It requires the ability to identify client operational needs and preferences, prepare and confirm event proposals, and finalise operational documents for the delivery of events.This unit is relevant to events that are diverse in nature and are coordinated in many industry contexts, including the tourism, hospitality, sport, cultural and community sectors.It applies to event coordinators who operate independently and are responsible for making a range of operational decisions. They may work in commercial event venues, such as hotels, clubs, theatres, and convention and exhibition centres.The skills in this unit of competency must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP219 Cost: Standard $30.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to responsibly sell, serve or supply alcohol.Responsible practices must be undertaken wherever alcohol is sold, served or supplied, including where alcohol samples are served during on-site product tastings. This unit therefore applies to any workplace where alcohol is sold, served or supplied, including all types of hospitality venues, packaged liquor outlets and wineries, breweries and distilleries.The unit applies to all levels of personnel involved in the sale, service, including promotional service and supply of alcohol in licensed premises. Those selling or serving alcohol may include food and beverage attendants; packaged liquor salespersons selling in person, over the phone or online; winery, brewery and distillery cellar door staff; delivery services and supplier sales representatives. The unit also applies to security staff who monitor customer behaviour and to the licensee who is ultimately responsible for responsible service of alcohol (RSA) management.The unit incorporates the knowledge requirements, under state and territory liquor licensing law, for employees engaged in the sale, service or supply of alcohol.Certification requirements differ across states and territories. In some cases, all people involved in the sale, service including promotional service and supply of alcohol in licensed premises must be certified in this unit. This can include the licensee and security staff.This unit covers the RSA skill and knowledge requirements common to all States and Territories. Some legislative requirements and knowledge will differ across borders. In some cases, after completion of this unit, state and territory liquor authorities require candidates to complete a bridging course to address these specific differences.Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state or territory liquor licensing authority to determine any accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITHFAB023 Operate a bar
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP220 Cost: Standard $100.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare a bar for service, take drink orders, prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and close the bar down. Customer service and selling skills are found in other units.The unit applies to any hospitality organisation that operates a bar, including hotels, restaurants, clubs, cafes, and wineries.The unit applies to bar attendants who operate with some level of independence and under limited supervision.The sale and service of alcohol is subject to the provisions of liquor legislation laws in each state and territory of Australia. Skills and knowledge for compliance with this law are covered by the prerequisite unit SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHFAB025 Prepare and serve espresso coffee
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP221 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to extract and serve espresso coffee beverages using commercial espresso machines and grinders. It requires the ability to advise customers on coffee beverages, select and grind coffee beans, prepare and assess espresso coffee beverages and to use, maintain and clean espresso machines and grinders. Complex repairs of equipment would be referred to specialist service technicians.Preparation of coffee beverages using other methods is covered in SITHFAB024 Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beverages.This unit applies to any hospitality organisation that serves espresso coffee beverages, including cafes, restaurants, bars, clubs, function and event venues.It applies to espresso machine operators who operate with some level of independence and under limited supervision.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHGAM022 Provide responsible gambling services
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP223 Cost: Standard $90.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide responsible gambling services, and to assist those customers who may be at risk of or are already experiencing harm from gambling.Responsible gambling services must be provided wherever gambling activities are undertaken. In the hospitality industry, the gambling environment is usually referred to as the gaming area and is provided in a range of venues, such as hotels, motels, clubs, pubs and casinos.The major forms of gambling are wagering (racing and sport) and gaming (gaming machines, table games, Keno and lotteries). Both forms of gambling are relevant to the hospitality industry. Hospitality venues may operate Totalisator Agency Board (TAB) outlets for wagering on racing and sport events. They may also cover the full range of gaming activities, including operating gaming machines, table games, Keno and lotteries.Responsible provision of gambling services is an essential underpinning skill for all hospitality personnel involved in the sale and service of gambling activities in licensed premises, including the licensee, gaming supervisors and gaming managers when involved in operational gambling activities.The unit applies equally to frontline operational gambling personnel who operate with a limited level of autonomy and under some supervision and guidance from others. They would operate within predefined organisational procedures, and regulatory authority and industry and organisational codes of conduct.Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state and territory gaming licensing authority to determine accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors.The unit also relates to satisfying the requirements for providing responsible gambling services under state and territory legislation. The terms used to describe this vary across state and territory regulatory bodies and can include Responsible Conduct of Gambling (RCG), Responsible Service of Gaming, or Responsible Service of Gambling (RSG).Under differing state and territory legislation this is a required certification unit for certain nominated personnel operating in licensed gambling premises. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITHFAB034 Provide table service of food and beverage
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP222 Cost: Standard $270.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide quality table service of food and beverage in la carte or fine-dining settings. It covers high order service techniques to prepare the restaurant for the service period, provide food and beverage advice to customers, serve and clear food and beverages, and complete end of service tasks.Fundamental technical skills for food and beverage service are covered by the unit SITHFAB027 Serve food and beverage.This unit applies to hospitality organisations where table service of food and beverage is provided, such as restaurants, dining rooms and function venues.It applies to food and beverage attendants who work with some independence and under limited supervision. They may provide operational advice and support to team members.The sale and service of alcohol is subject to the provisions of Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) law in each state and territory of Australia. Skills and knowledge for compliance with this law are covered by the prerequisite unit SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol
SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
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- SITHIND006 Source and use information on the hospitality industry
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP225 Cost: Standard $100.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source and use current and emerging information on the hospitality industry. This includes industry structure, technology, laws and ethical issues specifically relevant to the hospitality industry. Hospitality personnel integrate this essential knowledge on a daily basis to work effectively in the industry.The unit applies to all hospitality sectors and people working at different levels. Managers will use more formal research to attain specialised and comprehensive knowledge to support product planning, marketing and strategic management activities. This is covered in other units of competency.This unit is not about having in-depth knowledge but focuses on the ability to source and interpret information relevant to day-to-day activities in order to maximise work performance.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SIRXOSM003 Use social media and online tools
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ɬÀï·¬Code: RETL302 Cost: Standard $30.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to implement the use of social media and online platforms for organisational purposes. It requires the ability to identify the objectives for online communications, create and post relevant content to promote engagement with the organisation, and to engage professionally with customers.It applies to individuals who work at an operational level. They use discretion and judgement to take responsibility for work outcomes but actions are guided by plans, policies and procedures, supervisors and managers. Although an operational function, it can apply to small business owner operators who are responsible for a range of functions.This unit applies to self-employed individuals, and owners and employees of any type of micro, small, medium or large organisation that utilises social media and online tools for customer engagement including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: SIRXOSM002 Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms
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- SITXWHS006 Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks
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ɬÀï·¬Code: HOSP244 Cost: Standard $75.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify hazards, assess the associated workplace safety risks, take measures to eliminate or minimise those risks, and document all processes.The unit applies to all tourism, travel, hospitality and event sectors and to any small, medium or large organisation.All people working at all levels can participate in risk assessments which are commonly conducted as a team effort. Frontline operational personnel, who operate with some level of independence and under limited supervision, would assist other colleagues during the process. Individuals may conduct the assessments independently of others.This unit incorporates the requirement, under state and territory work health and safety (WHS) legislation, for businesses to conduct risk assessments involving their workers to manage the safety of those workers and anyone else in the workplace.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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- SITEEVT028 Manage on-site event operations
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ɬÀï·¬Code: EVNT134 Cost: Standard $150.00
Description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage on-site operational activities for the production of events. It requires the ability to finalise operational plans, oversee event set-up, execution and break-down, and evaluate the operational success of events.This unit is relevant to events that are diverse in nature and are coordinated in many industry contexts, including the tourism, hospitality, sport, cultural and community sectors.It applies to event coordinators and managers as well as venue duty, front of house and operations managers who operate independently, and are responsible for operational decisions. They may work in event management companies, in event venues, or in organisations that organise their own events.The skills in this unit of competency must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Prerequisites: Nil
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