Industry Placement
Industry Placement (for Kitchen Management and Diploma of Hospitality Management package)
Are you ready to take your cookery skills to the next level?
At ABM Further Education, we offer a certificate IV in Kitchen Management that combines academic learning with practical experience. You will have the opportunity to work in real commercial kitchens, such as restaurants, hotels, and aged care facilities, and learn from the best in the industry.
As part of your course, you will need to complete a mandatory work placement at the end of term 5 and throughout term 6. This is not just a requirement, but a chance for you to apply what you have learned in the classroom and gain valuable insights into the culinary world. You will be able to work the required hours in addition to your student visa requirements, so you don’t have to worry about that.
During the work placement period, you will need to complete 60 shifts and a total of 30 hours per week. You will also need to complete two units of competency that will help you work effectively as a cook and coordinate cooking operations. Here is a breakdown of the units and the hours you need to complete:
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Number of Service Periods | Total hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| SITHCCC043 | Work effectively as a cook | 48 | 288 hours |
| SITHKOP013 | Coordinate cooking operations | 12 | 72 hours |
| Term | Learning Method | Industry Placement Hours | |
| Certificate IV in Kitchen Management | Term 1 | Week 1 – 10: Theory class + Practical Class | Nil |
| Term 2 | Week 1 – 10: Theory class + Practical Class | Nil | |
| Term 3 | Week 1 – 10: Theory class + Practical Class | Nil | |
| Term 4 | Week 1 – 10: Theory class + Practical Class | Nil | |
| Term 5 | Week 9: Induction & Theory (5 hours) + Work Placement (6 hours x 5 shifts) Week 10: Work Placement (6 hours x 5 shifts | (SITHCCC043) Work effectively as a cook •Week 9= 30 hours •Week 10= 30 hours | |
| Term 6 | Week 1 – Week 10: Work Placement (6 hours x 5 shifts) | (SITHCCC043) Work effectively as a cook 38 x 6= 228 hours (SITHKOP013) Plan cooking operations 12 x 6= 72 hours*) | |
| Total | 60 weeks teaching period + 18 weeks Term break Total: 78 weeks | Total- 360 hours | |
| Diploma of Hospitality Management | Term 7 | 10 weeks | N/A |
| Term 8 | 10 weeks | N/A | |
| Total | 20 weeks teaching period + 6 weeks Term break Total- 26 weeks | Total- 0 hours | |
We encourage you to find your own work placement that suits your interests and goals, but we are also here to support you if you need any assistance. We have strong connections with various industry partners who are always looking for talented and motivated students like you.
We believe that this work placement is a key component of your course that will prepare you for the challenges and opportunities of the cookery industry. You will not only improve your culinary skills, but also develop your confidence, communication, and teamwork abilities. This is your chance to shine and show the world what you can do!
At ABM Further Education, we are proud of our strong connections with various industry partners who are always on the lookout for talented and motivated students like you. You can work with some of the best names in the hospitality industry, such as:
- Accor (Accor A&R ): Accor is a leading multinational hospitality group based in France, specializing in hotel and service management. With a diverse portfolio of brands spanning luxury to economy, Accor operates globally, providing accommodations and related services.
- AMA Hospitality: AMA Hospitality is a catering and event management company that specialises in delivering memorable and personalised experiences to their clients.
- Bills: Bills is a popular restaurant chain that serves fresh and delicious food with a relaxed and friendly vibe.
- Catering HQ: Catering HQ is a food and beverage company that operates in various venues, such as clubs, pubs, and function centres.
- Grand Royale: Grand Royale is a luxury hotel that offers elegant and comfortable accommodation, fine dining, and spa facilities.
- Hurricane’s Grill: Hurricane’s Grill is a steakhouse and bar that serves mouth-watering and succulent steaks, ribs, burgers, and salads.
- ICC Sydney: The International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) is Australia’s top venue for conventions, exhibitions, and events. Located in Darling Harbour, it offers state-of-the-art facilities and versatile event spaces with stunning waterfront views. Renowned for sustainability and exceptional service, ICC Sydney is perfect for events of all sizes. Its prime location provides easy access to Sydney’s main attractions.
- Industry Placement Solutions: Industry Placement Solutions is a recruitment and placement agency that helps students find suitable and rewarding work placements in the hospitality industry.
- Liverpool Catholic Club: Liverpool Catholic Club is a community club that offers a range of entertainment, dining, and leisure options, such as gaming, sports, and function rooms.
- Primi Italian: Primi Italian is a family-owned restaurant that serves authentic and delicious Italian cuisine, such as pizza, pasta, and gelato.
- Kuon Omakase: Kuon Omakase is a Japanese restaurant that offers a unique and exquisite dining experience, where the chef prepares and serves a series of dishes based on the freshest and finest ingredients available on the day.
