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About the course
This Certificate II in Cookery is an introductory programme delivered through Victoria University’s Vocational Education & Training Delivered to Secondary Students (VDSS). It builds foundational kitchen knowledge and practical skills for assisting roles, focusing on safe equipment use, hygiene and basic food preparation and presentation under supervision. It also provides a pathway into further cookery study, at a Certificate level in culinary training. The programme emphasises applied skills, workplace readiness, and technical competency for industry entry.
Career outcome
Graduates are prepared for entry-level assistant roles in commercial kitchen operations where tasks are routine and supervised. The course supports progression into further cookery qualifications and work pathways across hospitality venues such as restaurants, cafés, pubs, clubs, hotels and catering services, as well as institutional food services including aged care, hospitals and schools. This is a Certificate-level pathway in culinary operations. Preparing graduates for skilled employment, traineeships, and pathways to higher qualifications.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
