Certificate II in Cookery

What you’ll learn

Build practical kitchen skills through hands-on learning in a commercial kitchen. You’ll develop confidence in:

• Preparing ingredients and cooking a variety of dishes.

• Using kitchen equipment safely.

• Following food safety and hygiene practices.

• Keeping your workspace clean and organised.

• Working as part of a kitchen team.

How the course works

Delivered in partnership with a registered training organisation, this program combines guided learning with practical kitchen experience as you work towards your Certificate II in Cookery.

You’ll have opportunities to practise your skills, learn from your trainer and become familiar with the routines and expectations of a working kitchen.

Who can apply

Whether you’re looking for your first job, returning to work or exploring a new direction, this course can help you take the next step towards employment in hospitality.

The program is fully funded for eligible participants through the Queensland Government’s Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative.

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible, you generally need to:

• Be aged 15 years or older and no longer enrolled at school.

• Live in Queensland.

• Meet the program’s Australian residency or eligible visa requirements.

• Need support to enter the workforce, find more stable employment, or retrain after redundancy or time away from work.

We welcome enquiries from people starting their working lives, returning to work, or facing challenges accessing training and employment.

Already receiving support from an employment services provider? You may still qualify if you need additional assistance. There is no minimum period you must have been unemployed or receiving that support.

Not sure whether you’re eligible? Contact our team. We’ll discuss your circumstances, check your eligibility and explain any course-specific requirements before enrolment.

Support along the way

You don’t have to take the next step on your own. Our team provides encouragement and practical support throughout your training, helping you build confidence and work through challenges that may affect your participation.

We can also help with résumé preparation, interview practice and job searching, so you’re better prepared to explore employment opportunities.

Ready to take the next step?

Fill out our Expression of Interest form by clicking the button below and we’ll be in contact with you closer to the start date of the course.