North Metropolitan TAFE

SIT40721

Certificate IV in Patisserie

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This course builds on the skills gained in the Certificate III in Patisserie or Commercial Cookery qualifications and equips you with the skills needed to be a qualified cook specialising in patisserie. On successful completion you'll be ready to work a patissier or pastry chef in a variety of hospitality environments and take on a leading or supervisory role in the kitchen.

You will cover working fast and effectively in a commercial kitchen team and be able to plan, prepare and bake mouth-watering cakes, sponges, tarts, petits fours, pastries, chocolate and sugar show pieces and decoration techniques. You'll also learn about financial management, leading staff and teams, cleaning, food safety programs, hygiene, managing workplace conflict, coaching others and workplace health and safety.

Delivery mode

North Metropolitan TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 35 Kendrew Cres, Joondalup

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $2,610 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
WA
  • WA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the WA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with North Metropolitan TAFE to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 18 Months
Estimated fee* $2,610 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate IV in Patisserie will prepare you for the following roles.

Patissier

A Patissier is a chef who specialises in sweet treats such as cakes, tarts, pastries, biscuits and desserts. You might decorate cakes or other item...

Avg yearly income $70,200
Entry barriers Low

Pastry Chef

A Pastry Chef prepares food items such as cakes, pastries, biscuits, tarts and buns. You might work for a restaurant or café or for a specialist ba...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

About North Metropolitan TAFE

We are the largest TAFE college in Western Australia, with ten contemporary campuses across Perth’s north metropolitan area.

We offer over 350 courses from Certificate I to Advanced Diplomas, apprenticeships and traineeships, plus short courses and skill sets. Whether you’re just starting out in the workforce, looking to upskill, change careers or returning to work, we have a qualification to take you in the right direction.