Become an expert in pastries and desserts Extend your skills as a pastry chef and learn what it takes to be a team leader in a commercial kitchen. When you complete this program, you’ll have the practical skills and confidence you need to manage a patisserie or a pastry kitchen in a large hotel. You’ll learn to prepare and present a variety of food including chocolate, confectionery, pastries and desserts. In addition, you’ll develop an understanding of operations, administration, customer service, people management and food safety regulations. Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the program, which includes online and workplace assessments, excursions, and opportunities to network with industry specialists. You’ll also be able to participate in professional industry competitions. With this nationally recognised qualification, you’ll have an exciting future as a pastry chef, with the ability to work in a leadership role in restaurants, cafes or hotels around the world. Unit code Unit Description SITHPAT010 Design and produce sweet buffet showpieces SITHKOP004 Develop menus for special dietary requirements SITXHRM003 Lead and manage people SITXFIN003 Manage finances within a budget SITHPAT009 Model sugar-based decorations SITHKOP006 Plan catering for events or functions SITHPAT007 Prepare and model marzipan SITHCCC021 Prepare specialised food items SITHPAT008 Produce chocolate confectionery SITEEVT005 Plan in-house events or functions Possible job outcome food manager commercial kitchen supervisor pastry chef professional patisserie cook hotel/resort supervisor events manager event coordinator hotel manager restaurant manager event coordinator hospitality manager airline travel supervisor tourism supervisor travel industry marketing consultant travel agency manager travel consultant