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Hospitality & commercial cookery RPL pathways

From preparing dishes to running a service, your experience tells a story. We help you start a qualification conversation that reflects the work you actually perform.

Is this the right area for you?

Cooks, chefs, pastry workers, hospitality supervisors and experienced tourism or event workers can enquire about relevant pathways. Be ready to explain your level of responsibility and the range of tasks you undertake.

What to prepare for a conversation

  • A summary of your kitchen, venue or event responsibilities
  • Menus, production schedules or event plans you are authorised to share
  • Work references and records of relevant training
  • Examples that explain your contribution to service, safety or team coordination
Experience in one part of a kitchen or venue may not cover a whole qualification. Confirm any practical assessment, workplace evidence and additional training with the provider before enrolling.

Qualification and career interests

Select an interest to prepare an enquiry with your course or role already filled in. Ask us to confirm the current course details, provider and availability for your situation.

Cooking & Kitchen

Certificate II in CookeryEnquire ↗Certificate III in Commercial CookeryEnquire ↗Certificate IV in Kitchen ManagementEnquire ↗

Patisserie / Baking

Certificate III in PatisserieEnquire ↗Certificate IV in PatisserieEnquire ↗Certificate III in BakingEnquire ↗Certificate III in Bread BakingEnquire ↗Certificate III in Cake and PastryEnquire ↗

Hospitality Management

Certificate III in HospitalityEnquire ↗Certificate IV in HospitalityEnquire ↗Diploma of Hospitality ManagementEnquire ↗Advanced Diploma of Hospitality ManagementEnquire ↗

Tourism & Events

Certificate III in TourismEnquire ↗Certificate IV in Travel and TourismEnquire ↗Diploma of Travel and Tourism ManagementEnquire ↗Certificate III in EventsEnquire ↗Diploma of Event ManagementEnquire ↗

Before you choose a provider

Ask for the registered training provider’s name, RTO number and the exact qualification title and code. Discuss which requirements apply to you, what the full fees cover, and what happens if further training is needed.

You can check training providers and their registered scope on training.gov.au. Use our evidence preparation guide to organise your questions.

Your experience. Your next chapter.

Let’s work out your next step.

Tell us what you do and where you want to go. We’ll help you start the right conversation.

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