SIT40721 - Certificate IV in Patisserie

This qualification at EI is currently available only to domestic students.

COURSE OVERVIEW

The SIT40721 – Certificate IV in Patisserie is a nationally recognised qualification designed to develop advanced patisserie skills alongside supervisory and operational knowledge required in a commercial kitchen. This course reflects the role of individuals who take responsibility for coordinating patisserie production, solving non-routine problems, and guiding others within a pastry or kitchen team.

Learners build on their existing patisserie abilities to produce a wide range of complex cakes, pastries, desserts, bread and bakery items, and decorative or specialised products. The course also covers menu planning, stock control, kitchen leadership, food safety systems, and effective supervision in hospitality settings.

Graduates will be able to work independently, exercise sound judgement, and apply well-developed technical skills within commercial patisserie environments.

Campus
West Melbourne, Thomastown, Lalor
Course Duration
26 Weeks (including term breaks)
Next Intake
Enquire Now at [email protected]
Course Fee
AUD 5,000

*Course Duration and Course Fee apply only if the student has already completed SIT31021 – Certificate III in Patisserie and is eligible for Credit Transfers (CTs). If you have not completed the Certificate III or do not receive applicable CTs, the duration and fees may differ.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
  • Individuals may be expected to demonstrate basic language, literacy and numeracy skills, and have an interest in cooking and hospitality.

Please note:This qualification at EI is currently available only to domestic students.

For more information, please see

Entry Requirement Policy and Procedure

WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR

This qualification is ideal for individuals who:

  • Already hold patisserie or cookery skills and wish to move into more senior or supervisory roles,
  • Want to expand their technical abilities in specialised patisserie production,
  • Aim to coordinate or oversee patisserie operations within a commercial kitchen,
  • Are looking to advance their career across hotels, restaurants, patisseries, bakeries, resorts, catering companies, and other hospitality settings.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Completing this qualification prepares graduates for a range of supervisory or advanced patisserie roles, including:

Typical Job Roles:

  • Pastry Chef/Chef de Partie – Patisserie
  • Lead Pastry Cook
  • Pastry or Bakery Supervisor
  • Dessert or Confectionery Specialist
  • Patisserie Production Coordinator
  • Pastry Section Team Leader

These positions exist across patisseries, cafés, bakeries, restaurants, catering businesses, hotels, and other commercial food environments.

For more information please visit the Your Career at

https://www.yourcareer.gov.au/learn-and-train/courses/SIT40721

FURTHER STUDY PATHWAYS

After successfully completing SIT40721 – Certificate IV in Patisserie, students may progress to higher-level hospitality and management qualifications, including:

These pathways help broaden management and operational capabilities for higher-level hospitality roles.

COURSE DETAILS

SIT40721 – Certificate IV in Patisserie reflects the role of pastry professionals who apply advanced patisserie skills, lead or guide others, and contribute to operational decisions in the kitchen. They work with autonomy and follow organisational procedures, policies, and industry standards.

This qualification provides a pathway to a wide range of hospitality workplaces where patisserie and dessert products are produced, including hotels, patisseries, restaurants, cafés, bakeries, catering operations, clubs, and events-based environments.

All skills and knowledge must be demonstrated in accordance with relevant Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards, and industry codes of practice.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Work Placement

Everest Institute will organize Work Placement after consultations and formal agreements with individual students and relevant organizations.

You may also need to obtain evidence of a Police Check to ensure participation in Fieldwork Placement.

Course Units

To achieve this qualification, students must complete 32 units, comprising of:

  • 26 core units
  • 6 elective units