Service Industry

Core: Complete all 3

• FBPRBK4005   Apply advanced finishing techniques for specialty cakes

  • CIT Code:	BAKE193
    Cost:	Standard $450.00
    Description:	This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to research and apply a range of finishing and decorating techniques for specialty cakes in a commercial baking or professional decorating environment. This unit applies to individuals who apply a broad range of specialised knowledge and skills with responsibility for their own work. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable problems. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with State/Territory food safety, and work health and safety, regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.
    Prerequisites:	Nil

• SITXEBS001   Use social media in a business

  • CIT Code:	EBUS166
    Cost:	Standard $77.00
    Description:	This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to establish a social media presence in a business. It requires an understanding of the use of social media tools and platforms to enhance customer engagement and market a business. The unit is relevant to businesses operating in many industry contexts, including the tourism, travel, hospitality, events and other service industry sectors. It applies to individuals using social media for business at an operational level under limited supervision.
    Prerequisites:	Nil

• SITXFSA001   Use hygienic practices for food safety

  • CIT Code:	OHSS457
    Cost:	Standard $33.00
    Description:	This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use personal hygiene practices to prevent contamination of food that might cause food-borne illnesses. It requires the ability to follow predetermined organisational procedures and to identify and control food hazards. The unit applies to all organisations with permanent or temporary kitchen premises or smaller food preparation or bar areas. This includes restaurants, cafes, clubs, hotels, and bars; tour operators; attractions; function, event, exhibition and conference catering; educational institutions; aged care facilities; correctional centres; hospitals; defence forces; cafeterias, kiosks, canteens and fast food outlets; residential catering; in-flight and other transport catering. It applies to food handlers who directly handle food or food contact surfaces such as cutlery, plates and bowls during the course of their daily work activities. This includes cooks, chefs, caterers, kitchen stewards, kitchen hands, bar, and food and beverage attendants, and sometimes room attendants and front office staff. Food handlers must comply with the requirements contained within the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code. In some States and Territories businesses are required to designate a food safety supervisor who is required to be certified as competent in this unit through a registered training organisation. Food safety legislative and knowledge requirements may differ across borders. Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state or territory food safety authority to determine any accreditation arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors.
    Prerequisites:	Nil