At IIG, we are dedicated to helping aspiring cooks and chefs achieve international opportunities. For those looking to work in Australia, IIG offers comprehensive gap training programs and skill assessment preparation to meet the Australian standards required for cook and chef positions. This program is designed for eligible candidates preparing for the skills assessment for Australian work visas.
Eligibility for Skills Assessment for Australian Work Visa (Cook & Chef)
To be eligible for the skills assessment for an Australian work visa, candidates must meet the following criteria
- For Cooks:
- Education: Equivalent to an Australian Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.
- Experience: At least three to five years of full-time relevant work experience as a cook.
- Recency: Recent employment within the past three years in a relevant role.
- English Proficiency: Required IELTS or equivalent language certification.
- For Chefs:
- Education: Equivalent to an Australian Diploma of Hospitality Management Commercial Cookery).
- Experience: Minimum of 4 to 6 years of relevant full-time experience, with supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Recency: Recent employment within the past four years in a relevant role.
- English Proficiency: Required IELTS or equivalent language certification.
How IIG Supports Candidates for Skills Assessment
To assist candidates in showcasing their culinary skills for the skills assessment, IIG offers a structured process, covering all essentials from gap training, venue and ingredients to video documentation. Here’s a step-by-step outline of our skill assessment support process:
- Initial Consultation and Enrollment
- Candidates meet with IIG’s program advisor to confirm eligibility and review skill gaps.
- After the consultation, candidates may enroll in a customized gap training program to prepare for the assessment.
- Video Documentation
- Candidates must book their desired date and time slot in advance.
- Candidates fill out an assessment requisition form outlining specific requirements, including any unique ingredients or equipment they might need.
- A full advance deposit is required to secure the booking, allowing IIG to procure ingredients, arrange and prepare for the shoot.
- IIG provides a professional kitchen space, all ingredients, equipment and all resources needed for the video recording and editing
- Our production team captures every step with quality video and audio to provide clear evidence of the candidate’s skills.
- Editing and Final Delivery
- The video footage is edited according to assessment requirements, with attention to detail and clarity.
- The final edited video is delivered to the candidate for submission
Why Choose IIG for Skills Assessment Preparation?
- Professional Kitchen Venue: IIG provides a fully-equipped kitchen space designed for skill demonstrations.
- Complete Video Support: Our team handles video capture, ingredient sourcing, and editing, delivering a polished final product for assessment submission.
- Customized Gap Training: We help candidates address specific skill gaps to align with Australian standards, increasing their chances of success.
For more information on how to begin your skills assessment preparation with IIG, contact us today. We’re here to guide you every step of the way to fulfilling your culinary career dreams in Australia!
Fees and Payments
The total fees for the gap training will be agreed upon mutually after the initial consultation depending on the candidate’s requirement.
The total fees for the video documentation is NPR 25,000 which needs to be paid in advance.