How do I become a catering assistant
Get qualified to work as a catering assistant with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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Common questions
In Australia, a full time Catering Assistant generally earns $1,050 per week ($54,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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This industry has seen strong growth in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 38,300 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Catering Assistant. Catering Assistants may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
Courses.com.au Team
If you’re interested in a career as a Catering Assistant, consider enrolling in a Certificate I in Hospitality. This course covers a range of topics including customer service, food safety and hygiene and communication. A Certificate II in Kitchen Operations or a Certificate III in Hospitality (Food and Beverage) may also be suitable.
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Further reading
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- 10290NAT Certificate I in Skills for Education and Training Pathways
- 10727NAT Certificate I in Spoken and Written English
- 10854NAT Certificate II in English Proficiency
- 11005NAT Certificate I in Preparation for Work and Training
- 11041NAT Certificate II in Further Study Skills
- 11139NAT Certificate I in Skills for Education and Training Pathways
- 22473VIC Certificate II in General Education for Adults
- 22566VIC Certificate I in Work Education (Hospitality)
- 52770WA Certificate I in Wider Opportunities for Work (WOW)
- BSBSS00095 Barista Coffee Job Ready Course
- BSBSS00095 Cross-Sector Infection Control Skill Set
- FBPFSY1002 Follow Work Procedures to Maintain Food Safety
- FBPRBK2002 Use Food Preparation Equipment to Prepare Fillings
- FBPRBK3005 Produce Basic Bread Products
- FBPRBK3006 Produce Savoury Bread Products
- FBPRBK3007 Produce Specialty Flour Bread Products
- FBPRBK4001 Produce Artisan Bread Products
- HLTFSE001 Follow Basic Food Safety Practices
- HLTSS00066 Infection control Skill Set (Food Handling)
- MAR30320 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Marine Cookery)
- SIT10216 Certificate I in Hospitality
- SIT10222 Certificate I in Hospitality
- SIT20213 Certificate II in Hospitality
- SIT20316 Certificate II in Hospitality
- SIT20322 Certificate II in Hospitality
- SIT20416 Certificate II in Kitchen Operations
- SIT20421 Certificate II in Cookery
- SIT30616 Certificate III in Hospitality
- SIT30616 Certificate III in Hospitality (Food and Beverage)
- SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality
- SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality (Food and Beverage)
- SIT30713 Certificate III in Hospitality
- SIT30816 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
- SIT30916 Certificate III in Catering Operations
- SIT30921 Certificate III in Catering
- SIT31121 Certificate III in Asian Cookery
- SITSS00035 Customer Service Management Skill Set
- SITSS00051 Food Safety Supervision Skill Set
- SITSS00068 Food Handling Skill Set
- SITSS00078 & BSBSS00095 Dual Customer Service Skill Set & Cross-Sector Infection Control Skill Set
- SITSS00080 & BSBSS00095 Dual Espresso Machine Operation Skill Set & Cross-Sector Infection Control Skill Set
- SITXFSA001 Use Hygienic Practises for Food Safety
- SITXFSA005 Use Hygienic Practices for Food Safety
- SITXFSA006 Participate in Safe Food Handling Practices
Catering Assistant careers
A Catering Assistant helps with preparing and serving food and drink at various kinds of events. You might work with clients before an event to determine menu items and assist with ordering supplies. Catering Assistants help to prepare ingredients and may prepare simple food items. You might plate meals professionally and serve food to guests.
Catering Assistants should be able to follow instructions and work as part of a team. It’s important that you can work quickly and adhere to food safety procedures. Catering Assistants need to have good organisational skills and must be able to prioritise their tasks. Good customer service skills are essential and you may have to work irregular hours.
