Chef (excl. Commis Chef) 3322-11
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Job description
Plans and organises the preparation and cooking of food in dining or catering establishments.
Similar occupations
Chef de Partie, Demi Chef, Second Chef, Sous Chef
Skill level
This occupation requires you to have completed formal qualifications achieved through study, training or work experience and is referred to as the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). You need to have attained AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least three years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. For further information on the Australian Qualifications Framework see the AQF website.
See: www.aqf.edu.au/
Note: The AQF does not provide information or advice on skills assessment.
For information on skills assessment, see the relevant skills assessing authority below.
Skilled occupation information
Points awarded for General Skilled Migration purposes are shown in the table below.
The table also shows if this occupation is on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL), part of the Employer Nomination Scheme and on the Migration Occupations in Demand List (MODL).
| Points | SOL | ENSOL | MODL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Skills assessment authority
Before you can migrate to Australia as a skilled migrant you must have your skills assessed by the relevant national assessment authority. The assessment authority for your occupation is:
Trades Recognition Australia (TRA)
You must apply to TRA for assessment of your qualifications and work experience to establish whether you are capable of undertaking the full range of tasks expected of a tradesperson in Australia.
TRA’s uniform assessment criteria requires you to demonstrate skills, knowledge and experience equivalent to an Australian apprenticed-trained tradesperson.
You must be capable of performing your work in a safe and acceptable manner and demonstrate that you have adequate theoretical knowledge for the occupation.
If you are seeking to have your skills assessed as a supervisor you must first satisfy the assessment requirements for your trade and have been working as a supervisor for three or more years after becoming fully qualified in your trade.
Trades Recognition Australia
PO Box 9879
Canberra ACT 2601
Australia
Telephone: 61 2 6121 7456
Fax: 61 2 6121 7768
Email: traenquiries@dewr.gov.au
Website: www.workplace.gov.au/workplace/Programmes/TRA
Upon arrival in Australia, you may also need to obtain national recognition of your skills. The occupation that will be shown on the Australian qualifications is that occupation that best fits your training and experience and may not necessarily match the occupation title you migrated under. Please note the Australian qualification may not provide authority to work as tradesperson. It may be necessary to obtain a licence.
Licensing or registration requirements
In many occupations you must be registered with or obtain a license from a local authority in the state or territory where you wish to practise your occupation. Select from the following state links to find out details of the local authority in your state.
New South Wales
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in New South Wales.
Victoria
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in Victoria.
Queensland
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in Queensland.
South Australia
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in South Australia.
Western Australia
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in Western Australia.
Tasmania
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in Tasmania.
Northern Territory
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in the Northern Territory.
Australian Capital Territory
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in the ACT.
Additional training
You may require additional training in Australia before you can get your skills recognised, licensed or registered. For more information contact the relevant state or territory licensing or registration body listed above. You can also check with the Overseas Qualifications Unit in your state or territory.
See: Overseas Qualifications Unit
Industry association memberships
You may benefit from becoming a member of a relevant industry association for your occupation. This could help you with your employment prospects, networking, contact with industry and professional development and may provide you with important information and support.
New South Wales
Restaurant and Catering Association
Level 1, 80 Cooper St
Surry Hills NSW 2010
Telephone: 61 2 9211 3500 or 1300 650 646
Fax: 61 2 9211 3800
Email: restaurantcater@rcnsw.asn.au
Website: http://www.rcnsw.asn.au
The Baking Industry Association
Level 1, 80 Cooper St
Surry Hills NSW 2010
Telephone: 61 2 9211 6666
Fax: 61 2 9211 6900
Email: enquire@biansw.com.au
Website: http://www.biansw.com.au
Victoria
Restaurant and Catering Victoria
Level 3, 114 Flinders Street
Melbourne Vic. 3000
Postal Address:
PO Box 18193
Collins Street East Vic. 8003
Telephone: 61 3 9654 5866
Fax: 61 3 9654 5286
Email: rcav@restaurantcatervic.asn.au
Website: http://www.restaurantcatervic.asn.au
Queensland
Not listed at this time
South Australia
Food Tourism and Hospitality Skills Council
5-9 Rundle Street
Kent Town SA 5067
Telephone: 61 8 8362 6012
Email: info@fthskillscouncil.com.au
Website: http://www.fthskillscouncil.com.au
Western Australia
Not listed at this time
Tasmania
Not listed at this time.
Northern Territory
Not listed at this time.
Australian Capital Territory
Not listed at this time