Australasian Academy – School of Culinary Management
Australasian Academy (AA) offers globally recognised Australian Qualifications in Commercial Cookery and Patisserie in Sri Lanka. In partnership with Australian National Institute of Business and Technology, one of the leading institutions in Melbourne, Australia AA offers the Certificate III and IV in Patisserie (Pastry and Baking) and Certificate III and IV in Commercial Cookery.
Sri Lankan students who join the culinary programmes will be studying for the ANIBT Australian qualification. Upon graduation students will receive the ANIBT certificate which is recognised globally.
Why Study Patisserie (Pastry and Baking)
According to the US bureau of labor statistics employment opportunities for Chefs including desert and pastry chefs were anticipated to grow by 11% during 2018 to 2028. In Australia, the job outlook for chefs and pastry chefs are very favorable and there are many jobs available for pastry and bakery chefs in all states of Australia.
While being a baker is the first step, patisseries open countless opportunities as you progress through the years in your career. Whether you start as an assistant or a baker each opportunity along the way enables you to experience and unleash your creativity. You could work in large hospitality businesses such as hotels, restaurants, event venues or catering businesses. You can also become a pastry sous chef or aim even higher to become an executive pastry chef that overseas different teams and your own staff.
When you choose the path of patisserie, you can explore and aim for a career you have dreamed of, such as Executive pastry chef, Sous pastry chef, Pastry chef, Baker, Pastry Shop Owner.
Why study Commercial Cookery
When you enter the commercial cookery industry, you enter an industry ripe for expansion – the only way is up here, and you have plenty of avenues to follow. Within this department, you can pursue your career in commercial cookery as a chef to reach the highest level as an executive chef, Director Food & Beverage etc. This means that you can begin your studies and then adjust your pathway as you discover and ignite passions within the industry. Career outcomes are plentiful, and depending on your qualification, skill, and area of work, you could look at moving into multiple roles in the industry.
Turn your hobby into
a rewarding career
One of the most important traits any aspiring chef or cook must have is an innate passion and genuine love for food. Certainly, there will be challenges as you navigate the waters of a commercial kitchen, but your passion will truly see you through, as you discover new ways to conquer problems and come out on top. A passion in the kitchen is the first sign – and often one of the most important reasons – you should consider pursuing a career in commercial cookery.
Career Opportunities in the field of international cookery and patisserie are endless around the world. The skill gap in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, United States of America and in the European Union are growing. The post Covid growth momentum has started to open new vistas in the industry for skilled and qualified graduates. The time is right for any individual to pursue a career in the culinary world where they will be able to explore the world and build a lucrative career.
AA offer complete Australian programmes in Sri Lanka and transfer options to Australia and Switzerland where students can complete their programmes at ANIBT in Melbourne and obtain their post study work permit.
If you are looking to fast track your international culinary career beyond borders, please call us on
0761 390 245, 0761 390 242, 0761 390 244 or
0766 895 896
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