Minor Group

321 Chefs and Pastry Chefs

Latest release

Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)

Reference period

August 2026

Released

17/08/2026

Next release Unknown

First release

Plan and organise the preparation and cooking of food in culinary establishments.

Senior Chefs are excluded from this minor group. Senior Chefs are included in Occupation 161632 Senior Chef.

The occupations in this minor group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

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