Why Culinary Professionals Choose Us

• True Hospitality Specialists - With over 85 years as Australia’s leading educator in foods and hospitality, we understand commercial kitchens and bakeries better than any generalist assessing bodies.
• Practising Industry Assessors - Our team consists of experienced chefs and bakers who still work in the industry. They assess with real-world insight, not just theory.
• Only Dedicated Pastrycook Assessor - We are the sole TRA-authorised body in Australia specifically recognised for Pastrycook assessments.
• Faster & More Supportive Process - Priority service for expiring visas and Fast-Track Pathway 2 options, with many assessments completed and lodged within 4 weeks.
• Genuine Personal Support - Free pre-assessment, one-on-one preparation sessions, memory triggers allowed, and honest feedback from people who truly understand your profession.
• Strong Global Reputation - Trusted by culinary professionals, migration agents, and employers across Australia and worldwide for fair, transparent, and high-integrity outcomes.

Who We Are

William Angliss Institute is Australia’s leading specialist educator in hospitality and foods with over 85 years of excellence. Since 2009, we have been formally authorised by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to deliver high-integrity skills assessments.

We are the official assessing body for Baker, Chef, and Cook, and the only authorised assessing body for Pastrycook in Australia. Our practising chef and baker assesors bring real industry experience to support applicants onshore and offshore worldwide, prove they can work at the required trade level in Australia.

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Assessment Programs and Pathways

Assessment Programs

William Angliss Institute conducts high-integrity skills assessments under two main TRA programs:

• Temporary Skills Shortage Program (TSS) - For candidates applying for the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa from TRA-nominated countries.
• Offshore Skills Assessment Program (OSAP) - For candidates applying for skilled migration visas. Applicants not from a TRA nominated country may also opt-in.

For both programs, you do not need to be offshore to apply - onshore applicants in Australia are welcome.

Assessment Pathways

We assess under two clear pathways designed for different backgrounds:

• Pathway 1 (Stream C) - No relevant Australian qualification. Successful applicants receive both a TRA Outcome Letter and a formal AQF qualification.
• Pathway 2 (Stream B) - With relevant Australian qualification. This pathway is often completed and lodged with TRA within 4 weeks.

Both pathways are available to onshore applicants in Australia and offshore applicants worldwide.

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TRA Fees & Payment

All fees are paid directly to Trades Recognition Australia (TRA). No additional charges from William Angliss Institute.

• Pathway 1 (Stream C): AUD $3,120
• Pathway 2 (Stream B): AUD $2,020

Fees are transparent and subject to change. Always check the official TRA website for latest fees schedule. 

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How to Apply - 4 Simple Steps

1. Free Pre-Assessment
   Submit your CV and initial documents for review by our specialist team. We provide honest feedback on your eligibility, best pathway, and evidence strength - usually within 10 business days.  
2. Formal Application & Documentary Evidence Assessment
   You receive instructions to apply with the correct DEA Payment Identifier. Register with TRA, pay the fee, and submit your application.
3. Technical Interview
   Meet with one of our experienced chef or baker assessors (remotely worldwide or face-to-face in Melbourne when possible) to demonstrate your knowledge and competency.
4. TRA Outcome
   Receive your official TRA Outcome Letter. Pathway 1 applicants also receive a formal AQF qualification.

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Occupations We Assess

William Angliss Institute is an official TRA-authorised assessing body for key hospitality occupations under the TSS and OSAP programs:

• Baker (ANZSCO 351111) - Bread Baking and Combined Baking (available in Q3 2026) pathways
• Chef (ANZSCO 351311) - Commercial Cookery, Asian Cookery and Pastry pathways
• Cook (ANZSCO 351411) - Commercial Cookery and Asian Cookery pathways
• Pastrycook (ANZSCO 351112) - We are the only TRA-authorised assessing body in Australia for this occupation

Each occupation has specific aligned Australian qualifications and assessment requirements. Our specialist assessors understand the real demands of commercial kitchens and bakeries.

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Preparing for Success

Thorough preparation is one of the biggest factors in achieving a successful skills assessment outcome. At William Angliss Institute, we provide more than just assessment - we offer genuine guidance and resources to help you present your skills confidently and professionally.

From detailed document checklists and video portfolio guidelines to one-on-one preparation sessions with experienced assessors, we support you each step of the way.

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Get in Touch With Us

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Start your journey with confidence. Use our eligibility tool, submit for a free pre-assessment, or contact our specialist team today.

We are committed to helping experienced culinary professionals recognise their skills for employment in Australia.