🍽️ Hospitality Jobs in Australia
Hospitality is one of the easiest industries to break into as a Working Holiday Visa holder. From kitchen hand positions requiring no experience to skilled barista roles in Melbourne's coffee scene, there are thousands of jobs available across the country year-round.
Hospitality Categories
Choose a category to learn about positions, pay rates, requirements and how to get started.
Kitchen Hand
Washing, prep, plating. No experience needed.
Barista
Coffee culture is huge in Australia.
Bar Staff
Bartending and cocktails. RSA required.
Waiter / Waitress
Table service in restaurants and cafes.
Housekeeping
Hotels, motels and accommodation.
⚠️ RSA Certificate Required for Alcohol Service
If you want to work in any role that involves serving alcohol (bar staff, waiter in licensed venues, events), you will need a Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate. Each state has its own RSA course -- it takes about 4-6 hours and costs $20-60. You can complete it online in most states. Get your RSA before you start job hunting to have an edge over other applicants.
💡 Penalty Rates = Higher Pay
Hospitality workers in Australia earn penalty rates for working weekends, public holidays, late nights and early mornings. A casual kitchen hand earning $28/hr on a weekday could earn $33-42/hr on a Sunday or public holiday. Always ask about penalty rates when accepting a position.