Guides
Hospitality staffing guides for venues
Practical answers for venue managers, head chefs and event organisers: who to hire, what to pay and what the law asks of you.
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HiringHow to Hire Hospitality Staff in Australia: 2026 Guide
How to hire hospitality staff in Australia in 2026: define the role, find casual chefs, wait staff and bartenders fast, check RSA and visas, and pay the award.
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Pay and awardsHospitality Award Pay Rates 2026: Casual Rates, Penalties and Juniors
Hospitality award pay rates 2026: casual and permanent hourly rates by level, Saturday, Sunday and public holiday penalties, evening loadings and junior rates.
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CostsHow Much Does It Cost to Hire a Bartender in Australia?
Bartender hire cost in Australia for 2026: award hourly rates by day, what agencies and mobile bars charge, bartenders per guest and a worked wedding budget.
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HiringHow to Hire a Chef in Australia: Shifts, Seasons and Events
How to hire a chef in Australia: commis to chef de partie explained, 2026 award pay, Cert III and IV qualifications, paid trials and where to find chefs fast.
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HiringHow to Hire a Barista: Skills, Pay and Trial Checklist
How to hire a barista in Australia: skills to test on your machine, 2026 award pay, cafe vs hotel awards, a trial checklist and how to book event baristas.
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EventsEvent Staff Hire in Australia: Costs, Roles and Booking Guide
Event staff hire in Australia: wait staff, bartenders and crew for weddings and functions. 2026 costs, staff numbers, booking lead times and briefing tips.
- Events
How Many Wait Staff for a Wedding? Ratios and Checklist
How many wait staff for a wedding: ratios for plated, alternate drop, buffet and cocktail service, bartenders per guest, a 120 guest example and a checklist.
- Compliance
RSA Requirements by State: What Venues Need to Check
RSA requirements by state in Australia: NSW competency cards, Victoria refreshers, Queensland, Tasmania and other states, interstate transfers and venue checks.
