Bartender

Role summary

Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.

The Bartender prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests in Qantas Lounges by Accor at Sydney Airport. Requirements typically include previous bar or hospitality experience, sound knowledge of beverages and responsible service practices, strong communication skills, and the ability to obtain or hold an RSA certificate. The successful candidate is expected to deliver warm, efficient service, maintain a clean and well-stocked bar, follow food safety and workplace procedures, process payments accurately, and work effectively during busy periods. Flexibility for early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays is important, as is a polished, professional presentation and the ability to work cooperatively in a multicultural team.

About the employer

Qantas Lounges by Accor combines Qantas’s premium airport experience with Accor’s international hospitality expertise. The partnership operates and supports hospitality services in selected Qantas lounges, including facilities at Sydney Airport. Lounge teams look after eligible travellers before departure by providing food and beverages, comfortable spaces, attentive service and a consistently high standard of guest care. Accor is one of the world’s largest hospitality groups, with brands ranging from economy accommodation to luxury hotels and extensive food, beverage and lifestyle operations. Working in a Qantas lounge offers exposure to a fast-paced airport environment, international guests and service standards shaped by two well-known travel and hospitality organisations. Employees are generally expected to demonstrate teamwork, professionalism, reliability and a strong focus on safety, presentation and customer satisfaction.

Working in Australia

Australia offers hospitality opportunities in hotels, airport lounges, restaurants, resorts, cafés and event venues, especially in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and tourist areas. The culture is generally informal, diverse and friendly, while workplaces value punctuality, safety, teamwork and clear communication. Lifestyle varies from busy city living to relaxed coastal communities, with excellent beaches, outdoor activities and multicultural food scenes. Sydney has strong employment prospects but high rent and living costs, so securing accommodation and budgeting carefully are important. International workers may use the Working Holiday Maker program through visa subclasses 417 or 462, subject to nationality, age and eligibility rules. Employer-sponsored options may be available for certain skilled roles, although entry-level hospitality sponsorship is less common. A valid Australian work right, tax file number, bank account and RSA certification are usually needed for bartending. Check official Australian Government immigration information before relocating.