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Bartender
Role summary
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The Bartender prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, takes guest orders, processes payments, maintains bar presentation and follows responsible service, hygiene and safety standards. Candidates are expected to have hospitality or bar experience, strong communication skills and a friendly, professional manner. Knowledge of cocktails, wine and beer is valuable, while an RSA certificate is generally required in Australia. The role suits someone who can work efficiently during busy service periods, collaborate with the wider food and beverage team, manage stock responsibly and deliver consistently high guest service. Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and public holidays, is typically expected.
Can I work in Australia?
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How it works
How it works: Only Core Skills list jobs (chef, cook, hotel manager) can be sponsored, at AUD 79,423 a year or more; waiters and room attendants are not on the list.
Watch for: The Far North Queensland (Cairns) regional agreement lists waiter, bar and housekeeping supervisors and night auditors, with a pay floor 10% lower.
Official source: Federal Register of Legislation: Core Skills Occupation List for the Skills in Demand visa (Migration (Specification of Occupations, Subclass 482 Visa) Instrument 2024, LIN 24/089, compilation of 7 November 2025). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Australia
Usual for Australia, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Island resorts rent staff a room in a staff village at low cost; city hotels vary |
|---|---|
| Meals | Island resorts: staff dining at low set prices or 20% off; city hotels vary |
| Flights | Varies by employer |
| Service charge | None; tipping is not expected; casuals get 25% extra and weekends earn penalty rates (by law) |
| Contract | Permanent, part-time or casual; probation of up to 6 months is common; sponsored visa up to 4 years |
| Leave | Full-time and part-time: 4 weeks' leave, 10 paid sick days, paid public holidays (by law); casuals none |
| Income tax | Residents: 0% to AUD 18,200, 15% to 45,000, 30% to 135,000, 37% to 190,000, then 45%; plus 2% Medicare levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Accor
Accor is a global hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced residences across more than 100 countries. Its portfolio includes internationally recognised brands such as Sofitel, Novotel, Mercure, ibis, Pullman, Fairmont and Raffles, covering luxury, premium, midscale and economy accommodation. Accor focuses on creating welcoming guest experiences through accommodation, restaurants, bars, events and wellness services. In Australia, the company employs people across metropolitan hotels, regional properties and resort destinations. Employees may access training, career development and opportunities to move between brands and locations through Accor's international network. The organisation promotes teamwork, service excellence, inclusion and responsible business practices. The advertised Bartender position is based in Southbank, Melbourne, and involves supporting the hotel's food and beverage operation while delivering professional service to guests.