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Bartender
Role summary
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The Bartender prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages while delivering friendly, efficient service to hotel guests. Requirements typically include previous bar or hospitality experience, sound knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine and responsible service practices, strong communication skills, and an Australian Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a clean and well-stocked bar, process orders and payments accurately, follow health and safety standards, support the wider food and beverage team, and remain professional during busy periods. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays is important. A positive attitude, attention to detail and willingness to create memorable guest experiences are highly valued.
Can I work in Australia?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
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 leading global hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and residences across many well-known brands, including Sofitel, Pullman, Novotel, Mercure, ibis and Fairmont. The company manages properties in more than 100 countries and offers accommodation, dining, meetings, wellness and lifestyle experiences. Accor places strong emphasis on guest service, inclusion, professional development and responsible business practices. Its Australian portfolio includes city hotels, regional properties and coastal resorts, providing opportunities across food and beverage, rooms, events and hotel operations. The advertised role is associated with Accor’s Noosa area operations in Queensland, a popular tourism destination known for beaches, national parks, restaurants and a relaxed resort atmosphere. Employment conditions, benefits and training can vary according to the specific hotel, brand and applicable Australian workplace agreements.