Casual Hospitality Jobs in Melbourne
QuickHire connects Melbourne hospitality workers with venues that need casual staff fast. Whether you're looking for bar work, café shifts, restaurant service, hotel roles or event crew, we list shifts daily across Melbourne CBD, Fitzroy, Collingwood, South Yarra, St Kilda, and Richmond. Employers get AI-ranked applicants within hours — workers apply free in minutes.
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Popular Melbourne Hospitality Roles
Melbourne Hospitality Pay Rates 2026
Approximate casual rates under the Hospitality Industry General Award (HIGA). Rates include 25% casual loading.
| Role | Casual Rate (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Bar Staff | $28–$34/hr casual |
| Barista | $27–$35/hr casual |
| Waiter / Waitress | $26–$32/hr casual |
| Kitchen Hand | $26–$30/hr casual |
| Event Staff | $28–$38/hr casual |
| Cellar Hand | $27–$33/hr casual |
| Hotel Concierge | $28–$36/hr casual |
| Function Coordinator | $32–$42/hr casual |
Source: Fair Work Commission, HIGA 2026. Penalty rates apply on weekends and public holidays. Always verify current award rates at fairwork.gov.au.
How to Get Hired Fast in Melbourne
- →Upload your RSA certificate — Melbourne venues require Responsible Service of Alcohol for any bar or service role. Verified profiles get shortlisted first.
- →Set your suburb availability — Filter shifts by Melbourne suburb (CBD, Fitzroy, St Kilda) so you only see roles you can actually reach.
- →Apply within the first hour — Most Melbourne hospitality shifts fill within 2 hours of posting. Turn on job alerts so you're notified instantly.
- →Write a specific cover note — Mention your experience with Melbourne venues or specific cuisines to stand out from generic applications.