How to Find a Hospitality Job in Australia

Australia is one of the best places for life and work. It is known for friendly people, a simple lifestyle, and casual living. The country is also known for its strong hospitality industry with different job opportunities. However, it also comes with considerable competition during the application procedure. You also need to take care of the legal and administrative steps before getting a job. Keep in mind that you also need a TFN (Tax File Number) before starting a job in Australia. Be sure to check additional steps and secure your position as soon as possible.

Obtain your visa

Before stepping into the job market in Australia, you need to obtain a work Visa. If you want to work full-time in the country, you need to have a work visa and a permanent residency.  Part-time positions are available if you have a student visa. Those who have tourist visas will not be able to work in Australia. That’s why need to familiarize yourself with all these differences and obtain the right visa before applying for the job.

Estimate your work experience and accentuate your talents and skills

If you already have some experience and skills in the hospitality sector, you will have more chances to find a working position in Australia. Assess your skills before submitting an application and accentuate your talents. Make sure to introduce all qualities in Australian CV and adapt it to the local market. This is a very important part of the process as you need to leave a positive impression from the first moment.

Casino Industry Jobs in Australia

Looking for Casino Jobs in Australia

Finding your career path in the casino industry may be challenging, but it brings a lot of benefits. People interested in the gambling industry have plenty of job opportunities. For example, you can work in an online casino or land-based venue. On the other hand, you can find a position in a software company such as NetEnt and Microgaming. These are jobs connected with design, sound, and animation.  In addition to it, you will find many licensing companies and those responsible for regulation.

Casino companies post jobs on typical portals such as Monster or LinkedIn. You can also visit the official site of the provider and check the job listings. One is sure – casinos are always looking for a workforce. It is only a question of whether they hire for the position you are qualified for.

Obtain an RSA certificate

If you are looking for the positions in bar or security sphere, you should complete the training – Responsible for Service of Alcohol (also known as an RSA certificate). You can also receive an RSA certificate by completing a half-day course. It is also possible to obtain other certificates such as the RSG (Responsible for Service of Gambling) if you are looking for a job in the casino. To learn more about available certificates in Australia, just join a workshop “How to find a hospitality job in Sydney”, occurring every month.

Make Connections

While looking for the right job opportunity, you should join different groups of ex-pat workers, backpackers, and students, and get more information about the local market. It will also open an opportunity for additional contacts in the industry. Check online forums, visit workshops and others events prepared by reputable business organizations.

Improve English

When looking for a job in Australia, you need to enhance both oral and writing English skills. People across the continent have different accents and you may have problems with understanding. Just practice and you will improve your English fluency. You can also look for some restaurants or places that attract people from your native country.  Don’t be shy to ask for a job and take an opportunity to master your language skills. It is also possible to attend English private classes after arriving in Australia. There are also many online courses that will support you in the learning process.

Move to Right Location

If you have made a plan to move to Australia, you want to live in an area where you can find an adequate job without making great efforts. The general rule is clear – more positions are available in major cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane than in the regional part of the country. However, this is not always the case and you should prepare yourself for all possibilities. Have in mind that Australia has a shortage of hospitality staff in the Western part of the country which could be your opportunity!

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