Clerical grade 2; Cook grade 2; Food and beverage attendant grade 3; Fork-lift driver; Front office grade 2; Gardener grade 2; Guest service grade 3; Handyperson; Kitchen attendant grade 3; Leisure attendant grade 2; Storeperson grade 2; Timekeeper/security officer grade 2 — Level 3 Pay Rate 2026
As of 1 July 2026, a Clerical grade 2; Cook grade 2; Food and beverage attendant grade 3; Fork-lift driver; Front office grade 2; Gardener grade 2; Guest service grade 3; Handyperson; Kitchen attendant grade 3; Leisure attendant grade 2; Storeperson grade 2; Timekeeper/security officer grade 2 — Level 3 under the Hospitality Industry (General) Award (MA000009) earns a published minimum of $27.97 an hour ($1,062.90 a week, about $55,420 a year) full-time before tax.
The Hospitality Industry (General) Award covers hotels, pubs, bars, motels, resorts, caterers, casinos and function centres, along with many cafes and reception venues. It applies to the people who keep these places running: food and beverage attendants, bar staff and baristas, kitchen hands, cooks and chefs, front office and reception staff, porters, gaming and leisure attendants, gardeners, security officers and venue managers. The classifications range from an introductory level for new starters through to trade-qualified cooks and supervisory and managerial roles in a hotel. Restaurants and fast food outlets are generally covered by their own separate awards.
Minimum pay rates
| Employment type | Hourly | Weekly | Annual (× 52.14) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time / part-time | $27.97 | $1,062.90 | $55,420 |
| Casual (loading included) | $34.96 | — | — |
Penalty rates
| When | Full-time / part-time | Casual |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinary hours | $27.97 | $34.96 |
| Saturday | $34.96 | $41.96 |
| Sunday | $41.96 | $48.95 |
| Public holiday | $62.93 | $69.93 |
Because venues trade at night and on weekends, higher penalty rates usually apply for work on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, with overtime paid for hours worked beyond the ordinary roster.
Overtime rates
| Overtime | Full-time / part-time |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday - First 2 hours | $41.96 |
| Monday to Friday - After 2 hours | $55.94 |
| Weekends and rostered days off | $55.94 |
| Public holiday | $62.93 |
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Common questions
How much does a Clerical grade 2; Cook grade 2; Food and beverage attendant grade 3; Fork-lift driver; Front office grade 2; Gardener grade 2; Guest service grade 3; Handyperson; Kitchen attendant grade 3; Leisure attendant grade 2; Storeperson grade 2; Timekeeper/security officer grade 2 — Level 3 get paid?
The published minimum for a Clerical grade 2; Cook grade 2; Food and beverage attendant grade 3; Fork-lift driver; Front office grade 2; Gardener grade 2; Guest service grade 3; Handyperson; Kitchen attendant grade 3; Leisure attendant grade 2; Storeperson grade 2; Timekeeper/security officer grade 2 — Level 3 is $27.97 an hour. For a full-time hospitality worker on a standard week that comes to $1,062.90 a week, or about $55,420 a year. These rates took effect on 1 July 2026.
What is the casual rate for this work?
This work attracts a casual loading, which is added on top of the permanent hourly rate. That is why the published casual minimum here is $34.96 an hour. The loading is paid in place of entitlements such as annual and personal leave that permanent staff receive.
What are the weekend and public holiday rates?
Work on the weekend and on public holidays is generally paid at higher penalty rates. Here the published Saturday rate is $34.96 an hour and the Sunday rate is $41.96 an hour, while public holiday work has a published minimum of $62.93 an hour.
Rates current as of 1 July 2026. Source: Fair Work Commission — Modern Awards Pay Database. Last checked .
Source: Fair Work Commission — Modern Awards Pay Database for the Hospitality Industry (General) Award (MA000009).
General information only — not legal, industrial or financial advice. These are the published minimum rates for information. Your modern award or enterprise agreement prevails if there is any inconsistency. Check the official source above or the Fair Work Ombudsman for your situation.