# Barcats

> Australia's largest hospitality-specific jobs marketplace and community. A two-sided platform connecting hospitality venues with 220,000+ workers across Australia since 2017. Venues post jobs; workers sign up and apply for free.

## About

- Type: JobBoard
- Category: Hospitality Recruitment
- Language: en-AU
- Audience: Hospitality venue operators (employers) and hospitality workers (job seekers)
- Coverage: All major Australian cities (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Hobart, Canberra, Darwin) and New Zealand
- Founded: 2017
- Registered workers: 220,000+
- Lifetime venues: 25,000+
- New members: 1,500+ hospitality workers join per month
- Industry partners: Diageo, Nestle Professional, Kagome, CHR Training, Sadie AI
- Community: Chef Exchange groups with 75,000+ members
- Parent company: OnTheMonee (hospitality fintech)
- Canonical URL: https://www.barcats.com.au
- Last Updated: 2026-04-06

## For Employers

Barcats replaces recruitment agencies and generalist job boards with a hospitality-only hiring platform. Venues post jobs directly and access Australia's largest pool of hospitality-specific talent. No agency fees, no contracts, no ongoing costs beyond the job listing.

- [Post Jobs and Pricing](https://www.barcats.com.au/venues): PAYG and subscription plans for venues
- [FAQ for Venues](https://www.barcats.com.au/faq): How hiring works, cancellations, refunds, obligations
- [About Barcats](https://www.barcats.com.au/about-us): Company background, founding story, platform scale

### Pricing (AUD)

- PAYG job posts: $99 to $285 per listing (no contract)
- Quarterly subscriptions: $645 to $1,755 per quarter
- Rockstar one-off shifts: $99 per shift (money-back guarantee, typically filled in under one hour)
- No placement fees, no agency commissions
- Workers sign up and apply for free

### How It Works for Venues

1. Create a free venue account
2. Post a job or request a Rockstar shift
3. Browse and filter candidates from 220,000+ registered hospitality workers
4. Hire and pay staff directly (Barcats is not an agency and does not handle payroll)

## For Workers

Barcats is free for hospitality workers. Search and apply for bar, restaurant, cafe, hotel, club, and event jobs across Australia. Access free training, industry events, rewards, and a professional community.

- [Find Hospitality Jobs](https://www.barcats.com.au): Browse jobs by city, role, and venue type
- [Training](https://www.barcats.com.au/training): Free hospitality training courses and certifications
- [Rewards and Offers](https://www.barcats.com.au/offers-rewards): Exclusive deals for Barcats members
- [Community](https://www.barcats.com.au/community-pages/community): Connect with other hospitality professionals

## Key Differentiators

- Hospitality-only: Every listing is a bar, restaurant, cafe, hotel, club, or event role. No generalist noise.
- Direct hire: Venues hire and manage staff directly. Barcats is a marketplace, not a staffing agency.
- Price advantage: Job posts from $99 versus $1,000+ on generalist platforms like SEEK.
- Rockstar shifts: Urgent casual shifts filled in under one hour with a money-back guarantee.
- Community and education: Free training, Chef Exchange groups (75,000+ members), industry events, and resources for both venues and workers.
- Industry partnerships: Collaborations with Diageo, Nestle Professional, and other major hospitality brands.

## Frequently Asked Questions

- How much does it cost to post a hospitality job on Barcats? PAYG listings start at $99. Quarterly subscriptions range from $645 to $1,755. There are no placement fees or agency commissions.
- Is Barcats free for workers? Yes. Hospitality workers sign up, create a profile, and apply for jobs at no cost.
- How quickly can I fill a position? Standard job posts attract applications within hours. Rockstar one-off shifts are typically filled in under one hour.
- What types of hospitality roles can I hire through Barcats? Bartenders, chefs, waitstaff, baristas, kitchen hands, hotel staff, event staff, sommeliers, restaurant managers, and all other hospitality roles.
- Does Barcats operate outside Australia? Barcats covers all major Australian cities and has a presence in New Zealand.
- What is Chef Exchange? Chef Exchange is a community of 75,000+ hospitality professionals in Facebook groups, run by Barcats. It is one of the largest hospitality communities in Australia.

## Contact

- Website: https://www.barcats.com.au
- Contact page: https://www.barcats.com.au/contact-us
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barcats.com.au
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barcats_community/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/barcatsptyltd/

## Optional

- [Technology](https://www.barcats.com.au/technology): Platform features and smart matching
- [Refunds](https://www.barcats.com.au/refunds): Refund policy
- [Terms](https://www.barcats.com.au/terms-and-conditions): Terms and conditions
- [Privacy](https://www.barcats.com.au/privacy): Privacy policy