Hospitality Jobs in Perth, WA
Perth's hospitality scene is one of Australia's most dynamic, and Cookatoo is at the heart of it. We place experienced hospitality professionals in permanent senior roles across Perth's finest restaurants, hotels, bars and cafés, from the CBD to the inner suburbs.
Submit Your ApplicationFinding a Permanent Role in Perth
If you're an experienced hospitality professional looking for your next permanent role in Perth, we want to hear from you. We recruit across all Perth metro areas and only present candidates we'd genuinely back.
Hospitality jobs in Perth
In 2026, permanent hospitality salaries in Perth and South West WA run from around $54,000 for an entry level barista to $135,000 for a head chef at a large hotel or group, with most experienced mid career roles, such as sous chef, restaurant manager and bar manager, landing between $65,000 and $95,000 a year.
Chefs and pastrycooks are rated a regional shortage in Western Australia and cooks a shortage in every state and territory, so experienced candidates in Perth have options. Ask about progression, rostering and days off, and the whole package, not only base pay.
Read the Perth hospitality salary benchmarks 2026
Permanent roles only. Cookatoo exclusively places people in permanent positions. We don't do casual or temp work. We find the right fit for the long term.
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Permanent Only
Every role we fill is a long-term position.
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Every application is personally reviewed by our team.
WA-Based
Deep local knowledge across Perth and the South West.
Hospitality Jobs in Perth: What to Expect
Cookatoo regularly places permanent hospitality professionals in Perth. We connect experienced candidates with the venues in the area that are worth working for, and we know the local market well enough to tell the difference.
Hospitality employment in Perth spans a wide range of venue types and service styles. Our knowledge of the local market goes beyond what you find in a job listing. We know which venues invest in their people, which teams have strong cultures, and what each operator genuinely values in a candidate.
Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a Cookatoo recruiter. If there is a current vacancy in Perth that matches your profile, we will reach out directly. If there is not an immediate fit, we keep your details on file. We only place permanent roles, and we only represent candidates we would genuinely recommend to a client.
How Cookatoo Works for Candidates
Submit Your Application
Fill out the form on our candidates page. Include your CV, a passion statement, and anything that shows your craft: photos, Instagram, certifications.
Interview with a Cookatoo Recruiter
If there's a fit, a Cookatoo recruiter will reach out personally for a conversation about your experience, goals and what the ideal role looks like for you.
Matched to the Right Role
When a client role matches your profile, including your pay expectations and whether you're after full time or part time work, you'll be presented as part of a curated shortlist, never a bulk CV drop. You'll always know before we present you.
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