Hospitality Recruitment in Dunsborough, WA
Dunsborough's premium coastal hospitality scene demands staff who can deliver a polished experience in a relaxed environment. Permanent recruitment is the key to building consistency in a town where seasonal staff come and go.
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Dunsborough sits at the heart of one of Australia's most visited coastal tourism regions, drawing guests who expect the quality of a destination dining experience in a laid-back beachside setting. The town's restaurants, boutique resorts, cellar doors and wine bars attract sophisticated visitors year-round, which means venues need permanent staff who can maintain high standards through peaks and quieter periods alike. Cookatoo is based in Dunsborough and recruits for the South West from the inside. We understand what it takes to attract hospitality professionals who genuinely want to live and work in the region, not just spend a summer here. We place permanent Head Chefs, Restaurant Managers, Bar Managers and Front of House professionals in Dunsborough venues, matching candidates to the culture and pace of each specific operation.
Cookatoo is a Perth-based hospitality recruitment agency founded by someone who has worked the industry from the ground up, starting as a dishwasher in Perth at 16, through to Michelin-starred kitchens in London. Every placement is permanent, and every recommendation is personal.
We don't fill seats. We find people who fit.
The Australian HR Institute found that 68 per cent of hospitality workers leave within their first year. A bad hire costs up to three times the role's annual salary, and key positions in WA sit unfilled for an average of six weeks. Permanent recruitment, done well, solves all three problems at once.
Permanent Only
No temp placements. We build teams that stay.
Industry-Led
Founded by a hospitality professional, not a generalist recruiter.
No Placement, No Fee
You only pay when we find the right person.
WA-Based
Local knowledge, state-wide reach.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does hospitality recruitment cost in Dunsborough?+
Cookatoo operates on a no placement, no payment model. You only pay a fee when we successfully place a candidate in your role. There are no upfront costs or retainers.
How long does it take to find hospitality staff in Dunsborough?+
Most placements are completed within 2–4 weeks of taking a brief. For senior or specialist roles the process may take 4–6 weeks. We present a curated shortlist rather than bulk CVs, so you spend less time screening.
What hospitality roles do you recruit for in Dunsborough?+
We recruit across all senior hospitality roles including Head Chef, Sous Chef, Restaurant Manager, Front of House Manager, Bar Manager, Barista, Food & Beverage Manager, Sommelier and more. All placements are permanent.
What happens if a placement doesn't work out?+
Cookatoo offers a rebate period on all placements. If a placed candidate leaves within the rebate window, we will conduct a replacement search at no additional cost.
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