Finished school and not sure what’s next?
Finished school or taking a gap year? This paid hospitality cadetship in Sydney lets you earn, train, and build skills while keeping uni options open.
Next Gen @ Hunter St. Hospitality
If you’ve finished school and you’re not rushing into uni, you’re not alone. Many young people choose to work, earn money, and build skills before committing to further study.
The challenge is finding a job that gives you structure, training, and real experience, not just shifts.
The Next Gen @ Hunter St. Hospitality program is designed for this exact stage. It’s a six-month, full-time program where Hunter St. Hospitality covers the cost of your training, including your Certificate III in Hospitality, RSA and RCG, and employs you as a full-time employee so you are paid while you learn.
It’s a practical way to build transferable skills, earn a steady income, and keep your options open for future study or a long-term career in hospitality.
Who is Hunter St. Hospitality
- One of Australia’s leading hospitality groups with 40+ venues nationwide
- Well known brands including Rockpool Bar and Grill, Saké Restaurant and Bar, Spice Temple, Fratelli Fresh, Munich Brauhaus, Winghaus and more
- Operates premium dining, casual restaurants and busy CBD venues
- Strong focus on training, development and internal progression
- Many leaders and managers started in entry-level roles
Why hospitality skills transfer to any career
Hospitality builds skills that employers value across almost every industry.
- Clear communication and confidence with people
- Teamwork in fast-paced environments
- Time management and reliability
- Problem solving under pressure
- Professional behaviour and accountability
- Leadership foundations
These skills transfer into careers like business, travel, events, marketing, health, education, management and sales.
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Program FAQs
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The Next Gen Program is a six-month, full-time program where Hunter St. Hospitality employs you as a full-time employee, pays you for every hour you work, and covers the cost of your Certificate III in Hospitality, RSA and RCG. It is designed as a supported entry into working life for young people.
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No experience is required. The program is designed for beginners, with training and support provided throughout.
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The program runs across three Sydney CBD venues: Fratelli Fresh Darling Harbour, Munich Brauhaus and 24 York. You are based at one venue for the duration of the program.
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You will work 38 hours per week across five days. Shifts run between 10am and 10pm and include weekends and busy periods.
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Training includes on-the-job learning and one formal training day per month, alongside completion of the Certificate III in Hospitality.
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Successful cadets are offered ongoing employment and the option to continue training, including progression into Certificate IV and leadership pathways.
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That’s completely fine. Many people use hospitality as a stepping stone. The skills you gain are highly transferable and work well alongside further study. After the program, you can continue working casually or part time while studying or move into another industry with real workplace experience behind you.
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