Who are we
With a rich history dating back to 1814, the heritage building on the corner of Argyle and Macquarie has been a cornerstone of the Hobart community for generations. Its role has continually adapted to meet the needs and expectations of the local community, including its evolution from the city's first post office into a beloved pub in 1851. Throughout this rich history, it has remained an integral part of the community's fabric – the place to meet and, more recently, to dine.
As we embark on this new chapter, our commitment is to respect the heritage of this pub and uphold its legacy as a welcoming gathering place for all. Our ethos centres around a thoughtfully curated food and beverage offering that caters to both traditional and diverse tastes at affordable prices. Our menu and bar will feature local produce sourced through ongoing collaborations with supply partners, allowing us to bring you the best in contemporary modern Australian pub fare.
The positions
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Front of House Staff with a passion for great food, wine and people whilst delivering an amazing customer experience, the essence of "Hospitality".
The right candidate is out-going, charismatic with plenty of personality, has great communication skills and is passionate about customer service and the incredible produce and culture of Tasmania.
What you'll get to do
* Create a positive guest experience and deliver a high level of service
* Creating "WOW" moments in service and leadership
* A genuine interest local produce and local events
* Ensure efficient restaurant operation
* Manage bookings and balance seat capacity
* Daily booking management and reconciliation
* Leading, training and mentoring the team
* Implement appropriate strategies to resolve adverse trends and improve sales
What you need
* Ideally you'll have experience in the restaurant or bar industry ideally within Tasmania
* RSA is essential and ideally a food handling certificate
* Excellent communication skills and team leading skills
* Outstanding service focus
* Strong food and wine knowledge particularly of local Tasmanian produce
The pub will be opening in September and you will receive extensive training on our wine list, menu and operations prior to opening. Service will be lunch and dinner with average shifts around 6 hours. The property will be open most days midday to 10pm, Thursday to Saturday until midnight, Sunday is lunch service only (these times are approx. only, they may change as per the requirements of the pub).
We are also looking for Supervisors, Bar Manager, Restaurant Manager and Kitchen staff including
* Sous Chef
* Chef de Partie
* Commis Chef
This is your chance to be part of something special—where historical significance meets modern hospitality and incredible produce. We're looking for enthusiastic locals who love great food, quality drinks, and exceptional service.
Why join the team at HTH?
* Be part of a brand-new chapter in an historic Hobart venue with over 200 years of community heritage
* Work in a friendly, supportive team environment
* Flexible shifts and competitive pay
* Opportunity for career growth in a fresh, exciting venture with national organisation
* Many other benefits including retail discounts
If you're interested in joining our team, we'd love to hear from you