About us

HQ Group’s (Arbory Bar & Eatery, HER, Straight Up Cocktails) annual pop-up bar and eatery AFLOAT, is back to grace Melbourne's CBD from August through to June.

Nestled on the North side of ‘Birrarung’, AFLOAT transforms each year with current fit-out and theme, drawing inspiration from our favourite international holiday destinations.

Season 11’s re-launch will feel like a familiar but new addition to Melbourne’s summer social scene; with the venue’s interior, design, food & beverage offering, music & entertainment program and a reminder that the good times are right around the corner.

What we are looking for
Wait staff customer focussed, you will take care of our guests, small and large groups and ensure all their food & beverage needs are met
Bar staff the bar is your domain, serving tap beers, house batched cocktails on tap and everything in between. Be friendly, organised and systems orientated
Hosts you are our guests first point of contact, welcoming, approachable, focussed, and solutions orientated
Barbacks you are the bartenders best friend, collecting glassware and bottles, cleaning, restocking and making sure the bar is tidy, and free from rubbish

About you
Energetic, skilled,



and fun people who love Hospitality
Customer focussed, can do attitude, positive and friendly
Can maintain our standards and be proud of your work
Ability to take direction, demonstrate initiative and work as a team
Flexibility to work a rotating roster including weekends and public holidays

What can we offer you
A culture that embraces fun, professionalism and teamwork
A supportive and approachable Management team
Dedicated Hospitality training and development
Branded uniform provided
Generous staff discount across our venues
Multiple transport options with trains and trams on our doorstep
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – a free & confidential wellbeing support service

While we take the time to review all applications, only those suitable will be contacted for an interview.

HQ Group provides equal employment chance to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, equal orientation, gender identity or expression.

📌 Front Of House Melbourne
🏢 Arbory Bar & Eatery
📍 Melbourne