Trader House is a collection of Melbourne and Brisbane’s most distinctive restaurants, bars and specialty food stores, led by chef, author and columnist Andrew McConnell and photographer Jo McGann. Our Melbourne venues include Gimlet, Côte Basque, Apollo Inn, Cutler, Supernormal, Cumulus Inc., Marion, Builders Arms Hotel, Meatsmith, Morning Market, Stokehouse, Marea Beach House & Bar and Ultramarinos. In Brisbane, you’ll find Supernormal and Bar Miette. Join a team shaping Australia’s hospitality culture across exceptional venues, each with its own identity and a shared commitment to great food, genuine service and memorable experiences. Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to join our team part time, with working days being Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that Trader House employees are paid on time and in accordance with legislative and award guidelines. You will manage and maintain accurate records, handle new employee records, and provide administrative support to the Payroll team.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist in the preparation and processing of weekly timesheets, working closely with Payroll Officers
- Ensure timely and accurate payment of employees in compliance with legislative and award guidelines.
- Manage and maintain up-to-date employee records, including changes in personal details and employee transfers.
- Assist in processing payroll data, including systems data entry and document filing.
- Onboard new employees and ensure all required documentation is completed and recorded accurately.




- Respond to and manage employee payroll-related enquiries in a professional manner.
- Maintain effective internal relationships with other departments and employees.
- Manage employee detail changes and ensure that all updates are reflected accurately in the payroll system.
- Provide administrative support to the payroll team, including receiving, collating, and filing documentation.
- Handle ad hoc payroll-related duties as required in a fast-paced environment. Key

Requirements:

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
- Good communicator with the ability to handle employee inquiries and sensitive payroll information.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
- Previous payroll or administrative experience is preferred, but not essential.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality in handling employee information.
- Experience with payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite beneficial.

What We Offer

- Be part of one of Australia's leading hospitality names.
- Generous staff discounts at all Trader House venues.
- Part time, permanent position within a supportive team environment.
- Opportunities for career growth and development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package. If you are passionate about payroll and ready to contribute to a growing team, we encourage you to apply today To Apply: Please apply with your resume and cover letter addressed to Esther Dalziel, Payroll Compliance Manager. Trader House is an equal-chance employer, and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

📌 Payroll Assistant (Melbourne)
🏢 Trader House
📍 Melbourne