Administration & Reconciliation Assistant

The Castle Tavern | Edwardstown, SA Employment Type: Casual or Permanent Part-Time – flexible for the right applicant

Classification: Hospitality Industry (General) Award – Level 4

Hours: Predominantly daytime shifts, commencing at 6:00 am

Opportunity: Additional bistro hours available, with potential for the role to grow The Castle Tavern is seeking a highly organised, reliable and motivated individual to join our team as an Administration & Reconciliation Assistant, with the opportunity to undertake additional hours in a bistro lunch-service role.

This position is ideally suited to someone who enjoys working independently, is exceptionally accurate and organised, and is equally comfortable managing administrative responsibilities and delivering excellent customer service.

Working directly with the Venue Manager, your core responsibility will be the daily administration and financial reconciliation of the venue, with the opportunity to transition into a front-of-house role for additional hours.

While the additional bistro hours are negotiable, a confident, approachable and customer-focused manner is essential. As part of a busy hospitality venue, you'll need to communicate comfortably with customers, suppliers, colleagues and company directors alike, and be willing to lend a hand when needed.

We believe great hospitality is everyone's responsibility, regardless of their primary role. Whether it's welcoming a guest, assisting a waiting customer or simply recognising where help is needed, we value people who show initiative and understand the importance of working together.

And if that occasionally means making a coffee or pouring a beer, don't worry – we're more than happy to teach you those skills if needed!

The Role

Administration | Approximately 15–20 hours per week

6:00 am commencement

- Completing daily cash reconciliation of venue sales and gaming operations, including preparation of banking
- Processing invoices, data entry, filing and maintaining accurate records
- Working with our H&L; POS system and associated administrative processes
- Identifying and investigating reconciliation discrepancies
- General office administration and support to the Venue Manager




- Ensuring daily administrative tasks are completed accurately, efficiently and within required timeframes

Bistro | Approximately 10–15 additional hours per week (optional)

- Preparing the venue for daily operation, including till preparation, bar setup and ensuring presentation standards are consistently maintained
- Identifying and reporting operational & presentation issues to the Venue Manager
- Taking customer orders, preparing beverages and providing friendly, attentive service
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, presentation and organisation throughout each shift
- Supporting the smooth and efficient operation of daily bistro service
- Taking pride in the presentation of the department and the overall customer experience

About You

We're looking for someone who is dependable, organised, proactive and takes genuine pride in their work. The successful applicant will demonstrate:

- Excellent organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Punctuality, reliability and the ability to consistently commence work at 6:00 am
- Saturday morning availability is essential as they would be part of the regular administration roster
- Confidence using computers, Microsoft Office and general administrative systems
- Previous experience with cash reconciliation, invoicing or financial administration
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a genuine commitment to customer service
- Initiative, sound judgement and the ability to work independently without constant supervision
- A professional approach, robust work ethic and willingness to contribute across the venue
- Discretion and integrity when handling confidential business information
- A positive, team-focused attitude and a willingness to assist wherever needed
- Genuine pride in their work and a commitment to maintaining high standards





Previous experience in hospitality administration, hotel operations or a similar environment will be highly regarded. Experience with H&L; POS would be advantageous, however training will be provided.

A current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate is required, can be obtained on offer of the role

What We Offer

- Casual or Permanent Part-Time employment, depending on the successful applicant's preferences and suitability
- Predominantly daytime hours with a consistent early morning administration roster
- Level 4 remuneration – casual base rate of $36.81 per hour, plus applicable penalty rates
- A varied and rewarding role combining administration and hospitality
- A supportive and professional working environment
- The opportunity to take ownership of your responsibilities and make a meaningful contribution to the venue
- Training, development and opportunities for additional responsibility as the role evolves

Why Join The Castle Tavern?

The Castle Tavern is an established local hotel committed to providing quality hospitality, excellent customer service and a welcoming environment for our guests. We value people who are dependable, organised, proactive and take genuine pride in what they do.

Our people are important to us, and we believe that commitment, effort and loyalty should be met with the same in return. We're happy to invest in training, development and opportunities for those who demonstrate the initiative and desire to grow.

We're committed to providing a positive, supportive and constructive working environment where our team feels valued, takes pride in their contribution and is encouraged to be the best they can be.

If you're someone who enjoys taking responsibility for your own work, appreciates variety in your day and wants to be part of a team where standards matter, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Now

We are seeking to fill this position promptly, and applicants available for an immediate start are encouraged to apply. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant administration and hospitality experience, along with your availability.

The Castle Tavern

Edwardstown, South Australia

📌 Admin/Reconciliation Assistant (Edwardstown)
🏢 The Castle Tavern
📍 Edwardstown