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Hospitality Workplace Cases

Australian workplace decisions in the hospitality sector — underpayment, award compliance, dismissal, and Fair Work Ombudsman enforcement.

91 hospitality sector cases on file. Ask the AI advisor about your situation — Plus, Pro, and Business members get answers grounded in these decisions.

FWO25 June 2026$33,522

FWO v GCH Vic Park Pty Ltd and the Respondent

FWO-LIT/2025-2026/gch-vic-park-and-jay-patel/2026-06-25

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) commenced litigation against GCH Vic Park Pty Ltd and the Respondent. The case involved non-compliance with a compliance notice. The decision was made on June 25, 2026.

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Border Inn Bacchas Marsh Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1948

the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning a dismissal. The case involved Border Inn Bacchas Marsh Pty Ltd. The Commission noted the application was incomplete and related to a dismissal

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Monkey Magic Bar Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1933

the Applicant, an employee, brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning their dismissal from Monkey Magic Bar Pty Ltd. The Commission's decision, delivered on May 28, 2026, was made by Deputy President

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v The Marlow Family Trust No3

[2026] FWCFB 132

the Applicant worked as a casual chef at several Sydney hotels operated by the Marlow Family Trust No 3. He applied to the Fair Work Commission for an unfair dismissal remedy after being removed from the staff roster. De

FWC25 May 2026

the Applicant v Bbq King Melbourne Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1950

the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Bbq King Melbourne Pty Ltd. The Deputy President Masson dismissed the application under section 399A of the Fair Work Act 2009. The document ind

FWC23 May 2026

Application by Club Macquarie Limited Trading AS Club Macquarie Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1356

Club Macquarie Limited, trading as Club Macquarie Ltd, applied for approval of its employees’ enterprise agreement. The agreement covers employees in the hospitality industry. the Commissioner considered the application.

FWO22 May 2026$5,000

FWO v Serotonin Eatery Exercise Education Pty Ltd

FWO-LIT/2025-2026/serotonin-eatery-exercise-education/2026-05-22

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) took legal action against Serotonin Eatery Exercise Education Pty Ltd. The proceedings related to non-compliance with a compliance notice. Details of the specific breaches are not provided i

FWO7 May 2026$33,600

FWO v Metisse Bar and Restaurant Group Pty Ltd and the Respondent

FWO-LIT/2025-2026/metisse-bar-and-restaurant-group-and-opel-opu-khan/2026-05-07

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) commenced litigation against Metisse Bar and Restaurant Group Pty Ltd and the Respondent. The proceedings related to non-compliance with two compliance notices. Details regarding the specifi

FWC2026

Application by The Star Entertainment Qld Limited Trading AS The Star Gold Coast

[2026] FWCA 1948

The Star Entertainment Qld Limited, trading as The Star Gold Coast, applied for approval of a new enterprise agreement, the 'The Star Gold Coast Enterprise Agreement 2026'. The application was made under section 185 of t

FWC2026

the Applicant v Compass Group B&I Hospitality Services Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 3046

the Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission to challenge his dismissal by Compass Group B&I Hospitality Services Pty Ltd. He filed the application one day outside the standard 21-day period. the Applicant explained

FWC2026

the Applicant v Subs At Bundamba Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2660

the Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission for an unfair dismissal remedy against Subs At Bundamba Pty Ltd. The Respondent raised a jurisdictional objection, claiming they were a small business and the dismissal f

FWC2026

Application by Royal Automobile Club Of Victoria Limited (Racv)

[2026] FWCA 2058

Royal Automobile Club of Victoria Limited (RACV) applied for approval of the RACV Club and Resorts Collective Agreement 2026, which covers RACV and Club Tasmania Holdings Pty Ltd. Several issues were raised with RACV's a

FWC2026

Application by Novotel Vines Resort Trading AS Novotel Vines Resort Swan Valley

[2026] FWCA 2021

Novotel Vines Resort Trading AS Novotel Vines Resort Swan Valley sought approval for The Vines (WA) Pty Ltd Outside Staff Enterprise Agreement 2025, covering outside staff providing gardening services. An initial applica

FWC2026

Application by The Australian Workers' Union (002N)

[2026] FWC 2849

The Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission for a protected action ballot order concerning employees of Compass Group (Australia) Pty Limited. Initially, the Respondent objected, requesting an extended notice perio

FWC2026

the Applicant v Tam Jai Aust Co Outlets Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2736

the Applicant worked as a part-time waitress for Tam Jai Aust Co Outlets Pty Ltd, a hospitality business, starting on January 13, 2025. On February 25, 2026, she had a confrontation with the Operations Manager, during wh

FWC2026

Application by Compass Group (Australia) Pty Ltd Trading AS Compass Group

[2026] FWCA 1660

Compass Group (Australia) Pty Ltd, trading as Compass Group, sought approval for the 'Compass Group - ESS Offshore Oil & Gas and AWU (Offshore Facilities) Greenfields Agreement 2025'. The agreement was made with the Aust

FWC2026

the Applicant v Dominos,T.G.I Friday”s,Moonlight Restaurant,Australia Group Of Hospitality

[2026] FWC 2859

the Applicant lodged an unfair dismissal application against Dominos, T.G.I Friday’s, Moonlight Restaurant, and Australia Group Of Hospitality on April 19, 2026. the Applicant stated they worked for the Respondent betwee

FWC2026

the Applicant v Alh Group Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 3053

the Applicant was dismissed from his employment with ALH Group Pty Ltd (ALH) on June 3, 2026. He filed an unfair dismissal application on June 25, 2026, which was one day late. the Applicant sought to extend the time lim

FWC2026

the Applicant v Darra Carvery Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2983

the Applicant lodged an unfair dismissal application with the Fair Work Commission on July 9, 2026. The application was not accompanied by the required fee or a fee waiver form. The Commission repeatedly contacted the Ap

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Highland Whisky Holdings Pty Ltd & Mr Paul Morley and Another

[2026] FWC 3077

the Applicant worked as a casual bar attendant at Highland Whisky Holdings Pty Ltd's Salamanca Whiskey Bar from March 2026 until May 2026. In May 2026, the Applicant used the company's 'Deputy' system to indicate his una

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Great Northern Hotel (NSW) Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 97

the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Great Northern Hotel (NSW) Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the application had reasonable prospects of success. Deputy Pres

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Sues Dining Group Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 378

the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Sues Dining Group Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the application had reasonable prospects of success. The case number was

FWC30 Dec 2025

Application by Cater Care Australia Operations Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1077

Cater Care Australia Operations Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission. The application concerned a variation of redundancy pay. the Commissioner heard the application. The case relates to the hospitality industry.

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Valor And Pride Hospitality Group Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 205

the Applicant commenced employment with Valor And Pride Hospitality Group Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission was asked to deal with contraventions involving his dismissal. the Deputy President and a Cross DP heard the cas

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Stedmans Hospitality Personnel & Training Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2382

the Applicant commenced employment with Stedmans Hospitality Personnel & Training Pty Ltd on January 21, 2026, and was dismissed on January 30, 2026. She lodged an unfair dismissal application to the Fair Work Commission

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Mantra Hospitality Admin Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2026

the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission. The Commission considered whether the application had reasonable prospects of success. The case involved Mantra Hospitality Admin Pty Ltd. Deputy Presiden

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Iris Group Management Pty Limited

[2026] FWC 2154

the Applicant worked as a casual employee for Iris Group Management Pty Limited from February 2025, resigning on April 5, 2026. He claims his resignation was forced due to the company's failure to properly implement and

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Yeronga Services And Community Club Inc. Trading AS Club Yeronga

[2026] FWC 228

the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning a situation where he felt forced to resign from his position at Yeronga Services and Community Club Inc. trading as Club Yeronga. The Commission

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Birdcage Dining & Garden Bar Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2110

the Applicant commenced employment with Birdcage Dining & Garden Bar Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission heard an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. the Commissioner heard the case. The decision references several

FWC30 Dec 2025

Application by Ventia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1565

Ventia Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission to terminate the Ventia Facilities Management Enterprise Agreement 2019. The agreement covers employees in the hospitality industry. The application was given the case n

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Kaizen Hospitals (Mount District) Pty Limited

[2026] FWC 1672

the Applicant commenced employment with Kaizen Hospitals (Mount District) Pty Limited. The Fair Work Commission heard an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. the Deputy President heard the case.

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Open Door Pub Co. Pty Limited & the Respondent

[2026] FWC 27

the Applicant commenced employment with Open Door Pub Co. Pty Limited, trading as Clare Lodge, in 2023. She worked as a casual bartender. the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning a cont

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v East Bundaberg Sports Club Ltd.

[2026] FWC 147

the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission seeking an unfair dismissal remedy from the East Bundaberg Sports Club Ltd. The Commission initiated the application under section 587(1)(c) of the Fair Wor

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Eat House King Square Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 394

the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Eat House King Square Pty Ltd. The details of the dismissal and the reasons for it are not provided in the available text. Deputy President Bine

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Stamford Inn

[2026] FWC 45

The Applicant commenced an unfair dismissal claim against Stamford Inn. The Fair Work Commission has dismissed the application pursuant to s.587.

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v The Star Sydney Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 65

the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The Fair Work Commission initiated dismissal proceedings against him under section 587, due to a failure to prosecute his initial application. the Depu

FWC30 Dec 2025

Application by the Applicant

[2026] FWC 1621

The Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission for an order to stop bullying. The application concerned a situation where she and the person named in the application were no longer employed. The Fair Work Commission c

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Burringbar District Sports Club Ltd

[2026] FWC 476

the Applicant commenced employment with Burringbar District Sports Club Ltd in 2021. She was dismissed from her role in 2025. the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission seeking an order for unfair d

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Toronto R S L Memorial Club Ltd

[2026] FWC 333

the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission concerning an unfair dismissal. The Toronto R S L Memorial Club Ltd was the respondent. The Deputy President, Easton DP, dismissed the application. The deci

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v The Marlow Family Trust No3

[2026] FWCFB 227

the Applicant, a casual kitchen employee at two venues (Kings Park Tavern and Doonside Hotel) operated by The Marlow Family Trust No3, worked regular shifts since August 2024. On November 14, 2025, he received a text mes

FWC30 Dec 2025

United Workers' Union (108V) v Burswood Resort (Management) Limited Trading AS Crown Perth

[2026] FWC 3261

The Applicant sought clarification on the calculation of redundancy payments for several 'Croupier/Dealer' employees made redundant by the Respondent in April 2026. The employees were dismissed following a consultation p

FWC29 Dec 2025

Application by The Star Pty Ltd Trading As The Star Sydney

[2026] FWCA 1165

The Fair Work Commission considered an application regarding The Star Pty Ltd Trading As The Star Sydney’s Operational Managerial Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement was proposed for approval. The decision was made

FWC28 Nov 2025

[2025] FWC 3302

[2025] FWC 3302

the Applicant was employed as a Bottle Shop Attendant at Beach Hotel Stradbroke Island No.2 Pty Ltd, initially casually from April 2022, and then as a permanent full-time employee from July 2024. She injured her back at

FWO8 July 2025$6,095

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2025-07-11-omalleys-operations-failure-to-comply-media-release

O’Malley’s Operations Pty Ltd, a labour hire company supplying staff to the Royal Hotel Granville, is facing legal action from the Fair Work Ombudsman. This action follows a failure to pay $6,095 in compensation to a for

FWO16 June 2025$220,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2025-06-19-sunshine-coast-frac-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman is conducting inspections of 34 fast food outlets, restaurants, and cafés in Noosa Heads, Noosaville, and Tewantin, Sunshine Coast. The inspections began on June 18, 2025. They aim to check for un

FWO21 Apr 2025$8,667

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2025-04-24-yesilbas-penalty-media-release

Tamer Yesilbas, the former operator of The Dock Lounge bar in Melbourne, has been penalised by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. The penalty relates to breaches of pay slip laws and failure to comply with a Complianc

FWO24 Mar 2025$80,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2025-03-27-newtown-and-enmore-frac-investigations-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman is conducting surprise inspections of 20 fast food outlets, restaurants, and cafés in Newtown and Enmore, Sydney. The inspections began on March 26, 2025. Inspectors are interviewing managers and

FWC25 Feb 2025$4,146

[2025] FWC 150

[2025] FWC 150

the Applicant was dismissed from her role as a restaurant front of house manager at Glenpickle Pty Ltd in September 2024. the Applicant claimed she was told Glenpickle would sponsor her visa and then dismissed after rais

FWC30 Dec 2024

the Applicant v Compass Group Defence Hospitality Services Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 2599

the Applicant commenced employment with Compass Group Defence Hospitality Services Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission received an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The decision references a previous Fair Work Fu

FWC30 Dec 2024

the Applicant v Woods & Co Hospitality Recruitment Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 2991

the Applicant commenced employment with Woods & Co Hospitality Recruitment Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission heard an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The decision references several other cases and documents,

FWC30 Dec 2024

the Applicant v The Trustee For Dadon No. 37 Family Trust

[2025] FWC 3558

the Applicant commenced employment with The Trustee For Dadon No. 37 Family Trust, trading as Northside Fresh, in November 2023. He worked as a kitchen hand. the Applicant claimed he was unfairly dismissed. the Responden

FWC30 Dec 2024

the Applicant v Taverns Of Victoria Proprietary Limited

[2025] FWC 3434

the Applicant commenced employment with Taverns Of Victoria Proprietary Limited in 2021. He was dismissed from his position in 2024. the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission seeking an unfair dism

FWC30 Dec 2024

the Applicant v Salama Tea House

[2025] FWC 3748

the Applicant sought an unfair dismissal remedy from the Fair Work Commission. The case involved Salama Tea House. Deputy President Colman heard the application. The core issue was whether the time limit for lodging the

FWC30 Dec 2024

the Applicant v Doonside Hotel Pty Limited

[2025] FWC 3602

the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the application had reasonable prospects of success. Deputy President Easton was involved in the decision.

FWC30 Dec 2024

Application by O'Brien Group Australia Pty Ltd Trading AS O'Brien Group Australia

[2025] FWC 1814

O'Brien Group Australia Pty Ltd, trading as O'Brien Group, applied to the Fair Work Commission to vary a redundancy pay arrangement. The application relates to an employee who commenced new employment shortly after recei

FWC30 Dec 2024

the Applicant v We Are Gracie Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 3770

the Applicant commenced employment with We Are Gracie Pty Ltd in 2023. The company operates a hospitality business. the Applicant made an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning contraventions involving her di

FWC30 Dec 2024

Application by Cater Care Australia Operations Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 3950

Cater Care Australia Operations Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission to vary a redundancy pay determination. The application relates to an employee’s other employment and the employer’s incapacity to pay. The Fair

FWC30 Dec 2024

the Applicant v The Trustee For Conias Hotel Trust Trading AS Embassy Hotel

[2025] FWC 3313

the Applicant commenced employment with The Trustee For Conias Hotel Trust Trading As Embassy Hotel. He brought an application to deal with contraventions involving dismissal. The Fair Work Commission considered whether

FWC30 Dec 2024

Application by O'Brien Group Australia Pty Ltd Trading AS O'Brien Group Australia

[2025] FWC 1810

O'Brien Group Australia Pty Ltd, trading as O'Brien Group, applied to vary a redundancy pay determination. The company sought to adjust redundancy pay obligations for an employee who obtained acceptable employment. The a

FWC30 Dec 2024

Application by the Applicant

[2025] FWC 1334

The Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission for an order to stop bullying. The application involved an unnamed respondent in the hospitality industry. the Commissioner heard the application.

FWC30 Dec 2024

the Applicant v Glenbourne Investments Pty. Ltd.

[2025] FWC 3416

the Applicant commenced employment with Glenbourne Investments Pty. Ltd. in 2021. The company operates in the hospitality industry. the Applicant was dismissed from his position in November 2025. He subsequently brought

FWC30 Dec 2024

Application by the Applicant

[2025] FWC 3519

The Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission for an order to stop bullying. The application was made after the person previously managing the applicant was no longer in that role. The Commission considered whether t

FWC30 Dec 2024

the Applicant v Compass Group Defence Hospitality Services Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 2495

the Applicant commenced employment with Compass Group Defence Hospitality Services Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission heard an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The decision does not detail the specific reasons

FWC30 Dec 2024

the Applicant v Rainbow Palm Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 3896

the Applicant commenced employment with Rainbow Palm Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission heard an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The decision relates to a case number U2025/8981.

FWO7 Dec 2024$3,932

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-12-10-yesilbas-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Tamer Yesilbas, the former operator of The Dock Lounge bar in Melbourne. An investigation began after a request for assistance from an Italian visa holder who wo

FWO3 Dec 2024$104,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-12-06-melotte-penalty-media-release

the Applicant and her husband operated Hotel Frangos and Café Koukla in Daylesford, Victoria. They deliberately underpaid 97 staff a total of $321,202 between May 2017 and July 2019. The underpaid workers included 15 jun

FCA4 Aug 2024$15,300,000

Fair Work Ombudsman v Sushi Bay Pty Ltd (in liq) (No 3)

[2024] FCA 869

The Sushi Bay group of companies operated sushi restaurants in NSW, the ACT, and the Northern Territory under the director. From February 2016 to January 2020, the companies systematically exploited immigrant workers thr

FWO3 Aug 2024$15,300,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-08-06-sushi-bay-penalty-media-release

The Federal Court imposed record penalties of $15.3 million against the former operators of the Sushi Bay outlets in NSW, Darwin and Canberra after the Fair Work Ombudsman proved they deliberately exploited vulnerable mi

FWO22 June 2024$89,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-06-25-job-ads-crackdown-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has issued 151 infringement notices (fines) to employers since March 2023 for posting job advertisements with illegally low pay rates. One example involved a hospitality business advertising

FWC30 Dec 2023

the Applicant v Pasta Group Pty Ltd

[2024] FWC 3467

the Applicant commenced employment with Pasta Group Pty Ltd. She brought a claim to the Fair Work Commission alleging that she was dismissed. The company argued that the Applicant resigned. The Commission had to determin

FWO28 Oct 2023$164,635

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-10-31-upper-esb-second-penalty-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman took legal action against Upper East Side Bondi Pty Ltd, a former Bondi bar and restaurant, and its former director, Julia Rose Gelonese. This followed a request for assistance from a worker and i

FWO26 June 2023$2,831

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-06-29-niyamat-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against Niyamat Pty Ltd, which operated a café/restaurant called Lillies and Lattes in Stawell, Victoria, and its director, Mathew D’Rozario. The action followed a request f

FWO25 Apr 2023$320,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-04-28-melotte-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the Respondent and the Second Respondent, a married couple who operated Hotel Frangos and Café Koukla in Daylesford, Victoria. They are accused of allegedly unde

FWC30 Dec 2022

Application by Catering Industries NSW Pty Ltd T/A Catering Industries

[2023] FWC 1543

Catering Industries NSW Pty Ltd T/A Catering Industries applied to the Fair Work Commission to vary redundancy pay. The application related to a situation where an employee was made redundant and then subsequently found

FWO17 Dec 2022$17,982

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2022-12-20-hospitality-3564-penalty-media-release

Hospitality 3564 Pty Ltd, operating 'Café 3564' in Echuca, Victoria, and its sole director, David Bowman, have been penalised by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This followed a failure to comply with a Compliance N

FWO29 Nov 2022$50,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2022-12-02-anonymous-reports-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has received over 90,000 anonymous tip-offs since 2016, with nearly 13,000 in 2021-22. These reports help the FWO monitor workplaces and create education resources. One cupcake business was

FWO18 Nov 2022$8,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2022-11-21-dupree-penalty-media-release

Gary Dupree, a part-owner and director of companies operating the Solstice Café Restaurant, Jimmy D’s Bar and Grill, and The Moonah Hotel in Hobart, has been penalised. The Fair Work Ombudsman investigated after Complian

FWO9 Oct 2022$14,400

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2022-10-12-rika-foods-second-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Rika Foods North Melbourne Pty Ltd, which operated a juice and coffee bar in Collingwood, and its director, the Respondent. A worker in her early 20s contacted t

FWO26 June 2022$33,300

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2022-06-29-souvlaki-gr-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against Souvlaki GR Ormond Pty Ltd, Souvlaki GR Thornbury Pty Ltd, and GR St Kilda Pty Ltd, and their sole director, the Respondent. This followed requests for assistance fr

FCA20 June 2022

the Applicant v Namitha Nakul Pty Ltd

[2022] FCA 712

The Applicant and Syed Haider were employed as cooks at two Indian restaurants (Wollongong and Nowra) operated by Namitha Nakul Pty Ltd and managed by director Vaisakh Mohanan Usha. The Applicants worked long hours witho

FWO29 May 2022$33,300

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2022-06-01-tolu-investors-cn-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman is taking legal action against Tolu Investors Pty Ltd and its director, the Respondent, former operators of Spinnakers Brasserie in Gosford, NSW. The action follows a request for assistance from t

FWO21 May 2022$2,640

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2022-05-24-red-lion-penalty-media-release

the Applicant, who operated the Red Lion Brewery bistro in Kilmore, Victoria, faced legal action from the Fair Work Ombudsman. An adult apprentice chef worked at the bistro from October 2019 to March 2020. The Fair Work

FWO8 May 2022$77,922

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2022-05-11-corinthian-capital-penalty-media-release

Corinthian Capital Pty Ltd, formerly operating 'Galangal Award Winning Thai Cuisine' in Mount Hawthorn, Perth, and its sole director, Richard James Trainer, have been penalised by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. Th

FWO10 Apr 2022$33,300

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2022-04-13-martina-corp-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against Martina Corp Pty Ltd, which operates a café called 'Bare Witness' in Rhodes, Sydney. The action followed a request for assistance from a migrant worker employed as a

FWO28 Mar 2022$13,553

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2022-03-31-rs-diners-and-route-45-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against RS Diners Pty Ltd (trading as Bobo’s Diner in Frankston) and Route 45 Pty Ltd (trading as Route 45 Roadhouse in Forest Hill), and their sole director, George Stathak

FWO15 Mar 2022$33,300

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2022-03-18-trickett-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against L Trickett Pty Ltd, which operates 'Café Discovery at Agnes' in Agnes Water, Queensland. The action follows a request for assistance from a young waiter who worked a

FWO6 Mar 2022$29,200

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2022-03-09-welvin-kevin-penalty-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman investigated Welvin and Kevin Pty Ltd, which operates the Salamanca Wharf Café in Hobart. An inspector issued a Compliance Notice in July 2020 after suspecting five workers were underpaid minimum

FWO18 Feb 2022$33,300

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2022-02-21-smart-vision-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against Smart Vision Developments (Qld) Pty Ltd and its director, John Atkinson, former operators of Grand Central Cafe in Townsville, Queensland. The action followed reques

FWO12 Feb 2022$7,985

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2022-02-15-wildernis-cn-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against Wildernis Pty Ltd, which operates Wildernis Cafe and Bar in Palm Beach, Gold Coast. The action follows a request for assistance from a worker who was employed as a c

FCA18 June 2014

Nield v Mathieson

[2014] FCAFC 74

Beth Mathieson worked at Marjorie and Keith Nield's mixed business (milk bar and takeaway) from May 2006 to February 2011. She initially worked as a casual for ~three months with wages paid. From August 2006 she lived on

FCA13 June 2013

Fair Work Ombudsman v Quest South Perth Holdings Pty Ltd (No 2)

[2013] FCA 582

In October 2009, Quest South Perth Holdings (QSP) engaged Contracting Solutions to 'convert' certain employees at a serviced apartment facility in South Perth into independent contractors. Employees including the Applica

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