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Surlys American Tavern

Hospitality Various roles - FOH & BOH staff

Hospitality & Tourism / Waiting Staff

Posted 12/06/2026
Closes 26/06/2026

Aberglasslyn, 2320, Maitland, New South Wales

Casual

Not specified

SURLY'S BBQ & SPORTS BAR IS COMING TO NEWCASTLE

Surly's - Founding Team Recruitment

 

Surly's is expanding!

 After more than 10 years operating as one of Sydney's most recognisable venues, we're bringing American BBQ, a dive bar atmosphere, live music and a loud sports culture to Newcastle - and we're looking for a founding team.

 Surly's Newcastle is currently in pre-opening phase, with a planned opening in the coming months. We are now building our operational team ahead of launch to ensure we open strong and establish a great culture from day one.

 

Surly's will be the perfect work environment for fans of: 

  • Low & slow smoked meats

  • Cold beers

  • Delicious cocktails

  • Big screens

  • Live sport

  • Country & rock music

  • High-energy service

  • A team culture built on accountability and backing each other

 

This is not just another hospitality job. We're looking for people who want to help build something properly from the ground up.

 

ROLES WE ARE HIRING

We are looking for reliable confident personalities with strong work ethics that takes pride in their work and can handle a fast-paced environment, whilst providing great customer service,and genuinely engage with guests.

Front of House Team

  • Bartenders

  • Floor staff

  • Supervisors.

  Back of House Team

  • Line cooks

  • Prep chefs

  • Kitchen hands.


 Why Join Surly's? 

  • Established hospitality group with expansion plans

  • Clear leadership structure and support

  • Growth opportunities as the business grows

  • Performance-focused environment

  • Team-first culture

 

We're building a venue that wants to win - both commercially and culturally - and become a Newcastle institution for years to come.

 If you're ready to be part of Newcastle's next great venue, we'd love to hear from you.

 Please submit your resume and specify the role you are applying for.

 

Applications to:

 Joel Ervin

joe•@surlys.com.au

Surly’s Newcastle Venue Manager

Applications open to:

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