where Sydney's best venues find reliable people
Browse pre-screened hospitality professionals with verified reliability scores. Connect directly — no middleman, no markup on wages. Inner West specialist.
Trusted across Newtown · Marrickville · Enmore · Balmain · Rozelle · Leichhardt · Drummoyne · Stanmore
For Venues
Post roles, browse psychology-screened candidates, hire directly. From $99 per introduction.
Find CandidatesFor Professionals
Create your free profile, earn your Reliability Score, get discovered by premium venues.
Join FreeA Smarter Way to Staff Your Venue
No agencies. No hourly markups. Just pre-screened professionals matched to your needs.
Post Your Need
Describe the role, dates, and experience level. Casual cover or permanent hire — both on one platform.
Browse Verified Candidates
Every candidate has a Reliability Score based on our psychology assessment. See ratings, experience, and certificates. You choose who to contact.
Connect & Hire Directly
Message candidates through the platform. Agree on terms directly. You hire them — we just made the introduction.
Rate & Build Your Team
Rate candidates after each engagement. Build a preferred talent pool. Request your favourites for future needs.
For professionals: Create your free profile → Complete our psychology screening → Get matched with premium Inner West venues → Choose opportunities that suit you → Get paid directly by the venue.
Join free →Why Sydney's Venues Are Switching to OCN
60%
of Sydney venues report staff shortages
Source: Broadsheet, 2025
70%+
annual turnover in Australian hospitality
Source: Jobs & Skills Australia
$102B
Australian hospitality market, growing 3.8%/year
Source: Market Research 2024
30-150%
cost of replacing one hospitality employee
Source: ABS Labour Data
Every unfilled shift costs your venue $500-$2,000 in lost revenue. Stop scrambling. Start matching.
Find Your Next Great HireThe Reliability Score™
The hospitality industry's first psychology-based reliability metric.
Every candidate on OCN is assessed using our proprietary structured reliability assessment, designed by our founder, who holds a Master's degree in psychology.
The Reliability Score measures:
- •Dependability & consistency under pressure
- •Communication quality & professionalism
- •Punctuality patterns & commitment signals
- •Cultural adaptability & team fit
Only candidates scoring 75+ join our network. The average on OCN is 84/100.
For venues, this means no more guessing. No more no-shows. No more hoping the person who turns up is actually competent.
"The Reliability Score changed how we hire casuals. We haven't had a no-show since switching to OCN."See How Screening Works
Sarah M.
⭐ Verified ReliableReliability Score
91/100
Excellent
Bartender · 4 years exp · RSA ✓
Availability
Available Fri–Sun evenings
Simple, Transparent Pricing
No hourly markups. No hidden fees. You pay the candidate directly at the rate you agree.
Perfect for occasional needs
- Post your role on the platform
- Browse candidates with Reliability Scores
- 1-3 matched candidates introduced
- Pay only when candidate works
- Standard matching (24-48hrs)
For venues that hire regularly
- Unlimited candidate introductions
- Priority same-day matching
- Build preferred talent pools
- Direct WhatsApp to founder Diego
- Monthly Inner West talent report
- Cancel anytime
For multi-venue or high-volume
- Everything in Priority, plus:
- Dedicated account support
- Exclusive first-access to new candidates
- Bulk permanent placement discounts
- Quarterly venue staffing strategy session
- Custom screening criteria for your brand
Permanent Recruitment
Your next Venue Manager or Head Chef, found in 10-14 days.
(vs 20-28% market average)
Venue Manager · Head Chef · Sous Chef · FOH Manager · Bar Manager
Request a ShortlistAll fees GST inclusive. Introduction fee charged only when candidate completes work. OCN is a marketplace platform — all employment is directly between venue and candidate. No hourly markups. You agree rates directly with the candidate.
OCN is a marketplace platform. Candidates are not employed by OCN. All rates, terms, and conditions are agreed directly between your venue and the candidate.
Your Career. Your Terms. Better Venues.
Join Sydney's only psychology-screened hospitality network. Get discovered by premium Inner West venues. Always free for professionals.
Your Reliability Score Opens Doors
Complete our assessment and earn your Reliability Score — a verified credential that top venues trust. Higher score = better opportunities.
Premium Inner West Venues Only
No random gigs. We work with quality restaurants, bars, and venues across Newtown, Marrickville, Enmore, Balmain, and beyond.
You Set Your Worth
No middleman taking a cut of your pay. Negotiate directly with venues. Typical rates: $30-42/hr + penalty rates under the Hospitality Award.
Choose What Suits You
Browse available opportunities. Accept what works, decline what doesn't. Casual, part-time, or permanent — your choice.
Always Free. Seriously.
No fees, no catches. We charge venues, not you. Ever.
Requirements
- •RSA Certificate (for bar roles)
- •1+ year hospitality experience preferred
- •Available in Inner West Sydney
- •Legal right to work in Australia
screening takes 48-72 hours. we move fast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? We've got answers. If you don't see what you're looking for, reach out directly.