You can! Any hospitality business in Western Australia can use HGT to employ their apprentices or trainees.

HGT is required to pass on all wage subsidy and jobs and State skill incentive payments to host employers.

  • HGT carefully selects suitable apprentices and trainees to the specific requirements of your business.
  • Less paperwork for your business! HGT takes care of the admin of wages, allowances, workers compensation, superannuation, training contracts including TAFE / College and government incentives
  • With HGT, apprentices and businesses will be supported every step of the way, to make sure everything runs smoothly.
  • HGT mediates and solves any workplace issues that may arise.
  • You have the flexibility to meet peak workloads and seasonal variations without the worries of long-term contracts.
  • Your business will have the flexibility to meet peak workloads and seasonal variations without the worry of long-term contracts.
  • You get quality apprentices and trainees with HGT’s proven performance of over 40 years in the industry.

The experienced HGT industry consultants work with apprentices and trainees to monitor their learning progress. They ensure the apprentice or trainee is on track developing the skills needed to be successful in the workplace and to complete their qualification. Our consultants support them on their journey to becoming a fully qualified chef or front of house member.

  • Yes. If you calculate all the hidden costs of employing an apprentice or trainee (including your time and effort) and the experience and expertise that HGT staff bring to the recruitment and ongoing management process, then you’ll find group training delivers excellent value for money.
  • Your business will save in recruitment costs. We provide the placement free of charge.
  • HGT makes sure that you get the right fit for your team and your business needs, with a trial period and interview-based selection process.
  • You only pay wages at applicable award rates. Your business does not pay annual leave, leave loading, sick leave, workers compensation or payroll tax for the apprentice / trainee.
  • You benefit from industry-standard trade training
  • HGT partners with you to ensure you get maximum performance from your apprentice / trainee.

As a host employer it is your responsibility to:

  • Treat the apprentice or trainee as though they are one of your employees. You must provide a safe working environment and ensure safe work practices are adhered to in the workplace.
  • Clearly define the jobs, tasks and roles of the apprentice or trainee, keeping in mind the training needs and supervision that is required.
  • Ensure the supervising staff have the right skills to effectively and safely manage the apprentice / trainee.
  • Communicate well and develop a good working relationship with the trainee / apprentice.
  • Give the trainee/apprentice the opportunity to try new things and progress their skills.
  • Allow time for the apprentice/trainee to practice new skills. Expect mistakes, be patient and remember that Everyone makes mistakes when learning.
  • Motivate, watch, coach, praise and ask questions.
  • Take a personal interest in the trainee / apprentice’s development.
  • Pay invoices promptly.
  • Communicate with us promptly should any issues arise.

Yes. HGT offers the flexibility that direct employment can’t. If your business requirements change and you find the apprentice or trainee is no longer needed, with HGT you can make changes. HGT only requires a minimum of two weeks notice.

You can! Any hospitality business in Western Australia can use HGT to employ their apprentices or trainees.

HGT is required to pass on all wage subsidy and jobs and State skill incentive payments to host employers.

  • HGT carefully selects suitable apprentices and trainees to the specific requirements of your business.
  • Less paperwork for your business! HGT takes care of the admin of wages, allowances, workers compensation, superannuation, training contracts including TAFE / College and government incentives
  • With HGT, apprentices and businesses will be supported every step of the way, to make sure everything runs smoothly.
  • HGT mediates and solves any workplace issues that may arise.
  • You have the flexibility to meet peak workloads and seasonal variations without the worries of long-term contracts.
  • Your business will have the flexibility to meet peak workloads and seasonal variations without the worry of long-term contracts.
  • You get quality apprentices and trainees with HGT’s proven performance of over 40 years in the industry.

The experienced HGT industry consultants work with apprentices and trainees to monitor their learning progress. They ensure the apprentice or trainee is on track developing the skills needed to be successful in the workplace and to complete their qualification. Our consultants support them on their journey to becoming a fully qualified chef or front of house member.

  • Yes. If you calculate all the hidden costs of employing an apprentice or trainee (including your time and effort) and the experience and expertise that HGT staff bring to the recruitment and ongoing management process, then you’ll find group training delivers excellent value for money.
  • Your business will save in recruitment costs. We provide the placement free of charge.
  • HGT makes sure that you get the right fit for your team and your business needs, with a trial period and interview-based selection process.
  • You only pay wages at applicable award rates. Your business does not pay annual leave, leave loading, sick leave, workers compensation or payroll tax for the apprentice / trainee.
  • You benefit from industry-standard trade training
  • HGT partners with you to ensure you get maximum performance from your apprentice / trainee.

As a host employer it is your responsibility to:

  • Treat the apprentice or trainee as though they are one of your employees. You must provide a safe working environment and ensure safe work practices are adhered to in the workplace.
  • Clearly define the jobs, tasks and roles of the apprentice or trainee, keeping in mind the training needs and supervision that is required.
  • Ensure the supervising staff have the right skills to effectively and safely manage the apprentice / trainee.
  • Communicate well and develop a good working relationship with the trainee / apprentice.
  • Give the trainee/apprentice the opportunity to try new things and progress their skills.
  • Allow time for the apprentice/trainee to practice new skills. Expect mistakes, be patient and remember that Everyone makes mistakes when learning.
  • Motivate, watch, coach, praise and ask questions.
  • Take a personal interest in the trainee / apprentice’s development.
  • Pay invoices promptly.
  • Communicate with us promptly should any issues arise.

Yes. HGT offers the flexibility that direct employment can’t. If your business requirements change and you find the apprentice or trainee is no longer needed, with HGT you can make changes. HGT only requires a minimum of two weeks notice.