Employer rate guide · checked 11 October 2026
Cape Town hospitality staff hourly prices.
These are indicative employer charges for each role. Your itemised checkout is the authoritative price for a booking, and you see it before you confirm.
Four-hour minimum shift
No separate booking or service fee
No VAT is charged while HirePro is not VAT-registered
| Role | Indicative employer charge |
|---|---|
| Prep Chef | R55/hr |
| Line Chef | R80/hr |
| Senior Chef | R130/hr |
| Waiter | R120/hr |
| Premium Waiter | R150/hr |
| Runner | R80/hr |
| Host | R95/hr |
| Bartender | R120/hr |
| Premium Bartender | R150/hr |
| Barista | R90/hr |
| Sculler / Cleaner | R55/hr |
| General Event Support | R80/hr |
| Event Manager | R150/hr |
Rates are examples from HirePro's public rate card and can change. Availability is not guaranteed. Staff pay is different from the employer charge; HirePro's margin is included. Cancellation charges are explained in the Terms.
