Grill’d has welcomed the Fair Work Commission’s approval of its new Enterprise Agreement, a landmark achievement that positions its team members among the best paid in Australia’s fast-food industry.
The agreement represents a major milestone for Grill’d, its people, and the broader hospitality sector, delivering stronger pay, clearer career progression, and industry-leading benefits that go well beyond the Award.
Grill’d faced a challenging environment through a stalled and drawn-out process to reach approval for this agreement for its teams. Given this, Grill’d proactively provided almost 6 months of backpay, despite the significant cost to the business, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to its people.
Simon Crowe, Founder and Managing Director of Grill’d, said the new deal received overwhelming support, with 83% of voting employees backing the proposal.
“The road to a new Enterprise Agreement has been long and challenging, but our people are our greatest asset. We listened carefully and fought hard to deliver the best possible outcome for our teams,” Crowe said.
“They wanted growth, flexibility, and real benefits, and this agreement delivers all three in spades.”
Under the new Enterprise Agreement, Grill’d team members will receive a significantly higher base pay for both full-time and part-time employees compared to the industry Award, comfortably passing the Better Off Overall Test (BOOT).
The agreement also provides clear career pathways and a range of enhanced benefits designed to support professional growth and work-life balance.
“Our people are the heart of Grill’d, and this agreement is a reflection of their passion, patience, and belief in what we’re building together,” Crowe said. “We’re deeply grateful for their support throughout this process.”
Grill’d remains steadfast in its commitment to be the best place to work in hospitality, ensuring every team member has the opportunity to thrive in an environment built on the company’s core values of Passion, Leadership, Ownership, Trust, and Sustainability.