Fast Food Award pay rates 2026–27
MA000003 · rates as at 1 July 2026 (first full pay period on or after 1 July 2026)
The Fast Food Industry Award covers takeaway food businesses where food is mainly sold to be consumed elsewhere. At Level 1 (most crew), Sunday rates match Saturday rates. These rates apply from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2026.
Level 1 Casual
Fast Food Employee Level 1 (crew). At Level 1, Sunday matches Saturday. Evening rate applies Mon–Fri from 10pm.
| Base (ordinary hours) | $34.76 /hr |
| Saturday | $41.72 /hr |
| Sunday | $41.72 /hr |
| Public holiday | $69.53 /hr |
| Evening (from 10pm) | $37.54 /hr |
Level 1 Full/Part-time
Fast Food Employee Level 1 (permanent staff). At Level 1, Sunday matches Saturday. Evening rate applies Mon–Fri from 10pm.
| Base (ordinary hours) | $27.81 /hr |
| Saturday | $34.76 /hr |
| Sunday | $34.76 /hr |
| Public holiday | $62.57 /hr |
| Evening (from 10pm) | $30.59 /hr |
Junior rates by age
Junior percentages applied to the fast food — level 1 casual figures. The same percentages apply to the other classifications above.
| Age | % of adult | Base /hr | Sat /hr | Sun /hr | PH /hr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 16 | 40% | $13.90 | $16.69 | $16.69 | $27.81 |
| 16 years | 50% | $17.38 | $20.86 | $20.86 | $34.77 |
| 17 years | 60% | $20.86 | $25.03 | $25.03 | $41.72 |
| 18 years | 70% | $24.33 | $29.20 | $29.20 | $48.67 |
| 19 years | 80% | $27.81 | $33.38 | $33.38 | $55.62 |
| 20 years | 90% | $31.28 | $37.55 | $37.55 | $62.58 |
| 21+ (adult) | 100% | $34.76 | $41.72 | $41.72 | $69.53 |
Common questions
What does a fast food worker earn in 2026?
An adult Level 1 casual earns $34.76 per hour for ordinary weekday hours from 1 July 2026, including the 25% casual loading. Full-time and part-time Level 1 staff earn $27.81 per hour.
What are the junior rates under the Fast Food Award?
Under 16 receives 40% of the adult rate, 16-year-olds 50%, 17-year-olds 60%, 18-year-olds 70%, 19-year-olds 80% and 20-year-olds 90%, reaching the adult rate at 21.
What is the evening penalty in fast food?
Hours between 10pm and midnight Monday to Friday attract a 10% loading for permanent staff, with a further loading between midnight and 6am.
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