Membership with R&CA ensures businesses remain informed of industry trends and developments, changes in regulation, and offers exclusive deals with suppliers to reduce costs in your business. A membership subscription provides you with a cost effective way to support the core functions of your business. Below is a full list and explanation of benefits & saving available to restaurant, café and caterers.
Why join hospitality's peak body?
FREE IMMIGRATION CONSULTATION
As a special to the members of R&CA, Australia Migrate offer a free consultation for all inquiries no matter how big or small and will spend whatever time it takes for you to understand your best options and strategies for sponsoring overseas staff.
50% OFF OUR POPULAR ‘6 WEEK PATHWAY PROGRAM’ OR ONE MONTH FREE FOR ‘ELITE MASTERMIND PROGRAM’ | UP TO $2,000 VALUE
The *6 Week Pathway Program is designed specifically to give venue owners 6 of the most impactful trainings (including templates) to create more revenue in your venue.
This includes training on social media and marketing, food costing, leadership, freeing up your time as an owner, business mindset and more.
Or, if you qualify for the *Elite Mastermind Program, receive ONE MONTH FREE for the Foodie Coaches 12 month Elite Mastermind program which provides hospitality business owners a proven system to create success in this industry for years to come.
Whether that means straight-up more cash in the till, a business that runs predictably as you take a step back or a brand and books that are ripe for sale.
To accept this exclusive offer simply fill out your details below and choose a time that suits you to talk to one of our coaches so we can explain the program and get you your logins.
To accept this off simply fill in this form and choose a time that suits you to talk to one of our team so we can explain the program and get you your logins.
COMMONWEALTH BANK BUSINESS SUPPORT
Business support every step of the way.
Whether you’re starting, running or growing your business, Commonwealth Bank, a proud partner of R&CA could help you do business your way. R&CA members could benefit from our direct relationship service and a comprehensive range of business solutions tailored to help you achieve your business goals.
To find out how Commonwealth Bank could help you drive your business forward, contact R&CA on 1300 722 878 or email restncat@rca.asn.auand they'll put you in contact with a Commonwealth Bank Relationship Manager.
INSURANCE AUDIT | PROTECTION & POSSIBLE SAVINGS
As the endorsed broker of R&CA, Gallagher offers members a complimentary insurance audit of your business that could result in the proper protection and potential savings. Talk to us to find out more.
R&CA Benchmarking Report | $500
As the peak industry body representing over 47,000 hospitality businesses, the Restaurant & Catering Association is proud to deliver the latest industry insights via its Annual Benchmarking Report.
R&CA IR ADVICE LINE | $2,400
Our Member advice line is standing by to assist you with your industrial relations enquiries.
Call 1300 722 878 NOW!
R&CA Gold Licence | $410 SAVING
Members will be able to obtain a significant discount when obtaining the R&CA Gold Licence accreditation.
R&CA Legal Resources | $3,000
R&CA is here to support members with their legal issues and provide insightful assistance via its online resources hub, which contains templates, guides and other valuable resources.
R&CA TRAINING Resources | $2,000 IN SAVINGS
R&CA offers a suite of training resources to its members which could represent a potential saving in excess of $2,000.
Clear to Work Police Checks - R&CA Member Discount Code
Restaurant & Catering Industry Association, in proud partnership with Clear to Work Police Checking service is excited to provide members with background checks for all your employees, at a discounted rate.
Clear to Work | Hospitality Training
Members will receive significantly discounted pricing for ALL courses.
Upskilled and adequately trained employees are fundamental to good governance of risk and to the success of every workplace. Our online courses are designed to be self-paced and cover a wide range of personal and professional development topics for R&CA Members.
Safe Food Pro Partners | Digital Food Safety and Compliance
Safe Food Pro Partners is Australia’s leading digital food safety compliance platform. Customised to suit your business, we get rid of all the paperwork and automate all critical temperature checks. Members will enjoy special pricing on both software and hardware components.
Restaurant & Catering Industry Association, in proud partnership with Safe Food Pro Partners is excited to provide members special pricing to “go digital” with their food safety compliance.
MALT SHOVEL CREDIT | $200 VALUE IN STOCK
R&CA members GET $200 CREDIT when you place your first order. NO MINIMUM SPEND! Even if you order 1 x case of Malt Shovel (APPROX $50) you will qualify for the $200 Credit. Talk to us to find out more.
HOSPITALITY TRADE SHOW | $150 VALUE
Australia's largest trade exhibition for the foodservice and hospitality industry. R&CA members receive FREE ENTRY to attend the show and experience the diverse and educational seminars. Talk to us to find out more.
HOSPITALITY TRADE SHOW | $150 VALUE
Food Service Australia is an annual Trade-Only event held in May each year. R&CA members receive a FREE ENTRY plus significantly reduced rates for the annual National Restaurant Conference. Talk to us to find out more.
AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE | UP TO $705 IN SAVINGS
Members will have access to discounts for nominations and tickets for the Awards for Excellence.
MENULOG ONLINE FOOD DELIVERY | FROM $7,800 PER YEAR IN SAVINGS
New Menulog Partners
Receive 30 days commission free plus:
- Menulog Delivery Service Offer- At least 9% reduction in standard commission for R&CA members for the life of the contract, no additional fees (including joining / device fees) and no lock in contract
- Menulog Self-Delivery Offer - Reduction of more than 14% commission for the first six months of the Menulog contract (following this restaurants go to the standard rate as this does not vary across the business), no additional fees (including joining / device fees) and no lock in contract
How do I join?
To secure your discounted offer, fill out the form here and we’ll get in touch with you.
Existing Menulog Partners
Menulog will provide a week’s free ‘Promoted Placement’ for any four weeks purchased. That means existing partners will feature at the very top of the Search Results for delivery suburbs selective for free for a week.
Promoted placement is a great way to increase your restaurant’s visibility on Menulog, helping you boost orders and grow your business.
For existing Menulog partners, simply contact your account manager or email accountmanagement@menulog.com to take advantage of the Promoted Placement offer.
Are you a R&CA members who love to discover the best things to do?
Then we encourage you to sign up as Entertainment Merchant Partner and enjoy exclusive access to thousands of unbeatable discounts and things to do in Australia and New Zealand with 2 x free Multi City Membership to the Entertainment App.
Unlock over $20,000 of potential savings on the best restaurant, travel and shopping deals, whilst benefiting from increased exposure for your business.
Hire fast, hire right with viddi
As an R&CA member, you can take advantage of a special introductory offer. Sign up today to receive 25% off your first three months of viddi*.
Plus, with no lock-in period you can enjoy all viddi has to offer and cancel at any time.
Want 30 days free* – plus 5% off your Doshii subscription?
RC&A members get 30 days free* plus an extra 5% off their subscription when they connect a venue with Doshii. Simply provide your membership number to access your discount.
*Offer available to new venues who sign up to Doshii and submit their first app connection request. Free trial is for Main Course plan, with no subscription or order fees during trial period. Change plans or cancel at any time. Doshii may vary or end this offer at any time. For more information visit doshii.com.
YOUR FREE SUBSCRIPTION | SAVE $199
Your FREE subscription keeps you informed about the market & builds your lease negotiation skillsvia access to My Lpc, our FAQ libraries, our market reports and webinars, & our quarterly training events. Stay informed and improve your lease outcomes.
Experience the power of OpenTable. Get more than $1,000 of value in your first 6 months*
Receive a subscription and covers at no cost through the OpenTable diner network for the first month, plus get an upgrade to our premium “Pro” plan for your first 6 months.
TRADE LENDING SPECIAL | UP TO $2,720 IN SAVINGS
Applies to purchases made with the R&CA:
o If customer elects to roll that purchase onto an instalment plan,
*Finstro will cover the first three months interest on that purchase.
EAT NOW PAY LATER | First month FREE
1 month zero transaction fees
o FREE SET UP & ONBOARDING
* Normal fees starting @ 3% per transaction
*Enjoy an average increase of 50% in Transaction Value for dine in customers
HOSPITALITY SPECIFIC & COMPLIANCE TRAINING | UP TO $3,000 SAVINGS
With over 30 Years of experience in the training industry, AFS Group provides over 100 different courses from First Aid to Fire Safety, from Manual Handling to Customer Service. AFS are the preferred training partner for R&CA and we will go above and beyond for their members to keep them compliant.
MAXIMISE THE 'WIN BACK' and save OVER $398
Exclusive to R&C members new to Now Book It -
Receive 2 months free of charge with a complimentary tutorial on how to maximise the “WinBack” email post dining to increase return covers, reviews and gift card sales.
Plus optional inclusion to Gift a restaurant
RECEIVE A FREE iPAD | UP TO $799 in Savings
Sign up for SevenRooms and we'll give you an iPad to set you up for success! Connect with us here to find out more or sign up.
ONLINE FOOD DELIVERY | Up to $400 IN SAVINGS
Matching your ad spend: If an R&CA member runs an ad promotion between 01-31 August, Uber Eats will match their spend. Once they've signed they will get a confirmation email from us. The credits will be sent in the first week of September.
Waiving of Activation Fees: Any existing R&CA members that join Uber Eats will receive awaived activation fee between now 31st December 2021.
The benefit form Any existing members can use this form to apply for the credits and to sign up to Uber Eats.
Printed Menus & Access Free Training | $600 IN SAVINGS
List 3 Cocktails on your menu and receive 20 Printed Cocktail Menus and Gain Access to Campari Academy for Cocktail Training.
