Don't miss our biggest event of the year

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Building Good Work Together on 8/25

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Don't miss our biggest event of the year 〰️ Building Good Work Together on 8/25 Click Here for Tickets

Upcoming Events

Good Work Austin hosts a variety of events that bring together food and beverage professionals, industry supporters, and community members across Austin. From professional development workshops and networking opportunities to fundraising events and community gatherings, our events are designed to support and celebrate the people who make Austin’s food scene thrive.

Whether you work in the industry, own a business, support local restaurants, or simply care about building a stronger and more equitable food system, there’s a place for you at Good Work Austin events.

Here are a few reasons to join us:

  • Learn from industry leaders

  • Gain valuable insights through workshops, panels, and conversations featuring chefs, entrepreneurs, and experts from across the hospitality industry.

  • Build meaningful connections

  • Meet and connect with fellow food and beverage professionals, local business owners, and community supporters at networking and social events.

  • Support Austin’s food community

Please note: Space is limited for many events, so we encourage early registration.

While some events are free and open to the public, others may be reserved for members or include discounted pricing for Good Work Austin members. To learn more about membership benefits, visit Good Work Austin Membership at www.goodworkaustin.org/membership..

  • Cheers to the Nominees: Building Good Work Together Happy Hour

    When: Tuesday, August 11 from 4:30–6:30 PM
    Where:Central Machine Works (4824 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702)

    Join Good Work Austin for an evening of connection and celebration as we recognize this year's Building Good Work Together nominees; hospitality workers, managers, and leaders who have been recognized by their peers for helping make Austin's food and beverage industry stronger.


    Whether you're a worker, GWA member, or simply someone who believes in supporting our local hospitality community, we'd love to see you there. Come celebrate the people building good work, meet others from across the industry, and connect with the community that's making Austin a better place to work.

    We'll have a tab open, so come early to grab a drink and enjoy light snacks on us while they last!

    Building Good Work Together is Good Work Austin's annual celebration recognizing the people and businesses making Austin's hospitality industry a better place to work. Know someone who deserves to be recognized? Nominate them by August 1st, and don't forget to grab your tickets for the celebration!

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  • Shift Notes: Monthly Member Peer to Peer Support

    August Topic: Training and Promoting Staff

    When: Thursday, August 13th from 10:30 - 11:30 AM

    Where: Gati Cafe

    Join us for Shift Notes, GWA’s standing monthly peer-to-peer gathering for member business owners and managers. Hosted by our Leadership Committee. 

    Shift Notes happens every second Thursday of the month and is a space to connect with other hospitality leaders and workers to exchange ideas, and talk through the real challenges of running hospitality businesses in Austin.

    Come for honest conversation, peer support, and collective problem solving with folks who care about building stronger workplaces and a stronger local food and beverage industry. Hope to see you there

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