Food & Beverage Attendant

Job Description

The Food & Beverage Attendant supports restaurant, bar, banquet and room-service operations by welcoming guests, taking orders, serving food and drinks, processing payments, clearing tables and maintaining clean, well-presented service areas. Candidates should have strong customer-service and communication skills, a professional attitude and the ability to work efficiently in a busy hospitality environment. Previous food-and-beverage experience is advantageous, although training may be provided. The role requires flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays, along with good attention to detail, teamwork and a commitment to responsible service and guest satisfaction.

Company Info

Mercure Alice Springs Resort is an Accor property located in the Northern Territory, close to the centre of Alice Springs and the region’s famous Red Centre attractions. The resort offers accommodation, dining, events and leisure facilities for business travellers, holidaymakers, tour groups and local guests. As part of Accor, one of the world’s largest hospitality groups, the hotel operates within an international network of brands and provides opportunities to develop hospitality skills and progress across different properties. The resort’s setting supports tourism focused on Indigenous culture, outback experiences, nature and adventure. Employees are expected to deliver warm, professional service while working collaboratively in a multicultural environment. Benefits may include staff discounts, training, career development and access to Accor’s broader employment network, subject to the specific position and local employment conditions.

Destination Guide

Australia offers hospitality opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, cafes, bars, events and tourism, especially in regional destinations such as Alice Springs, Cairns, Darwin, Perth and coastal Queensland. The culture is generally informal, friendly and multicultural, with strong expectations around punctuality, workplace safety, customer service and responsible alcohol service. Alice Springs provides an outback lifestyle with dramatic landscapes, Indigenous cultural experiences and outdoor activities, although it is remote and has a hot, dry climate. Living costs and transport access vary, so accommodation and budgeting should be arranged carefully. Overseas workers may need an appropriate visa, such as a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored visa or another work-authorised pathway. Visa conditions differ by nationality and occupation; applicants should check current requirements with the Australian Department of Home Affairs before accepting employment. Relocation usually requires a tax file number, bank account, Australian mobile service and suitable housing.