Food & Beverage Attendant - Garum Restaurant

Role summary

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The Food & Beverage Attendant supports daily service at Garum Restaurant by welcoming guests, taking orders, serving food and beverages, clearing tables and maintaining high presentation and hygiene standards. Candidates should have strong customer-service and communication skills, a professional appearance, attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a busy restaurant. Previous hotel or restaurant experience is advantageous, while knowledge of food, wine and hospitality systems is helpful. The role requires flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate teamwork, reliability, a positive attitude and a genuine commitment to creating memorable guest experiences in line with Westin and Marriott service standards.

About the employer

The Westin Perth is a luxury hotel in Western Australia operated under the Marriott International portfolio. Located near Perth’s central business district, the hotel combines upscale accommodation, restaurants and bars, wellness facilities, meeting spaces and personalised guest services. Garum Restaurant is its signature Italian-inspired dining venue, led by acclaimed chef Guy Grossi and known for fresh ingredients and polished service. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, managing and franchising thousands of hotels and resorts across numerous brands and countries. Employees generally work within structured service standards, training programs and opportunities for career development across the global Marriott network. The Westin brand focuses on wellbeing, quality sleep, healthy dining and energising guest experiences, while encouraging associates to deliver attentive, genuine and professional hospitality.

Working in Australia

Australia offers hospitality opportunities in hotels, restaurants, resorts, cafés and events, particularly in Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, the Gold Coast and regional tourism areas. The culture is generally relaxed, friendly and multicultural, with strong emphasis on personal space, punctuality, workplace safety and fair employment conditions. Lifestyle varies from vibrant city living to beaches, outdoor activities and quieter regional communities. Australia is an island nation rather than a single island, with Tasmania and many smaller islands also offering tourism work. International applicants usually need a suitable visa, such as a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored visa or student visa with work rights. Requirements depend on nationality, age, qualifications and occupation. Relocating involves arranging accommodation, tax and banking details, health insurance where appropriate, and funds for initial expenses. Perth provides excellent beaches, a warm climate and a growing hospitality sector, but housing and transport costs should be researched carefully.