Beverage & Food Attendant

Role summary

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The Beverage & Food Attendant serves guests in the hotel’s restaurants, bars, lounges, or events areas. Requirements typically include a friendly and professional manner, strong communication skills, attention to detail, reliable teamwork, and the ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Previous hospitality or food-and-beverage experience is helpful, although training may be provided. Candidates are expected to take orders accurately, deliver food and beverages promptly, maintain clean and safe service areas, process payments, follow food-safety and responsible-service procedures, and create a welcoming guest experience. In Queensland, responsible service of alcohol certification may be required for duties involving alcohol.

About the employer

Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, operating thousands of hotels and resorts across numerous countries and territories. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Marriott Hotels, Sheraton, Westin, Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, W Hotels, and many others. W Brisbane is part of the company’s luxury W Hotels brand and offers contemporary accommodation, dining, nightlife, events, and wellness experiences in Brisbane’s city centre. W Hotels is known for modern design, energetic service, music, and a strong lifestyle focus. Marriott places emphasis on guest satisfaction, inclusion, professional development, teamwork, and consistent service standards. Employees may also access Marriott’s global benefits and associate travel programs, subject to eligibility and local employment conditions.

Working in Australia

Australia offers hospitality opportunities in major cities, coastal resorts, regional hotels, restaurants, bars, and event venues. Brisbane has a warm subtropical climate, an active dining and arts scene, and a generally relaxed but professional culture. Workplaces value punctuality, teamwork, friendly communication, workplace safety, and responsible service. Lifestyle costs vary, with rent and transport usually higher in central areas. International applicants need the correct work rights, such as a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored visa, or another eligible visa; conditions and age limits vary, so check the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Relocating to Brisbane typically requires arranging accommodation, a tax file number, an Australian bank account, and health insurance where appropriate. Public transport is reliable, and nearby beaches, islands, national parks, and the Gold Coast provide excellent leisure options.