F&B Service Expert (Summer Placement)

Role summary

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The F&B Service Expert supports restaurant, bar, banquet and room-service operations at The Westin Melbourne during a summer placement. Requirements typically include current hospitality or tourism study, a genuine interest in food and beverage, professional presentation, clear communication and the legal right to work in Australia. Previous customer-service experience is helpful but may not be essential. The successful candidate is expected to welcome guests warmly, take accurate orders, serve food and drinks, maintain hygiene and service standards, process payments, work efficiently during busy periods and cooperate with colleagues across departments. Flexibility for weekends, evenings and public holidays, a positive attitude and a willingness to learn are important.

About the employer

The Westin Melbourne is a premium hotel in the Marriott International portfolio, located near Federation Square, Collins Street and Melbourne’s major cultural and business attractions. Westin hotels focus on guest wellbeing through the brand’s six pillars of wellness: Feel Well, Work Well, Move Well, Eat Well, Sleep Well and Play Well. The Melbourne property provides accommodation, dining, meetings and event services for leisure and business travellers. Food and beverage employees contribute directly to the guest experience by delivering attentive, polished and personalised service. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, operating a broad range of hotel brands across many countries. Team members generally receive structured training, international brand exposure and opportunities to build careers in hospitality, while working within Marriott’s standards for service, safety and inclusion.

Working in Australia

Australia is a large island country with strong employment opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, events, retail and seasonal resort work. Melbourne offers a diverse, multicultural lifestyle, excellent public transport, major sporting and arts events, and a vibrant café and dining culture. Living costs can be high, particularly rent, so shared accommodation and careful budgeting are common for students and placement workers. Visa options depend on nationality and purpose: students may work under their student-visa conditions, while eligible young travellers may use a Working Holiday visa. Employer-sponsored and training visas have separate requirements. Before relocating, arrange appropriate health insurance, a tax file number, local banking and accommodation. Australia uses Australian dollars, and workplace rights, minimum pay and penalty rates are protected by law. Melbourne’s weather is changeable, so practical clothing is useful.