Food & Beverage Attendant

Role summary

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The Food & Beverage Attendant supports restaurant, bar and banquet operations by welcoming guests, taking orders, serving food and drinks, clearing tables and processing payments. Candidates should have customer service experience, good communication skills and a professional, positive attitude. Hospitality or bar-service experience is advantageous, while responsible service of alcohol certification may be required for applicable duties. The role requires attention to detail, personal presentation, teamwork and the ability to remain calm during busy periods. Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays is expected. A genuine interest in creating friendly, efficient guest experiences is essential.

About the employer

Hotel Woolstore 1888 is a boutique heritage property associated with Accor’s Handwritten Collection, a portfolio focused on distinctive hotels with individual character and locally influenced guest experiences. The hotel combines historic architecture and original wool-store features with contemporary accommodation, dining and event facilities. Located in Sydney, it serves leisure travellers, business guests and visitors attending events in the city. As part of the Accor network, the property benefits from international hospitality standards, training opportunities, employee benefits and access to a broad global hotel group. Team members are expected to provide warm, personalised service while maintaining efficient operational standards. Food and beverage employees contribute directly to the hotel’s restaurant, bar and events experience, working collaboratively across departments to support guest satisfaction and the property’s reputation.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong hospitality opportunities in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, regional resorts and coastal destinations. Roles are available in hotels, restaurants, cafés, bars, events and tourism, with better prospects for applicants who have customer-service experience, RSA certification and flexible availability. Australian workplace culture is generally friendly, practical and multicultural, with emphasis on punctuality, teamwork, safety and respectful communication. Lifestyle varies from busy city living to relaxed beach and regional communities, although accommodation and transport can be expensive in major cities. Eligible travellers may use a Working Holiday visa, while skilled or employer-sponsored visas may suit experienced applicants; visa conditions, work limits and eligibility should be checked through the Department of Home Affairs. Plan for health insurance, tax registration, a bank account and initial housing costs before relocating. Public transport is convenient in major cities, and English is essential for most guest-facing roles.