Food and Beverage Host | Atelier Restaurant

Role summary

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The Food and Beverage Host welcomes guests to Atelier Restaurant, manages seating and reservations, provides information about menus and services, and helps create a polished dining experience. Candidates should have friendly communication skills, a professional presentation, strong attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm during busy service periods. Previous experience in restaurant hosting, guest service, or hospitality is preferred. The role requires teamwork, flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays, and a genuine commitment to exceeding guest expectations. Knowledge of restaurant operations and the ability to use reservation or point-of-sale systems would be advantageous.

About the employer

Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour is a luxury hotel operated by Accor, one of the world’s leading hospitality groups. Located beside Sydney’s International Convention Centre and Darling Harbour precinct, the hotel offers contemporary accommodation, premium dining, event facilities, a swimming pool and panoramic harbour views. Sofitel combines French-inspired elegance with local Australian character and is known for attentive, personalised service. Atelier Restaurant forms part of the hotel’s food and beverage offering, serving guests in a refined but welcoming setting. As an Accor property, the hotel typically provides opportunities for training, career development, employee benefits and movement across a broad international hotel network. The working environment suits people who enjoy guest interaction, high service standards, teamwork and the pace of a busy luxury hotel.

Working in Australia

Australia is a large island country with strong employment opportunities in hospitality, tourism, restaurants, resorts and events, especially in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Cairns and regional destinations. Australian workplaces generally value punctuality, direct communication, inclusiveness and professional customer service. Lifestyle benefits include beaches, outdoor activities, multicultural food, excellent public services and relatively high wages, although major cities can be expensive for rent and transport. Applicants usually need a valid work right, such as a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored visa, skilled visa or student visa with work restrictions. Requirements vary by nationality, age, occupation and qualifications. New arrivals should arrange accommodation, a tax file number, an Australian bank account and suitable health insurance. Sydney offers extensive public transport and many hospitality roles, but planning a realistic budget is important before relocating.