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Food and Beverage Attendant
Role summary
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The Food and Beverage Attendant supports the hotel’s restaurant, bar and functions operations by welcoming guests, taking orders, serving food and drinks, clearing tables and processing payments. The role generally requires previous hospitality or customer-service experience, a friendly and professional manner, good communication skills and the ability to work efficiently in a busy environment. Candidates should be flexible to work mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays, maintain high presentation and hygiene standards, and follow responsible service practices. An RSA certificate may be required if alcohol is served. Reliability, teamwork, attention to detail and a genuine focus on guest satisfaction are key expectations.
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How it works
How it works: Only Core Skills list jobs (chef, cook, hotel manager) can be sponsored, at AUD 79,423 a year or more; waiters and room attendants are not on the list.
Watch for: The Far North Queensland (Cairns) regional agreement lists waiter, bar and housekeeping supervisors and night auditors, with a pay floor 10% lower.
Official source: Federal Register of Legislation: Core Skills Occupation List for the Skills in Demand visa (Migration (Specification of Occupations, Subclass 482 Visa) Instrument 2024, LIN 24/089, compilation of 7 November 2025). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Australia
Usual for Australia, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Island resorts rent staff a room in a staff village at low cost; city hotels vary |
|---|---|
| Meals | Island resorts: staff dining at low set prices or 20% off; city hotels vary |
| Flights | Varies by employer |
| Service charge | None; tipping is not expected; casuals get 25% extra and weekends earn penalty rates (by law) |
| Contract | Permanent, part-time or casual; probation of up to 6 months is common; sponsored visa up to 4 years |
| Leave | Full-time and part-time: 4 weeks' leave, 10 paid sick days, paid public holidays (by law); casuals none |
| Income tax | Residents: 0% to AUD 18,200, 15% to 45,000, 30% to 135,000, 37% to 190,000, then 45%; plus 2% Medicare levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel is an apartment-style accommodation property located near the Mackay waterfront and central business district in Queensland. It offers serviced apartments and hotel facilities for leisure travellers, business guests and longer stays. The property operates under Oaks Hotels, Resorts & Suites, a well-known Australian accommodation brand that is part of Minor Hotels. Minor Hotels manages and develops hotels, resorts and serviced residences across Australia and international markets, with brands covering upscale, midscale and luxury travel. Oaks properties typically focus on practical accommodation, friendly service and comfortable facilities suited to both short and extended visits. Employees can gain experience in front-of-house hospitality, food and beverage service, accommodation operations and guest relations. Mackay’s tourism, business travel and resource-sector economy provide a varied customer base throughout the year.