Palm Beach Restaurant jobs

About the Role
An established Best Awarded Indian restaurant located in Orange, NSW is seeking an experienced and professional Waiter / Food and Beverage Attendant to join its front-of-house team on a full-time basis.

We are looking for an experienced hospitality professional who takes pride in providing excellent customer service and is comfortable working in a busy restaurant environment.

The successful applicant will work closely with restaurant management, kitchen staff and other front-of-house employees to provide customers with a high standard of dining service.

Key Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be responsible for duties including:

• Greeting customers and escorting them to tables.
• Presenting menus and providing information and recommendations regarding food and beverage selections.
• Taking customer orders accurately and communicating orders to kitchen staff.
• Serving meals, beverages and other menu items in a professional and timely manner.
• Explaining menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to customers where required.
• Assisting customers with dietary requirements, food allergies and menu enquiries.
• Setting and arranging tables before service and maintaining appropriate table presentation throughout service.
• Monitoring guests during their meals and attending promptly to additional requests.
• Clearing tables, replacing used dishes and preparing tables for incoming customers.
• Processing customer accounts and payments when required.
• Handling customer enquiries and assisting in resolving service-related concerns.
• Coordinating with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service during busy periods.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety in dining and service areas.
• Assisting with opening and closing procedures.
• Supporting the Restaurant Manager and senior staff in maintaining restaurant service standards.
• Complying with workplace health and safety, food safety and responsible service requirements.
• Performing other reasonable duties associated with the position of a professional restaurant waiter.

Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must have:

• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience as a Waiter / Food and Beverage Attendant, preferably within a busy restaurant environment.
• A minimum AQF Certificate IV or Diploma in Hospitality, Hospitality Management or a closely related hospitality qualification, or an equivalent recognised overseas qualification.
• Demonstrated experience in table service and customer-facing restaurant operations.
• Good knowledge of food service procedures and restaurant service standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a busy front-of-house team.
• Ability to remain organised and professional during peak service periods.
• Good attention to detail and a strong commitment to customer service.
• Availability to work a rotating roster including evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.
• Previous experience working with Indian cuisine, including familiarity with Indian dishes, ingredients and dietary requirements, will be highly regarded but is not essential.

What We Offer

• Full-time ongoing employment.
• Competitive salary of $80,000 – $82,000 per annum plus superannuation.
• Stable employment with an established regional restaurant.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Opportunity to develop your hospitality career in regional NSW.

Regional Employer Sponsorship (if needed)
For a suitably qualified and experienced candidate, the employer may consider sponsorship under the Subclass 494 visa (DAMA).

How to Apply
Please submit your current resume together with a brief cover letter outlining:

• your relevant waiter/restaurant experience;
• your hospitality qualifications;
• your current location and work rights; and
• your availability to commence employment in Orange, NSW.

Pay: $38.00 – $42.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38.0 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Orange NSW 2800: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• High School (Year 9-11) (Preferred)

Experience:

• Indian cuisine: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person