Full Time Trade Waiter - Premium Dining

Bistro Guillaume; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time permanent position

Competitive salary package + superann

Career growth and professional dev.

Supportive and professional team

Potential employer sponsorship

Job summary

Bistro Guillaume in Melbourne seeks an experienced hospitality professional to deliver premium table service in a renowned dining environment. You will welcome guests, present menus with expert food and wine recommendations, and ensure formal service standards throughout each shift.

The role requires at least 2 years in fine dining, strong etiquette, and excellent customer service, with RSA certification and flexible availability for evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a premium restaurant, hotel, or fine dining environment.
• Strong understanding of classical service techniques and fine dining etiquette.
• Excellent knowledge of food, wine, and beverage service.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• High level of grooming and professional presentation.
• Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining service quality.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding food and beverage service in a fine dining setting.
• Welcome and engage guests in a warm and professional manner.
• Present menus and provide detailed recommendations on food and wine offerings.
• Take and process orders accurately.
• Serve food and beverages according to premium service standards.
• Anticipate guest needs and ensure a memorable dining experience.
• Maintain restaurant presentation, cleanliness, and service areas.
• Collaborate effectively with kitchen, bar, and management teams.
• Comply with food safety, RSA, and workplace health and safety requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Professional presentation

Job description

Deliver professional, high-quality table service in a premium dining environment. Welcome guests and provide personalized dining experiences, demonstrating strong knowledge of French cuisine, food ingredients and menu offerings. Recommend food and wine pairings, present, open and serve wines and beverages professionally, and perform formal table service while maintaining premium dining standards.

About the role

Deliver professional, high-quality table service in a premium dining environment. Welcome guests and provide personalized dining experiences, demonstrating strong knowledge of French cuisine, food ingredients and menu offerings. Recommend food and wine pairings, present, open and serve wines and beverages professionally, and perform formal table service while maintaining premium dining standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding food and beverage service in a fine dining setting.
• Welcome and engage guests in a warm and professional manner.
• Present menus and provide detailed recommendations on food and wine offerings.
• Take and process orders accurately.
• Serve food and beverages according to premium service standards.
• Anticipate guest needs and ensure a memorable dining experience.
• Maintain restaurant presentation, cleanliness, and service areas.
• Collaborate effectively with kitchen, bar, and management teams.
• Comply with food safety, RSA, and workplace health and safety requirements.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a premium restaurant, hotel, or fine dining environment.
• Strong understanding of classical service techniques and fine dining etiquette.
• Excellent knowledge of food, wine, and beverage service.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• High level of grooming and professional presentation.
• Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining service quality.
• Strong teamwork and organisational skills.
• Current RSA Certificate.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

What We Offer

• Full-time permanent position.
• Competitive salary package plus superannuation.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and professional team environment.
• Potential employer sponsorship for eligible candidates.
• Opportunity to work within one of Melbourne's leading premium dining venues.