Trade Waiter - Morrison's Oyster Bar & Grill

Inrecruit; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Morrison’s Oyster Bar & Grill in Sydney's CBD seeks an experienced Trade Waiter to deliver attentive, knowledgeable food and beverage service. You will manage an allocated dining section, guide guests through the menu and work closely with kitchen and bar teams to ensure a smooth dining experience.

Ideal candidates have professional table service experience in quality venues, strong seafood and wine knowledge, excellent communication and customer service skills, and NSW RSA certification.

Qualifications

• Professional table service experience in a quality restaurant or similar venue.
• Strong knowledge of seafood, oysters and premium steaks.
• NSW RSA certification and hospitality qualifications or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and seat guests, present menus and explain daily specials.
• Provide informed advice on oyster varieties, seafood, steak cuts, cooking preferences and preparation methods.
• Recommend wines and other beverages to complement guests’ meals.
• Take accurate orders using the POS system and communicate dietary requirements and allergies.
• Deliver professional table service, coordinating courses and pacing dining experiences.
• Open, present and serve wines using proper glassware and techniques.
• Set and maintain tables with appropriate linen, cutlery, and glassware.
• Coordinate with kitchen and bar staff to ensure timely service.
• Prepare itemised accounts, process payments and handle cash as required.
• Assist with functions, group dining and special events.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Hospitality qualifications or equivalent practical experience

Tools

POS system

Job description

Trade Waiter - Morrison's Oyster Bar & Grill

Located at 225 George Street in Sydney’s CBD, Morrison’s Oyster Bar & Grill offers freshly shucked oysters, premium Australian steaks aged in-house and classic dishes, complemented by a carefully selected wine list. Open seven days for lunch, dinner and drinks, the venue caters to business lunches, relaxed dining, celebrations and private group bookings.

We are seeking an experienced Trade Waiter to deliver attentive, knowledgeable food and beverage service. You will manage an allocated dining section, guide guests through the menu and work closely with the kitchen and bar teams to provide a smooth dining experience.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Welcome and seat guests, present menus and explain daily specials.
• Provide informed advice on oyster varieties, seafood, steak cuts, cooking preferences and preparation methods.
• Recommend wines and other beverages to complement guests’ meals.
• Take accurate orders using the POS system and clearly communicate dietary requirements, allergies and special requests.
• Deliver professional table service, coordinating courses and monitoring the pace of each table’s dining experience.
• Open, present and serve wines using appropriate glassware and service techniques.
• Set and maintain tables with suitable linen, cutlery, crockery and glassware.
• Monitor guest satisfaction, respond to enquiries and resolve concerns promptly with management support.
• Coordinate with kitchen and bar staff to ensure accurate and timely service.
• Prepare itemised accounts, process payments and follow cash-handling procedures.
• Assist with functions, group dining and special events.
• Complete opening and closing duties, replenish service supplies and maintain clean, organised dining areas.
• Follow responsible service of alcohol, food hygiene and workplace safety procedures.

Fulltime salaried position with a starting salary $75K to $80K plus super.

About you

• Previous experience in professional table service within a quality restaurant or similar venue.
• Strong food and wine knowledge, with an interest in oysters, seafood and premium steaks.
• Excellent communication, presentation and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage a dining section and maintain attention to detail during busy services.
• Current NSW RSA certification.
• Relevant hospitality qualifications or equivalent practical experience.
• Availability for evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Additional information

• Opportunities for career growth and progression
• Fantastic work culture and supportive community
• High standards and accredited training provided