AI Job Summary

Hold a current NSW RSA Certificate.
Have full Australian working rights to be employed.
Available for a rotating roster including weekends, evenings, and public holidays.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Associate

Pay Rate

$79,000 AUD – $85,000 AUD (Annum)

Description

Section Waiter | Cibaria Manly

Casual & Full-Time Opportunities Available

From the team that brought you a’Mare and the Italian dining precinct at Crown Sydney, brings Cibaria Manly under the Pavoni Plus Pty Ltd umbrella.

Located within the vibrant Manly Pacific precinct, Cibaria Manly is a large-scale Italian dining destination offering all-day dining, café service, bars, events, and premium hospitality experiences inspired by the same commitment to Italian hospitality that has made a’Mare one of Sydney’s most celebrated restaurants.

We are seeking professional and passionate Section Waiters with experience in premium dining environments to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for hospitality professionals looking to develop their careers within an established and expanding hospitality group.

About the Role

As a Section Waiter, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences while managing your own section during service. You will work closely with venue leadership to ensure guests receive attentive, knowledgeable, and professional service from arrival through to departure.

Employment Opportunities

Full-Time

Salary: $79,000 – $85,000 per annum plus superannuation

Casual

Hospitality Industry General Award (HIGA) rates apply, including applicable penalty rates and public holiday loadings

Key Responsibilities

Deliver professional food and beverage service to the highest standards
Manage a designated service section during breakfast, lunch, dinner, and event services
Take food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently
Provide menu recommendations and confidently explain menu items and beverages
Make food and wine pairing recommendations to enhance the guest experience
Build positive guest relationships and ensure exceptional customer satisfaction
Maintain venue presentation and cleanliness standards
Process guest requests and feedback professionally
Work collaboratively with kitchen, bar, reservations, and management teams
Assist with table resetting and venue preparation
Follow Responsible Service of Alcohol requirements and venue procedures

Minimum Requirements

Fluent spoken and written English
Current NSW RSA Certificate
Full Australian working rights
Availability to work a rotating roster including weekends, evenings, and public holidaysDiploma of Hospitality Management and/or a minimum of 1–3 years’ relevant full-time work experience in a premium dining restaurant, hotel, or hospitality venue
Demonstrated experience delivering high-quality food and beverage service in a premium dining environment
Strong understanding of restaurant service standards, guest engagement, and table service etiquette
Ability to confidently explain menu items, beverages, and make food and wine recommendations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospitality environment
Impeccable personal presentation
Availability to work a rotating roster including weekends, evenings, and public holidays

Preferred (Not Essential)

Experience within Italian restaurants, premium hotels, hatted restaurants, or high-volume premium dining venues
Knowledge of Italian cuisine and wine
Experience using SevenRooms (7R) or similar reservation systems
Additional language skills, particularly Italian
Hospitality qualifications

What We Offer

Casual and full-time opportunities available
Competitive salary package of $79,000–$85,000 plus superannuation for full-time employees
HIGA award rates and penalties for casual employees
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Staff meals whilst on shift
Staff discounts across Pavoni Plus Pty Ltd venues
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Career progression opportunities within a growing hospitality group
Opportunity to work alongside the team behind a’Mare at Crown Sydney
Supportive and inclusive team culture

If you are passionate about hospitality and want to build your career with the team behind a’Mare and one of Sydney’s leading Italian dining destinations, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@maestrohospitality.au

Company Overview

Maestro Hospitality was born under the creative direction of Alessandro Pavoni, the conductor of a collective of masters in their field who bring exceptionality to the Sydney Dining Scene. Together, we are masters in the art of Italian cuisine. Our food is rooted in tradition, delivered with a strong sense of local place and a contemporary approach. We believe that delivering genuine hospitality service is equally as important as our food. Our passionate team of staff are welcoming, professional, and dedicated to ensuring consistent quality, impeccable attention to detail, and personalised service. Without the equilibrium between food and service, we cannot be masters. The benchmark for our success and prestige is to be memorable across all aspects of the experience for those who dine with us. We strive and we succeed. Maestro Hospitality is an ecosystem of maestros who work together in unison to create unique and iconic experiences. Above all, we are a family. We consider our guests to be family, too.

Section Waiter