Runners, Bartenders, Section Wait Staff | The James

Millers Point, New South Wales 2000, Australia • Casual
AI Job Summary
  • Previous experience in a quality restaurant, bar or hotel venue.
  • Current NSW RSA certification required for bartenders and wait staff.
  • Available for evening and weekend shifts.

Role Type

On-site • Temporary • Casual • Mid-level Senior

Description

Build your hospitality career with SRG.

The James is an SRG Hospitality venue on Kent St in the heart of the CBD. We’re growing our front-of-house team and looking for people who love great service and a busy, polished floor.

The roles

  • Runners
  • Bartenders
  • Section Wait Staff

What you’ll do

Runners

  • Run food and drinks quickly and accurately, to spec
  • Support the floor team and keep sections reset and service-ready
  • Know the menu well enough to answer guest questions with confidence

Bartenders

  • Prepare classic and signature cocktails, wine and beverages to spec
  • Keep a clean, well-stocked and organised bar
  • Deliver warm, engaging service at the bar and to the floor

Section Wait Staff

  • Own your section from greeting to farewell
  • Guide guests through the menu and wine list, with confident upselling
  • Coordinate with the kitchen and bar to keep service seamless

What we’re looking for

  • Previous experience in a quality restaurant, bar or hotel venue (runners: some experience preferred, attitude essential)
  • Well presented, confident and guest-focused
  • Available for evenings and weekends
  • A current RSA (NSW) for bartenders and wait staff
  • Current Australian working rights

Why SRG

  • Career progression across the group. SRG runs venues across Sydney, so you can move up and across venues as you grow.
  • Regular training and development from our senior leaders
  • Up to 50% off dining across SRG venues
  • Fully funded WSET Level 2 for key roles

How to apply  Apply through this ad with your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a trial shift.

Company Overview

SRG Hospitality is a premium hospitality group behind some of Sydney’s most iconic dining, event, and lifestyle venues. Built on exceptional food, thoughtful service, and strong leadership, SRG creates hospitality experiences that feel personal, generous, and distinctly human. With a growing portfolio across Sydney and plans to expand from 12 to 17 venues by 2026, SRG Hospitality combines culinary excellence, operational discipline, and creative ambition at scale. From front of house and back of house to head office and leadership, we invest in our people, back our leaders, and build careers alongside the business. SRG Hospitality is where elevated hospitality meets long-term opportunity.