Waiter / Drink Waiter

An award-winning Neapolitan pizzeria and premium Italian dining room in Macquarie Park, led by a highly skilled kitchen and floor team.

Due to growth within our business, we are seeking experienced wait staff to start immediately.

About the Role

This position is to oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, ensuring efficient service, customer satisfaction, financial control, and a positive team culture.

Key Responsibilities include:

· Prepare the dining area before service, ensuring table settings, glassware and cutlery reflect Verace’s premium Italian dining standards.

· Welcome guests warmly, present menus, explain daily specials such as seafood pastas or truffle dishes and make recommendations based on authentic Neapolitan offerings.

· Take accurate food and beverage orders, communicating clearly with the kitchen, pizza station and bar.

· Serve dishes in the correct sequence with attention to presentation—wood-fired pizzas, handmade pasta, risotti, seafood and classic Italian desserts.

· Provide confident wine service and suggest pairings with Italian dishes, for example matching vongole with Vermentino or tartufata with a light Chianti.

· Manage wine and beverage stock rotation, assist with ordering and perform inventory checks.

· Open, decant and pour wines correctly, ensuring ideal temperature and varietal-appropriate service.

· Lead or support tasting sessions and staff training on Italian wines, menu knowledge and regional food traditions.

· Check on guests throughout service, responding to requests and ensuring overall satisfaction.

· Clear and reset tables promptly between courses.

· Process payments accurately and follow cash-handling procedures.

· Comply with food-handling, hygiene and RSA requirements.

· Work with the wider team to maintain smooth coordination between the dining floor, bar and kitchen.

· Assist with onboarding and mentoring new staff, particularly in wine service and Italian menu knowledge.

Additional Drink Service Duties (if performing as a dedicated drink waiter/sommelier )

· When operating primarily in a drinks-focused role, the following duties should be performed:

· Prepare and serve cocktails, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages in addition to wine.

· Maintain and restock bar and service stations, ensuring all drinks and glassware are available.

· Mix, garnish, and serve beverages according to standard recipes and presentation guidelines.

· Maintain a clean and organised bar or drinks service area.

· Monitor beverage stock levels, and report shortages or discrepancies to the Restaurant Manager.

· Ensure responsible service of ******* at all times and comply with NSW liquor licensing requirements.

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications required:

· At least one year’s full-time table-service experience in a busy or fine-dining restaurant.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Strong attention to detail and a customer-focused attitude.

· Good knowledge of Italian or Mediterranean cuisine preferred.

· Ability to multitask and remain composed during high-volume service periods.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $77,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person