Catering Attendant

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) is the home of unconventional. At MCEC we do things a little differently. We bring fresh ideas and imagination to every event. We happily turn concepts on their head to make each experience momentous.

We welcome events of all shapes and sizes, from board meetings and small celebrations to conventions, gala dinners, exhibitions, and concerts. Our doors are open for events and moments that connect us - in person, virtual or hybrid, and everything in between.

And our city is our inspiration, located in the vibrant South Wharf precinct, just a stroll along the Yarra River. Melbourne is on show at MCEC - in the architecture and design, food and hospitality, location, and views.

**About the role**

We have several great opportunities available across our Food and Beverage team where you’ll have the opportunity to support us to deliver a range of amazing events. We have numerous casual opportunities for Food and Beverage Catering Attendants. These are opportunities where you’ll work with highly skilled and talented team members committed to providing the highest levels of quality and service delivery.

**Essential**:
Food and Beverage Catering Attendants - $29.19 - $40.86 per hour
- Flexible availability across 7 days a week, day, and evening
- High level of personal presentation and grooming
- Excellent work ethic - Reliable, punctual, positive attitude, resilient
- Thrive on being part of and contributing to a high-performing team
- Able to provide a high level of customer service across MCEC.
- Prepare and pack down event space - e.g., handling furniture or stock (not limited to)
- Must hold a **current Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate (RSA)**:

- Be 18 years or over and have valid working rights in Australia
- Physically fit - you'll be walking the majority of your shift and at times lifting/moving equipment and furniture
- Able to abide to OH&S policy and procedure

**Desirable**
- Qualified barista
- Previous bartending experience
- Basic food preparation skills
- Previous POS experience
- Food Handling Certificate
- Previous experience working in a large entertainment venue

**Benefits at MCEC**:

- Above award pay and conditions
- Training and Career Development
- Great working environment
- Provision of uniforms
- Discounted parking and meals
- Free Breakfast and Lunch

**About you**

You’ll be reliable, punctual, and have a positive attitude towards work. We’re looking for people who thrive on being part of and contributing to a team and who want to help us create amazing experiences for our customers. Depending on the role(s) you’re interested in, you may need a valid RSA certificate, be physically fit, and have a background in fast-paced, high-volume environments.

**Please note **
- To be considered you must be available to attend a short in-person interview on Thursday 2nd of February or Friday the 3rd of February sometime between 09.00 and 17.00

**You’ll also need**:

- To be a minimum of 18 years of age
- To be flexible with availability depending on shift requirements
- Have valid working rights in Australia

**Working at MCEC**

At MCEC we encourage ideas and imagination and support our people to be inspirational. Whatever your role, we'll foster the development of skills, insights, and leadership. You'll be working in a Melbourne icon, with a welcoming and supportive team. And there are many other benefits - 14 weeks paid parental leave; flexible work options; purchased leave; employee discounts; onsite restaurants, cafes, and parking; and South Wharf and the city at our doorstep. We are diverse, inclusive, and collaborative.

Built on the banks of the Birrarung (Yarra River), Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Narrm, the Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present, and to Elders of all First Nations communities that visit MCEC.

We recognise the significance of the Birrarung to Traditional Owners as a life source and a meeting place and seek to honour a 40,000 year tradition of building community and exchanging ideas on these lands.