Food and Beverage Attendant

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Melbourne Polytechnic Full time $35,000 - $70,000 per year

INSPIRED BY CURIOSITY. UNITED BY PURPOSE. COMMITTED TO YOU.

  • Vacancy Number: 103
  • Position Title: Food and Beverage Attendant
  • Employment Status: Casual
  • Department: Integrated Services
  • Location: Multi-Campus
  • Award Classification: Melbourne Polytechnic Academic and Professional Staff Agreement 2023
  • Salary: $35 per hour
  • Hours per Week: Up to 20 hours, subject to operational requirements
  • Applications Close : Thursday 4th September 2025
Why Join Us

Melbourne Polytechnic has been a leader in practical, real-world education since 1912. We offer:

  • Industry-led, hands-on training
  • Inclusive, future-focused environments
  • A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
  • A culture built on curiosity, collaboration, and care
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Food and Beverage Attendant to contribute to impactful outcomes in our Integrated Services department. You'll play a key role in delivering exceptional customer service across our café sites and conference centre, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for all guests and clients.

This is a great opportunity to contribute to event operations, drive service excellence, and support collaborative team success in a purpose-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver professional food and beverage service across café and conference operations
  • Set up and pack down event spaces according to client specifications
  • Maintain clean and hygienic service areas, including general cleaning duties
  • Assist customers with dietary requirements and menu inquiries
  • Communicate effectively with team members and other departments
  • Uphold food safety and Responsible Service of Alcohol standards
  • Work flexibly across shifts, locations, and rosters
Skills and Experience Required
  • Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate (Mandatory)
  • Food Handling Certificate (Mandatory)
  • Previous experience in café, restaurant, or function centre roles
  • Strong customer service skills in busy environments
  • Barista and basic food preparation skills
  • Ability to work varied casual roster including evenings and weekends
  • Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset
Additional Requirements

Successful candidate will be required to provide:

  • A valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC)
  • A National Police Check
How to Apply
  • Complete all pre-screening questions
  • Upload your CV and cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes align with the Key Skills and Experience in the PD
  • If applying for a teaching role , upload relevant qualifications

File Requirements:

  • Each file must be under 2MB
  • PDF format is preferred (also accepts .doc or .docx)
  • Avoid special characters in filenames (e.g. , @ # % *)
Selection Process

Our process includes:

  • An interview (in-person or via Microsoft Teams)
  • Reference checks
  • Employment and qualification verification
Questions?

Contact: Recruitment Team

Email:

Diversity and Inclusion

Melbourne Polytechnic is an equal opportunity and child-safe employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and gender identities.

Recruitment Agencies

Melbourne Polytechnic manages all recruitment directly. We do not accept unsolicited applications from agencies unless engaged through the State Purchasing Contract and with prior written approval.



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