POSTINO | Senior Waiter

Join our incredible team of industry professionals

Postino is a restaurant, wine bar, and an intimate events space all rolled into one. With a menu of daily specials, snacks, fresh pasta, and Italian classics made from locally sourced ingredients, the venue combines high-quality, affordable dining with exceptional service.

We are seeking experienced hospitality professionals to join our opening team in a dual Senior Waiter role. Our ideal candidate is charismatic, guest-focused, and passionate about Italian food and wine. You will help deliver exceptional customer experiences across a variety of service styles including à la carte, group bookings, and events, in a 120-seat restaurant.

Essential Requirements

• Full Australian working rights
• Current NSW RSA Certificate
• Minimum 1 - 3 years of premium dining experience and / or completed relevant hospitality studies
• Fluent English language skills
• Food & wine pairing experience
• Proven experience using POS systems
• Exceptional grooming and presentation
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and multitask in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Requirements

• Formal hospitality training
• Knowledge of Italian wine and cuisine
• Experience using online reservation systems (e.g., SevenRooms)
• Italian language skills are a bonus

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your own section during service and provide a warm, memorable guest experience
• Prepare your section pre-service: ensure it is clean, fully stocked, and guest-ready
• Provide detailed menu recommendations and explain our food philosophy
• Recommend and deliver thoughtful food & wine pairings
• Accurately take and process food and beverage orders
• Check for dietary requirements and communicate them to the kitchen
• Provide ongoing drinks service and support fellow waitstaff
• Check in with guests during service and resolve any issues promptly
• Ensure bills are accurate and presented correctly
• Process cash and card payments
• Assist in clearing and resetting tables and glassware as required

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary of $75,000–$80,000 + Super
• Generous share of tips
• Strong focus on work/life balance
• Ongoing training and development
• Clear growth and career progression opportunities
• Performance incentives
• Staff discounts across all Maestro Hospitality associated venues

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Email your resume and a short introduction to:

Tell us who you are and why you'd be a fantastic fit for our passionate and community-driven team.

Job Types: Full-time, Casual

Pay: $75,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free drinks
• Free food

Application Question(s):

• How many hours are you looking for?

• How many years of experience do you have in a waiter or sommelier role?

• How would you describe your wine knowledge?

• Are you familiar with Old World vs New World wine styles?
• Do you have experience with set menus, tasting menus, or wine pairings?
• Are you comfortable speaking confidently about wine to guests with varying levels of knowledge?

• Are you comfortable opening and serving wine and champagne at the table?

• Do you have prior experience using POS systems? If so, which ones?

• Do you have prior experience using online reservation systems like SevenRooms? If so, which ones?
• What interests you about joining our team?

Licence/Certification:

• NSW RSA (Required)
• WSET Level 2 or 3 (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person