Melbourne Cup Carnival - Food & Beverage Attendants

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Join the [A] Team. Deliver the extraordinary.

The Melbourne Cup Carnival is one of Australia's most iconic events, and Atlantic Group® is once again bringing premium hospitality to Flemington across four unforgettable race days.

We're looking for passionate, energetic people to join the [A] Team and help create exceptional experiences for thousands of guests.

Whether you're delivering seamless front of house service or contributing to the hustle and bustle behind the scenes, you'll play an important role in bringing one of Australia's most prestigious events to life.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, are passionate about exceptional hospitality and take pride in creating memorable guest experiences, we'd love to welcome you to the [A] Team.

Don't just watch Cup Week. Be part of what makes it unforgettable.

About the role

We are looking for enthusiastic Food & Beverage Attendants to join the [A] Team for this prestigious event.

The four race days we must have full commitment for are:

Sat 31 Oct – Derby Day
Tues 3 Nov – Melbourne Cup Day
Thurs 5 Nov – Oaks Day
Sat 7 Nov – Stakes Day

As a Food & Beverage Attendant at the Melbourne Cup Carnival, you will be responsible for overseeing and running various client function rooms within a dedicated facility. Your primary focus will be on ensuring the seamless execution of hospitality services for our valued clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with all team members to maximize customer satisfaction.

• Ensure bars are set up and packed down according to bar operations procedure.

• Ensure you follow the appropriate standard operating procedures (sop’s) and sequence of service procedures in the execution of your duties. 

• Ensure that your section/s are correctly setup, and that items and/or products are of high standard and in good condition as required, i.e., cutlery, crockery, napkins, glassware, etc. 

• Maintain communication with the manager on duty so that information regarding special requests or customer feedback can be effectively actioned.

• Serving guests food and beverage. 

• Meet and greet customers.

• Picking up glasses; removing food plates; setting and/or wiping down tables; and cleaning and tidying of associated areas. 

• General assistance to food and beverage attendants of a higher grade.

• Supplying, dispensing, or mixing of liquor.

• Monitor the dining floor to ensure all customers’ needs are being acknowledged and attended to in an efficient and friendly manner.

The successful applicants will need to have the following:

• Previous experience in food and beverage service, particularly in events or hospitality

• A passion for delivering outstanding customer service

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks

• A positive attitude and a strong work ethic

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays

• A current RSA certificate is essential

If you have what it takes to join the [A] team; apply with your Cover Letter & CV