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Cherry Tree Hotel is looking for experienced Waitstaff to join our team, with availability to work evenings and weekends.

Located in the heart of Cremorne, just a short walk from East Richmond Station and the MCG, Cherry Tree Hotel is a beautifully renovated, family-owned venue that blends timeless Art Deco architecture with modern design. Featuring a bustling public bar and a premium full table service dining room, we're building a team that takes pride in delivering exceptional hospitality in one of Melbourne's most exciting pub venues.

The Role

As a Waitstaff member, you'll play an important role in delivering a premium dining experience for our guests. From confidently taking orders and providing menu recommendations to delivering food and beverages, managing your section and anticipating guest needs, you'll help create a welcoming and memorable experience from arrival to departure.

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their service, has a genuine passion for hospitality and enjoys working in a busy, high-energy environment.

We're looking for people who:

• Have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a waiter/waitress or full table service role within a busy pub, restaurant or hospitality venue.

• Have a strong understanding of food, wine and beverage service.

• Possess basic wine knowledge and an interest in developing their product knowledge.

• Thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high attention to detail.

• Deliver warm, professional and genuine customer service.

• Have excellent communication skills and enjoy interacting with guests.

• Work well as part of a close-knit team and take initiative.

• Are reliable, well-presented and have a strong work ethic.

• Hold a current Victorian RSA certificate.

• Have experience using POS systems.

• Have flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

What we offer:

• A supportive, family-owned business that values its people.

• A beautifully renovated venue with a unique blend of Art Deco charm and modern style.

• Ongoing training and opportunities for career development.

• A positive team culture where high standards, initiative and hard work are recognised.

• 30+ hours per week, with the opportunity for plenty of shifts in a busy venue.

If you're an experienced waiter or waitress who enjoys delivering quality service, has a passion for food and beverage, and wants to be part of an exciting team at Cherry Tree Hotel, we'd love to hear from you.

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a busy pub, restaurant or hospitality venue.

• Previous experience in a full table service waitstaff role.

• Strong knowledge of food and beverage service.

• Basic wine knowledge, with an interest in further developing wine knowledge.

• A passion for delivering exceptional customer service and creating memorable guest experiences.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

• A positive attitude with a strong work ethic and willingness to be part of a team.

• High attention to detail and pride in maintaining service standards.

• Well-presented, professional and reliable.

• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

• Current Victorian RSA certificate.

• Experience using POS systems.