Restaurant Floor Staff with Hatted Experience

Job Title: Floor Staff (Front of House)

Location: Viand, Sydney Employment Type: Permanent Part-Time / Casual (Evenings, Wed-Sat)

About Viand: Since opening in 2022, Viand has redefined Sydney’s dining scene, earning its place as one of Australia’s premier Thai restaurants. We’ve been honoured with a coveted hat in the Good Food Guide for three consecutive years (2023–2025) and our chef-owner was named Chef of the Year in 2023. We offer an intimate, 50-seat space where sophisticated Thai tasting menus, curated wine pairings, and hand-crafted cocktails come together for a truly unique experience.

The Role: We’re seeking passionate and dynamic floor staff to join our tight-knit, experienced team. This is a floor-focused role where you’ll work directly alongside the chef-owner to deliver an exceptional, seamless dining experience. You’ll be the face of Viand, engaging with guests, sharing your knowledge of our food and wine, and ensuring every detail is perfect.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver warm, attentive, and knowledgeable service in a fast-paced, high-end environment.
• Build rapport with guests, enhancing their experience through genuine hospitality.
• Master and articulate the details of our tasting menus, wine list, and cocktail program.
• Collaborate closely with the kitchen and bar teams to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain impeccable standards of cleanliness and presentation throughout the dining room.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven current experience in a fine-dining or high-volume restaurant setting.
• A genuine passion for food, wine, and the art of service.
• A vibrant, personality with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to thrive in a collaborative, diverse team environment.
• A meticulous eye for detail and a strong work ethic.
• A flexible schedule, available for Wednesday through Saturday evening shifts.

Why Join Viand? This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to be part of an award-winning team at the forefront of Sydney’s culinary landscape. We value your personality and expertise, and we’re looking for someone who shares our commitment to excellence and creating unforgettable moments for our guests.

Pay: $26.44 – $38.50 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 38.0 per week

Application Question(s):

• Do you have current similar hatted restaurant experience? If so, please tell us. If not, please don't apply.

• What is the level of your wine knowledge?

Experience:

• Hospitality: 3 years (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• RSA (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person