About us
The Wests Group Australia is a major employer in the Newcastle, Port Stephens and Lake Macquarie regions. Employing close to 1000 people, Wests operates a multi-site portfolio of entertainment and hospitality venues comprising of registered clubs, hotels, conference and fitness facilities as well as the Newcastle Knights. We are one of the many local success stories of our region.
Being an employee of The Wests Group will give you access to the following perks and benefits:
- Paid Parental Leave & 12 months of maintained superannuation
- 5 days Wellbeing Leave – proactively manage your wellbeing
- Flexible work option
- First Nations Cultural Leave
- Above-award wages, paid overtime and penalty rates for weekends and Public Holidays
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Paid traineeships and leadership development courses
- Access to complete a nationally recognised Cert 3 in Hospitality with our training partner Allara Learning (Eligibility requirements apply) - SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality (JobReady - Culinary) | Allara Learning
- 40% discount off meals for club employees
- $25 per month for an all-access Balance Collective membership (access to all three clubs, Mayfield aquatics, group fitness, yoga, pilates and unlimited creche). As an added - bonus, this offer extends out to your partner as well!
- Discount accommodation rates at The Executive Inn, The Gateway Inn and The Anchorage Hotel & Spa
- Discounted nib Health Insurance
- 15% Discounts at Reflection Holiday Parks
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programs
- Free annual flu vaccinations
About the position
Our Wests Mayfield site is currently seeking a casual Bistro Server to join the team. This opportunity is responsible and key to our front of house and back of house operations to our catering department. You will provide outstanding customer service across our Bistro – Cast Iron Kitchen, Ada May Pantry and Reload Café food outlets. Duties will include:
- Provide friendly and efficient service to members and guests
- Assist with clearing, cleaning and scullery
- Operating and balancing of tills
- Food and beverage preparation
- Ensuring hygiene and safe food handling practices are followed.
This position will require availability for split shifts for lunch and dinner service. Availability for work on Friday nights, weekends and good availability through the week is a must.
As part of The Wests Group recruitment and assessment process, all candidates progressing to the next stage will be required to complete relevant due diligence and probity checks specific to the role. This includes, but is not limited to, a Criminal History Check, reference checks, and right to work verification via our company portal. All associated checks and costs will be facilitated by The Wests Group.
About you
You are someone who can work under pressure while at all times ensuring that our current high standards are met. Previous experience in a similar catering operations or the likes of fast food chains is desirable. Along with good work ethics, you will have the ability to work in a team environment and excellent interpersonal skills. Your excellent customer service skills and problem solving ability will have you thriving in this position.
We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to create a work environment where employee differences such as gender, age, culture, disability, sexual orientation and education are valued to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
