Section Waiter

Section Waiter – Bella Venezia Restaurant

Mooloolaba | Bella Venezia Restaurant Group

About Us

Bella Venezia has been a cornerstone of the Sunshine Coast dining scene for more than 40 years.

Located in the heart of Mooloolaba, we are a multi-award-winning modern Italian restaurant known for exceptional food, an extensive wine program and polished, professional service.

Bella Venezia is part of the Bella Venezia Group, which operates two award-winning Sunshine Coast restaurants:

• Bella Venezia Restaurant – modern Italian dining in central Mooloolaba
• Fish House Steak & Grill – a premium seafood and steak restaurant on Mooloolaba Spit

Working across an established hospitality group provides genuine opportunities to develop your skills, take on greater responsibility and progress your career across both venues.

Awards & Accolades

• 2023 Winner – Restaurant & Catering SE QLD, Italian Formal Restaurant
• 2025 AGFG Chef Hat (13)
• 2026 AGFG Readers’ Choice Award - Best Italian
• 2022 Australian Wine List of the Year Awards – Best Wine List Queensland
• 2022 World of Fine Wine Awards – Best Regional Italian Wine List, Australasia
• 2026 World of Fine Wine Awards – Best Specialist Wine List, Australasia

Our leading section waiters can earn $400-$600 per week in tips, in addition to their hourly rate.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and engaging Section Waiter to join our professional front-of-house team.

You will confidently manage your own section, guide guests through our menu and wine list, and deliver the polished yet personable service Bella Venezia is known for.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience managing your own section in a busy, premium restaurant
• Strong wine knowledge, including confidence recommending wine pairings
• Excellent communication and guest-engagement skills
• A professional appearance and strong attention to detail
• The ability to remain organised and composed during busy services
• A genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and peak trading periods

Why Join the Bella Venezia Group?

• Excellent earning potential, including substantial weekly tips
• A professional, energetic and genuinely fun team environment
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing training and development
• Genuine career progression across two award-winning Sunshine Coast venues
• Opportunities to work at both Bella Venezia and Fish House Steak & Grill
• The chance to build your experience within a respected and growing hospitality group

We are also currently recruiting for:

• Hosts
• Food Runners

How to Apply

If you are passionate about hospitality and ready to join a vibrant, award-winning restaurant group, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants must currently be located within the Sunshine Coast region, be available to attend an in-person interview and be ready to commence work.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position. Applications requesting sponsorship will not be considered.

Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.