Melbourne, Victoria, Western Suburbs Melbourne VIC
Part time
$28.00/hr
Join the opening team of one of Japan’s best-known casual dining brands, with a clear pathway from casual to permanent part-time employment.
Saizeriya operates more than 1,700 restaurants across Japan and Asia. Now, the brand is bringing its affordable Italian-style dining experience to Australia, with its first restaurant scheduled to open in November 2026.
We’re looking for reliable, customer-focused team members who want to grow with the business. Your role will include customer service, taking orders, serving food and drinks, and assisting with food preparation.
Position Details
⚫︎ Location: Highpoint Shopping Centre, Maribyrnong VIC 3032
⚫︎ Employment: Casual, transitioning to permanent part-time
⚫︎ Part-time pay: $28.00 per hour, with annual leave and personal leave entitlements
⚫︎ Expected hours: 10–25 hours per week
⚫︎ Work arrangement: On-site
⚫︎ Availability: Daytime, evening, weekend and public holiday shifts
⚫︎ RSA: Valid Victorian RSA certificate required
⚫︎ Meal allowance: Provided on days worked
⚫︎ Opening team applications close: 5 November 2026
Make guests feel welcome
⚫︎ Greet guests warmly and help them with the menu
⚫︎ Serve food and drinks with a friendly, positive attitude
Keep service moving
⚫︎ Clear and reset tables efficiently during busy periods
⚫︎ Handle cash and card transactions accurately
⚫︎ Communicate with teammates to keep service running smoothly
Support food preparation and restaurant operations
⚫︎ Assist with food preparation
⚫︎ Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming restaurant
⚫︎ Help the team prepare for daily service
You enjoy working with people and understand that great customer service comes from teamwork.
We’re looking for someone who:
⚫︎ Brings energy, reliability and a positive attitude
⚫︎ Enjoys helping customers feel welcome
⚫︎ Communicates clearly and works well with others
⚫︎ Stays calm and organised during busy periods
⚫︎ Is willing to learn and help across different tasks
Essential
⚫︎ A valid Victorian RSA certificate
⚫︎ Flexibility to work across daytime, evening, weekend and public holiday shifts
⚫︎ Good communication and teamwork skills
⚫︎A reliable, customer-focused approach
Desirable
⚫︎ Previous experience in a fast-paced cafe, bar or restaurant
No previous hospitality experience? That’s fine. Training will be provided to help you learn the role.
Highpoint Shopping Centre, Maribyrnong VIC 3032
Starting as casual, with expected hours of 10–25 per week. Daytime, evening, weekend and public holiday shifts may be required. Following a successful trial period, the role transitions to a permanent part-time contract.
Casual: From $33.85 per hour, plus applicable weekend and public holiday penalty rates.
Part-time: $28.00 per hour, with annual leave and personal leave entitlements included.
On-site restaurant work with flexibility required across different shifts.
November 2026 (new restaurant opening). Exact commencement and training dates will be confirmed by Saizeriya.
Opening team applications close 5 November 2026. Apply as soon as possible.
⚫︎ Be part of Australia’s first Saizeriya: Join the opening team of a well-established Japanese restaurant brand entering the Australian market
⚫︎ Clear employment pathway: Start as casual and transition to permanent part-time following a successful trial period
⚫︎ Stable hours and leave entitlements: Permanent part-time contract includes annual leave and personal leave
⚫︎ Meal allowance: Provided on days worked
⚫︎ Training provided: No previous hospitality experience required
⚫︎ Hands-on experience: Learn and develop skills across customer service, food preparation and restaurant operations
⚫︎ A team environment: Work alongside colleagues to deliver a welcoming dining experience
Career Meister’s View
Saizeriya has over 1,700 restaurants across Japan and Asia. This Melbourne store is the brand’s first in Australia.
This role is designed for someone who wants more than a short-term casual shift. Starting casual allows both you and the business to find the right fit — and for those who settle in well, the pathway to a permanent part-time contract brings the stability of set hours, annual leave and personal leave.
If you are looking for a longer-term role where you can grow as part of a team, this is worth a serious look.
Ready to Apply?
Opening team applications close 5 November 2026.
Please submit your application through Career Meister with your resume.
Career Meister is supporting Saizeriya Australia Ristorante with the recruitment advertising for this position. Applications received through our website will be forwarded directly to Saizeriya’s recruitment team for their consideration.
Saizeriya will manage the selection and recruitment process directly.