We’re a high-energy Japanese restaurant and late-night venue in Braeside, combining premium Japanese food, cocktails, sake, live entertainment and a service style that’s polished without being stiff.
We’re looking for someone who can
own a section , build a connection with guests and confidently guide them through the Liar Liar experience.
THE ROLE As a Section Waiter, you’ll be responsible for your section from the moment guests sit down until they leave.
Manage a busy section confidently and independently
Provide warm, energetic and professional table service
Know the menu and guide guests through their dining experience
Explain Japanese dishes, ingredients and styles of dining
Make confident food, cocktail, wine and sake recommendations
Upsell naturally and increase the guest experience — not just the bill
Control pacing and communicate effectively with the kitchen and pass
Maintain clean, polished and properly reset tables throughout service
Anticipate what your tables need before they have to ask
Work closely with runners, bartenders, hosts and management
Understand dietary requirements and allergies and never guess
Help us maintain our focus on 5-star guest experiences
WHO WE’R LOOKING FOR We want hospitality people who genuinely enjoy looking after guests.
Ideally, you will have:
Previous experience managing your own section in a busy restaurant
Strong food and beverage knowledge
Confidence speaking with and engaging guests
Excellent communication and attention to detail
The ability to stay organised during high-volume services
A positive attitude and willingness to help the wider team
An interest in Japanese food, sake and culture
Japanese restaurant experience is highly regarded, but not essential.
If you have strong restaurant experience and want to learn, we can teach you the product.
Current Victorian RSA
Availability across evenings and weekends
OUR EXPECTATIONS At Liar Liar, our standards are simple:
110% Guest Experience
Nothing subpar leaves your hands
No negativity. No politics.
Attack problems first
Bring energy
We don’t want order takers. We want waiters who can read a table, earn a guest’s trust and create an experience they’ll talk about afterwards.
WHY JOIN LIAR LIAR?
Exciting new Japanese restaurant and entertainment concept
High-energy, premium working environment
Strong opportunity to develop your Japanese food, sake and cocktail knowledge
Supportive FOH, bar and management team
Consistent hours available for the right people
Prospect to grow as the venue and hospitality group continues to develop
Great team culture with a strong focus on service and performance