Born in Leoben, Styria, Standfest made his professional debut for Grazer AK in the 1998–1999 season.

In 2010, he transferred from vice-champions Austria Wien to cup-winners Sturm Graz, citing family reasons for the move.

[1] Standfest made his debut for Austria in October 2003 against the Czech Republic and was a participant at EURO 2008.

[3] Standfest joined Austrian Bundesliga club Rheindorf Altach as assistant coach on 21 March 2023.

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