Indigenous Hospitality Officer | Pinangba Services | Townsville

• Employment Term: Casual
• Location: Shalom Elders Village, Townsville
• Remuneration: $36.25 (Inclusive of Casual Loading) + 11.5% Super + Not for Profit Salary Packaging
• Rosters: 7am - 2pm, 8am - 4pm, and 3.30pm - 7.30pm

We are seeking individuals who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander who are interested in pursuing a career as a Hospitality Officer. To perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.

Pinangba is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander group of services, where family and belonging is at the heart of everything we do, building a stronger future together. The Pinangba service of Shalom Elders Village is based in a quiet Townsville suburb. We provide premium care in a culturally appropriate setting and pride ourselves on our genuine commitment to making residents feel part of an extended and welcoming community in an open and inviting setting. We have an opportunity available for an energetic, passionate and highly capable Hospitality Officer to join the team at Shalom Elders Village. .

As an Hospitality Officer a key support role to the delivery of our services, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring business operations are run efficiently and our clients and residents receive an exceptional experience.

You will:

• Supporting senior hospitality staff members with daily operations which may include housekeeping and laundry services
• Preparing, cooking and delivering food in adherence with Australian food safety standards and dietary Requirements of our residents
• Being required to uphold impeccable hygiene standards.
• Prior hospitality experience in kitchen or cleaning
• Enthusiasm and strong self-motivation
• Great communication skills and excellent attention to detail
• Confidence to satisfy the relevant probity checks required by legislation or policies

To perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.

For additional support and to meet our RAP Team email [email protected]

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What makes a difference for you? (Eligibility criteria may apply)

* Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
* Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum
* A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs
* A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others
* 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme
* Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events
* Career development opportunities with one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference

Diversity & Inclusion

Our approach is simple -everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.

Safe workplace

We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.