About IRT
Founded in 1969, IRT’s mission was to provide better options in housing and care for older people. Now 50 years later, our purpose remains the same.
We improve the lives of more than 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT and Qld. We’re one of Australia’s largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care and home care. We’re proud to have more than 40 communities and home care service hubs in NSW, the ACT and Qld.
IRT is an equal opportunity employer. We find excellence in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians.
About the Role
As a Hospitality Trainee at IRT Greenwell Gardens, you will contribute to creating a comfortable and welcoming environment for our residents and their families. You will be responsible for providing excellent hospitality services, ensuring meals are served with care, maintaining cleanliness in dining areas, and supporting the overall well-being of our residents.
This role is full time working a combination of Morning and Afternoon shifts across Monday to Friday. You will be studying a Certificate II in Health Support Services which is paid for as part of your traineeship. The traineeship will be for a contracted term of 12 months.
Your work may include:
• Working with catering staff to assist with basic meal preparation
• Delivering and serving meals to our residents
• General laundry duties, including personal laundry
• Interacting with residents and creating meaningful customer relationships
• Adhering to strict food safety guidelines
• Helping with various domestic duties such as laundry and cleaning of general areas
To Be Successful You Will Have
- Experience delivering hospitality/food services (highly regarded)
- A big heart - an empathetic approach and strong customer service skills
- Experience in a similar role in a health or aged care setting (desirable)
- Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Must NOT have completed or be currently studying a Certificate II in Health Support Services or similar or higher (example; Certificate III).
- Have basic internet knowledge and ready access to the internet
- Able to use a computer and have basic digital literacy skills
- Basic reading and writing skills to answer assessment questions
- Own a computer/device to be able to complete course requirements
Benefits for You
- Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
- Flexible working conditions
- Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us!
- Professional and career development opportunities
- Multiple career pathways
- Discounted gym memberships
- Free counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness program
How to Apply
If you feel this is the right role for you, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click the “Apply now” button, fill in your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll be in touch to discuss your application. Or alternatively, please contact IRT Recruitment.
All successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including reference checks, pre-employment functional assessment and a National Criminal History Check.
Depending on the volume of applications this advertisement may be closed earlier than the listed closing date.
