AddressOur purpose is to provide safe, culturally appropriate and affordable accommodation for First Nations people who need to be away from home to access medical services, education and economic opportunities.
Across its network of hostels, dedicated Aboriginal Hostels Limited (AHL) staff provide accommodation and meals for residents in a supportive environment, assisted by local First Nations service providers and referral agencies.
AHL also supports the Australian Government’s efforts to improve economic outcomes for First Nations people. By purchasing goods and services from First Nations businesses at every opportunity, we help support a more inclusive economy. We are proud to be one of the largest employers of First Nations people in the Australian Public Service, First Nations employees make up approximately 50% of our workforce.
A career with AHL will provide you with a chance to contribute to improving the quality of life and economic opportunities for First Nations people. We offer rewarding experiences and rewarding employment conditions.
AHL is looking for experienced individuals who are highly motivated, energetic, enthusiastic and passionate about delivering quality services to our residents in our Canon Boggo pilot Hostel in Thursday Island, QLD. We are looking for Hostel Workers for the following positions:
• Cook and Weekend Cook
• Housekeeper
• Night Attendants
Position Duties:
As a Cook, your duties and responsibilities will include:
• Prepare meals in accordance with AHL’s set menus, Food Safety Standards Australia and other relevant legislation
• Stocktake management – rotate, receive and monitor food and kitchen supplies
• Ensure the kitchen is cleaned to standard
• Prepare and clean the dining rooms for residents.
As a Housekeeper, your duties and responsibilities will include:
• Ensure the hostel is serviced and cleaned to a high standard
• Ensure the adequate supply of cleaning products, linen and other relevant items are available and stored appropriately
• Ensure all rooms are checked regularly for repair and maintenance requirements, and that appropriate notifications are reported to the Hostel Manager or Assistant Hostel Manager.
As a Night Attendant, your duties and responsibilities will include:
Manage the night security of the hostel in accordance with AHL’s policies and relevant legislation, including:
• Maintain the security of premises, monitor premises to preserve order and protect property Monitor and authorise entrance and departure of residents, staff and visitors
• Respond to emergencies
Undertake administrative tasks:
• Maintain data on AHL’s online reservation management system
• Write reports on daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorised persons, or unusual occurrences.
Undertake general domestic duties:
• Perform other general cleaning duties to ensure hostel grounds, gardens, windows, and the property are kept clean, tidy and clear for residents.
• Ensure rooms are ready for housekeeping the following day
• Clean amenity areas.
For further information about these roles, hours and how to apply please refer to the Vacancy Information available on our website - Employment | Aboriginal Hostels Limited (ahl.gov.au)
Eligibility:
• Be an Australian Citizen
• Undergo a Satisfactory National Criminal History Check (prior to engagement)
• Meet Fitness for Duty requirements (prior to engagement)
• Hold and maintain a NT Working with Children Check (prior to engagement)
• Hold or obtain relevant qualifications
Qualifications/Experience:
The following qualifications will be highly regarded:
• Experience in Security Services Industry (Night Attendant)
• Certificate in Food Safety Handling (Cook)
• Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (Cook)
• Chemical Handling Training (Housekeeper)
• Other relevant qualifications or work experience in a similar role (all roles)
• Certificate II in Hospitality (all roles).
Contact Person: Anita Leedie – 07 3151 8***
Applications closes: 11:59pm AEST on Wednesday 22 May 2024.
