Cafe Attendant - Kirrawee Place
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
We have exciting opportunities available for Part Time Cafe Attendants at our IRT Kirrawee Place Residential Care Home.
We are looking for friendly and enthusiastic Cafe Attendants to create a welcoming cafe experience for our residents, their families and visitors. With part-time positions available across Monday to Sunday, this is a great opportunity for people who enjoy making coffee, delivering excellent customer service and building meaningful connections with others.
Your work may include:
- Preparing and serving coffee, tea and other beverages using a coffee machine
- Preparing and serving toasted sandwiches and fresh sandwiches
- Providing friendly and efficient customer service to residents, families and visitors
- Taking orders, handling payments and maintaining accurate transactions
- Keeping the cafe clean, tidy and well-presented
- Restocking cafe supplies and monitoring stock levels
- Adhering to food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements
- Building positive relationships with residents and creating a welcoming, enjoyable cafe experience
To Be Successful You Will Have
- Certificate II in Health Services or equivalent
- Experience in hospitality, cafe or customer service roles
- Confidence using a coffee machine and preparing quality beverages (desirable)
- A friendly and approachable manner, with a genuine passion for customer service
- The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and take initiative
- Strong communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude
- An empathetic approach and a genuine interest in supporting older people
- An understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
Benefits for You
- Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
- Appreciation leave - relax and take two days 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 this sounds like the right fit, click “Apply Now”, complete your details and submit. You can also apply via our Careers page.
For questions, contact Recruitment@irt.org.au.
Please note: we can’t accept applications or resumes by email—apply through SEEK or our Careers page.
Successful applicants will complete pre-employment checks, including references, a functional assessment, and a National Criminal History Check.