Catering Cleaner

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

IRT Catering are seeking a Permanent Full Time Cleaner to assist with the day to day domestic services of our Central Production Kitchen. The role will be required to be available 6am to 2:30pm or 8:30am to 5:00pm (rotating schedule).

As a Cleaner, you will be responsible for delivering domestic services in our catering kitchen and cleaning duties. You will use your skills in time-management and attention to detail to ensure that work is completed to an exceptional standard, whilst gaining a rewarding career in the Aged Care Sector. 

Your work may include:

• Ensuring a clean and hygienic work area.
• Sanitise and the cleaning of a Commercial Production Kitchen.
• The cleaning of public areas within the Catering Services Centre.
• Maintain a high level of personal hygiene, cleanliness and presentation adhering to the uniform/appearance and behaviour policy as per Staff Handbook.
• Adhere to OH&S requirements for a safe, clean environment and report any accidents/incidents to the Supervisor.
• Complete relevant documentation in an accurate and timely manner
• Other duties as required by the manager not inconsistent with the role.
• A sound level of verbal and written communication skills

To Be Successful You Will Have

• The demonstrated experience in the use of cleaning chemicals which may be used in a Commercial Production Kitchen
• Awareness of hygiene and safety issues in a Commercial Production Kitchen Environment 
• Experience as a Commercial Cleaner in a Commercial Kitchen Environment.
• Ability to undertake work in a refrigerated environment
• A sound level verbal and written communication skills
• A demonstrated willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team

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.