Catering Attendant (Operations)

dnata; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks leave

Free onsite parking

Meals provided

Uniforms

EAP 24/7

Career development

Retail discounts

Novated leasing

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

dnata catering & retail in Brisbane is hiring a full-time Catering Attendant to support flights with ready-to-serve meals and stocked carts in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

You will disassemble and reassemble airline carts, load and unload equipment, and maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and safety compliance while working shifts including weekends and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Full ongoing working rights in Australia.
• Ability to pass pre-employment checks, incl. National Police Check and medical assessment.
• Availability to work shifts (including weekends and public holidays) and the ability to stand for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in chilled and refrigerated environments
• Strong commitment to safety, hygiene and compliance.
• Team-first mindset with a willingness to support others.
• Food hygiene and HACCP knowledge (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Disassembling airline carts and loading equipment into commercial dishwashers.
• Unloading dishwashers and ensuring all equipment is clean and ready for use.
• Reassembling airline carts and distributing stock to operational work areas.
• Handling food waste, general waste, and bonded goods in line with company procedures.
• Performing manual handling tasks, including lifting and carrying, throughout the shift.
• Following all food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety policies, including HACCP, IFSA, and QSAI standards.

Skills

Good communication

Basic numeracy

Teamwork

Food hygiene

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Brisbane

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About Us

Part of the Emirates Group, dnata catering & retail is Australia’s leading inflight catering and retail partner. We support many of the world’s most recognised airlines, delivering award‑winning meals and exceptional service that create memorable inflight dining experiences for thousands of travelers each day.

A day in the life of a Catering Attendant

Join our Brisbane team as a full-time Catering Attendant and play a key role in creating a memorable dining experience for passengers onboard some of the world’s top airlines. Working in a fast-paced commercial kitchen, you will be part of a collaborative team ensuring flights are fully stocked and ready for service.

As Part Of Our Operations Team, Responsibilities Include

• Disassembling airline carts and loading equipment into commercial dishwashers.
• Unloading dishwashers and ensuring all equipment is clean and ready for use.
• Reassembling airline carts and distributing stock to operational work areas.
• Handling food waste, general waste, and bonded goods in line with company procedures.
• Performing manual handling tasks, including lifting and carrying, throughout the shift.
• Following all food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety policies, including HACCP, IFSA, and QSAI standards.
  
  

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About You

• Full ongoing working rights in Australia.
• Ability to pass pre-employment checks, incl. National Police Check and medical assessment.
• Availability to work shifts (including weekends and public holidays) and the ability to stand for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in chilled and refrigerated environments
• Strong commitment to safety, hygiene and compliance.
• Team-first mindset with a willingness to support others.
• Good communication and basic numeracy skills.
• Food hygiene and HACCP knowledge (desirable).
  
  

Benefits

• 5 weeks annual leave and competitive pay rates.
• Free onsite parking, meals and uniforms.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available 24/7.
• Career development and progression supported by dedicated training.
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers, novated leasing and wellbeing resources.
  
  

At dnata, we value an inclusive and respectful workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. For support or adjustments, contact [email protected]

The Recruitment process includes interviews, health checks, reference and criminal history checks, and verification of working rights. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more information on careers at dnata catering & retail please visit www.dnatacateringcareers.com.au