Catering Attendant (Operations)

Dnata Catering And Retail; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

Free onsite parking

Meals provided

Uniforms provided

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development

Discounts at retailers

Novated leasing

wellbeing resources

Job summary

dnata catering & retail in Sydney is hiring a full-time Catering Attendant to support onboard service with a fast-paced kitchen team. You will help prepare, stock, and load carts, ensuring flights depart on time with quality meals and service.

You must have full ongoing working rights in Australia, pass pre-employment checks, and be prepared for shifts including weekends. The role emphasizes safety, HACCP compliance, teamwork, and a commitment to customer experience in a dynamic aviation

Qualifications

• Full ongoing working rights in Australia.
• Ability to pass pre-employment checks including National Police Check and medical assessment.
• Availability to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays, and ability to stand for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in chilled and refrigerated environments.
• Strong commitment to safety, hygiene and compliance.

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

Great communication

Basic numeracy

Team player

Hygiene awareness

Safety conscious

Job description

Sydney

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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 awardwinning 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 Sydney 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, you will be:

• 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.

The Recruitment process

may include 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