Hospitality Team Leader - Illawarra

IRT Australia; Tarrawanna; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible working hours

Appreciation leave – two days off

Career development opportunities

Multiple career pathways

Discounted gym memberships

EAP and staff wellness program

Job summary

IRT Australia is seeking a motivated Hospitality Team Leader to oversee planning, ordering, preparation and compliance of food service, laundry and cleaning operations in a Permanent Part-Time role.

The position is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 0800–1600, with responsibilities spanning staff supervision, meal planning, HACCP compliance and service standards to support residents' quality food experiences.

Qualifications

• Certificate III (or higher) in Hospitality or Commercial Cookery.
• Certificate IV in Leadership & Management (or willingness to obtain).
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Strong verbal, written, presentation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving, negotiating and organisational skills.
• Ability to plan and prioritise own work and/or work of others to meet deadlines.
• Understanding of Aged Care Quality and Food Safety Standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentoring and supervising hospitality employees, including reviewing performance.
• Plan, ordering and overseeing the preparation of all meals (dietary requirements) and light refreshments for residents.
• Ensure food safety documentation is complete and that all practices meet HACCP requirements.
• Ensure deliveries are received and processed per IRT food safety plan.
• Monitor cleaning contractor team to ensure standards are met.
• Ensure hospitality services meet Aged Care Quality Standards and IRT policies.
• Participate in recruitment, selection and orientation of team members.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

HACCP

Staff Supervision

Planning

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality

Certificate IV in Leadership & Management

Job description

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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 is committed to enhancing our leadership capabilities, offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and dedicated Hospitality Team Leader to oversee the planning, ordering, preparation, and compliance of food service, laundry, and cleaning operations.

This role is offered as a Permanent Part-Time position, 37.5 hours per week. The working hours are Monday - Friday, 0800 – 1600.

Your work will include:

• Leading, mentoring and supervising hospitality employees, including reviewing performance
• Responsibility for the planning, ordering and overseeing the preparation of all meals (complying with resident dietary requirements) and light refreshments to ensure residents enjoy a quality food experience
• Ensuring food safety documentation is complete and that all work practices meet HACCP requirements. Ensure all corrective actions are completed with specified timeframes
• Ensuring deliveries are received and processed in accordance with IRT food safety plan
• Monitoring IRT cleaning contractor team members to ensure cleaning standards are met
• Ensure the management and delivery of hospitality services meets Aged Care Quality Standards and is in line with IRT’s policies and procedures
• Participating in the recruitment, selection and orientation of team members in line with IRT’s policies and procedures

To Be Successful You Will Have

• Certificate III (or higher) in Hospitality or Commercial Cookery
• Certificate IV in Leadership & Management (or willingness to obtain)
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Proven experience in a similar role
• Sound verbal, written, presentation, communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated problem solving, negotiating and organisational skills
• Ability to plan and prioritise own work and/or work of others to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated understanding of the Aged Care Quality and Food Safety Standards

Benefits for You

• Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
• Flexible working conditions
• 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

Successful applicants will complete pre-employment checks, including references, a functional assessment, and a National Criminal History Check.