Hospitality Team Leader - Illawarra

IRT Group; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working conditions

Appreciation leave

Professional and career development

Discounted gym memberships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

IRT Group is seeking a Permanent Part-Time Hospitality Team Leader to oversee planning, ordering, preparation and compliance of food service, laundry and cleaning operations across our aged care facilities.

You will lead, mentor and supervise hospitality staff, manage meal preparation to meet resident dietary requirements, ensure HACCP compliance and contribute to delivering high-quality dining experiences for older Australians.

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
• 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

Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring and supervising hospitality employees, including reviewing performance
• 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
• 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
• Ensuring the management and delivery of hospitality services meets Aged Care Quality Standards
• Participating in the recruitment, selection and orientation of team members in line with IRT's policies and procedures

Skills

Staff supervision

Communication

Time planning

Problem solving

Education

Certificate III in Hospitality or Commercial Cookery

Certificate IV in Leadership & Management

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

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 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 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

For questions, contact ***********@irt.org.au.

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