Housekeeper - Sydney Central

YHA Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel Perks

Staff discounts

Growth opportunities

Cultural flexibility

Wellbeing support

Referral program

Job summary

YHA Australia is seeking a friendly Housekeeper/Room Attendant for YHA Sydney Central. This part-time role requires a minimum of 15 hours per week and a 24/7 roster, including some weekend and night shifts. You’ll help keep our busy hostel clean, welcoming and comfortable for guests.

Previous housekeeping experience is preferred but not essential. You’ll collaborate with a small team, follow safety and cleanliness standards, and enjoy travel perks, staff discounts, and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping experience is preferred but not essential.
• Able to work in a fast-paced hostel environment.
• Good communication and teamwork are important.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of guest rooms and shared spaces.
• Assist guests with requests and ensure a welcoming environment.
• Follow safety, hygiene and cleanliness protocols.

Skills

Housekeeping

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

11 Rawson Pl, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

About us
At YHA Australia, we provide affordable, quality accommodation with purpose. We're committed to creating a more open and welcoming world where connections thrive and experiences matter.
What sets us apart? We're a not-for-profit, membership-based social enterprise, where profits go straight back into improving our properties and creating positive social, cultural and environmental impacts. For over 80 years, we've been making travel accessible and transformative.
Our network spans 20 uniquely characterful properties across Australia - from the rooftop views of Sydney Harbour YHA to historic cells at Fremantle Prison to eco-retreats nestled in National Parks and beachside beauties in Byron Bay and Port Elliot.
We're proudly part of Hostelling International - a global community of 3,000+ places to stay across 70+ countries. We believe travel should do more than move you from place to place, it should move you to think differently, live boldly, and protect the world you're exploring.YHA Sydney Central YHA Sydney Central is located the heart of the city centre and close to all the action. This award-winning hostel, with indoor pool offers guests panoramic views of the city from the rooftop outdoor area. YHA Sydney Central offers shared dormitory accommodation as well as private rooms. The property has two commercial kitchens, spacious dining rooms, an underground bar, cinema room, cafe and lounge areas and a guest laundry.

About the role
Our housekeeping team plays a big part in keeping the property clean, welcoming and up to the standards our guests expect from YHA. We have day shift and night shift positions available. Let us know in your application which shift you're interested in, or if you're open to both. What we're looking for

Previous experience in housekeeping or as a Housekeeper, Room Attendant, or in commercial cleaning (ideal but not essential).

Willingness to work as part of a fun, busy team.

Flexible availability for a 24/7 roster, Monday to Friday shifts as well as some weekend and night shifts available (This is a part-time position with a minimum of 15 hours per week.)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Our values are at the heart of our organisation and the foundation of our culture. They are our compass, guiding our decisions and actions.

Collaborate, listen and connect

Care for people and planet

What's in it for you?

Travel Perks: Free stays across our network, because we love travel as much as our members do!

Team Adventures: Opportunities to visit other locations for team building and training.

Discounts: Access to benefits at various stores and across the YHA network.

Growth: Professional development and career opportunities throughout YHA.

Cultural Flexibility: Swap standard public holidays for ones that have personal meaning.

Wellbeing Support: For you and your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program.

Referral Program: Know someone great? We reward successful candidate referrals.

Ready to help make the world a more connected place?
Submit your resume and a cover letter telling us why you're right for this role!

Screening Questions

• Do you have a Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)?
• Please confirm if you are an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident ?
• If not a Citizen or Permanent Resident, please confirm what visa you currently hold?