Food Services / Laundry / Cleaning Assistant

About the role

Respect Mareeba Gardens, one of the largest providers of aged care services in regional Australia, is hiring a Food Services / Laundry / Cleaning Assistant. The role keeps the facility safe, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and visitors, covering cleaning of resident rooms, shared areas and facilities, food service delivery and laundry functions. Casual roles are available, and flexibility to work across shifts, including weekends, is required.

Key responsibilities

• Clean and sanitise resident rooms, bathrooms and shared living areas in line with infection control standards
• Maintain common areas such as lounges, dining rooms, corridors and staff areas
• Safely handle and store cleaning chemicals and equipment according to workplace procedures
• Dispose of waste and manage linen in line with hygiene and safety guidelines
• Follow cleaning schedules and procedures to keep consistent, high-quality standards

Required profile

• Reliable, punctual and able to work weekends and varying shifts
• Able to follow cleaning procedures and infection control guidelines
• Good communicator who follows instructions and safety requirements
• Able to work well in a supportive team
• NDIS worker screen and induction check (or ability to obtain them)
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in residential aged care is desirable

What we offer

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses (rent, mortgage, groceries, bills)
• Additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive leaders, welcoming teams and a friendly workplace culture
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in aged care