Catering Attendant - Holiday Casuals
- Join the Brisbane team as a Holiday Casual Catering Attendant.
- Prepare and plate meals for airline passengers.
- Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
Brisbane
Make the most of the 2026 holiday season with a rewarding casual opportunity at Brisbane Airport!
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 Brisbane team as a Holiday Casual Catering Attendant and play a key role in creating memorable dining experiences for passengers onboard some of the world’s leading airlines. Working in a fast-paced commercial kitchen, you'll be part of a collaborative team ensuring flights are fully stocked and ready for service throughout our busy holiday period from November to January. Responsibilities include:
- Preparing, portioning, and plating meals following visual presentation guides.
- Assembling meal trays to airline specifications and loading them into airline carts.
- Stocking airline carts with packaged food, beverages, and equipment.
- Loading and unloading dishwashers with cutlery, crockery, and glassware, ensuring all items are clean and in perfect condition.
- Following all food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety policies, including HACCP, IFSA, and QSAI standards.
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.
- Strong commitment to safety, hygiene and compliance.
- Team-first mindset with a willingness to support others.
- Good communication and basic numeracy skills.
- Basic knife skills (role-specific).
- Food hygiene and HACCP knowledge (desirable).
Benefits
- 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. For support or adjustments, contact recruitment-dc-aus@dnata.com
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