Night Attendants and Weekend Cook

Join AHL and make a real difference

At Aboriginal Hostels Limited (AHL), we’re all about connection, care and opportunity. The work is real and so is the impact!

We provide culturally safe, affordable accommodation for First Nations people travelling away from home and for over 50 years, we have been helping change lives across Australia.

You’re not just working; you are creating a place where people can feel safe and at home.

AHL is looking for reliable and a motivated Night Attendants and Weekend Cook to join our team and help create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment at our Iris Clay and Tonky Logan Hostels in Townsville QLD. This is a great opportunity to be part of important work that supports First Nations peoples across Australia.

If you’re looking for a position in a supportive team where your efforts truly matter, we would love to hear from you.

The key duties of the position include:

Night Attendants:

The Night Attendant position will assist with the monitoring of the night security of the hostel in accordance with AHL’s policies and procedures.

Duties include but not limited to:

• Monitor premises to preserve order and protect property.
• Oversee and record entry/exit of residents, staff and visitors.
• Report and assist in escalating emergencies following established procedures.
• Enter and maintain data on AHL’s online reservation system.
• Record daily activities and note irregularities, eg. equipment or property damage, theft, unauthorised persons, or unusual occurrences) using established templates.
• Carry out cleaning duties to ensure hostel grounds, gardens, windows, and the property are kept tidy.
• Prepare rooms for housekeeping the following day.

Weekend Cook:

The Cook position will assist with the preparation of meals and day-to-day operation of the kitchen in accordance with food standards and relevant legislation.

Typical responsibilities for Cook may include:

• Preparing and serving meals in accordance with AHL’s set menus.
• Maintaining compliance with Food Safety Standards and other relevant legislation.
• Assisting with food ordering, receive and monitor food and kitchen supplies.
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen and kitchen equipment.
• Preparing the dining room for mealtimes and clean up afterwards.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply, applicants must be Australian Citizens.

Prior to engagement the successful applicants will be required to:

• Provide an Australian Citizenship document (e.g. birth certificate or passport)
• Undergo a satisfactory National Criminal History Check
• Hold and maintain a working with children check in QLD
• Meet the fitness for duty requirements
• All Hostel Workers are required to be in good physical health, and will be required to walk, lift and carry due to the nature of the positions. These positions work a flexible schedule and must be able to move continuously during working hours. Shift work may apply.
• Hold or obtain relevant qualifications where appliable.

Notes

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: 15.4% superannuation and generous leave entitlements to make sure you’re well looked after.
• Job Security & Career Growth: Employment with plenty of opportunities to grow and move up within the organisation.
• Supportive Team Environment: Be part of a friendly, inclusive team where your work is valued.
• Generous shift penalties: This role require one weekend work - 50% penalty rates for Saturday. 100% penalty rates for Sunday.
• Regular salary packaging options: For vehicles, superannuation and devices PLUS - ability to salary sacrifice $15,900 per FBT year for rent, mortgage or living expenses. This benefit reduces taxable income, increasing fortnightly pay.
• Generous Leave Entitlements – including additional days off when a your RDO falls on a public holiday, 18 days sick/personal leave per annum, cultural and NAIDOC day leave.
• Employee Assistance Program: Employees, their partners, and their dependants will have access to a confidential, professional counselling service to assist employees to manage personal and work issues.

How to apply

• Upload and complete the application form, available from our website Work with us | Aboriginal Hostels Limited
• Email your application form and current resume to [email protected] by 11:59PM AEST, Thursday 17 September 2026.
• Include your name and the job reference (VN-0772309) in the subject of your email.
• Contact person: Jackson Beckley - [0437 767 985](tel:0437 767 985)

Getting to know the Aboriginal Hostels Limited

Our purpose is to provide culturally safe and affordable accommodation for First Nations people who need to be away from home to access services and economic opportunities. Across our network of hostels, dedicated AHL staff provide accommodation and meals for residents in a culturally safe and supportive environment. We have a strong network of relationships with other organisations, including First Nations organisations. This network both refers residents to AHL and works alongside AHL to support residents to meet their needs. We are proud to be one of the largest employers of First Nations people in the Australian Public Service, First Nations employees make up over 40% of our workforce. Working with us will provide you with a chance to contribute to improving the quality of life and economic opportunities for First Nations people.