About this role
About IRT We are a large-scale Central Production Kitchen (CPK) specialising in the preparation of nutritious, high-quality meals for aged care residents. Using a cook-chill production system, we prepare, portion, and distribute meals to multiple aged care facilities, ensuring residents receive safe, delicious, and nutritionally balanced food every day.
About the Role
- We are seeking a motivated and reliable Catering Cleaner to join our production team in a casual capacity.
- This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic working environment and enjoys working as part of a fast-paced food production team.
- Reporting to the Production Supervisors, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation throughout our Central Production Kitchen, ensuring all work areas, equipment and facilities meet food safety and hygiene requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across kitchen, production, storage and general work areas Clean and sanitise kitchen equipment, machinery, utensils and food preparation surfaces Complete dishwashing and cleaning duties in accordance with daily production requirements Ensure floors, walls, benches and other surfaces are kept clean and free from hazards Follow food safety, HACCP and workplace health and safety procedures at all times Safely handle and use cleaning chemicals in accordance with procedures Remove waste and recycling and maintain clean waste disposal areas Ensure cleaning schedules and checklists are completed accurately Support the production team to maintain a safe, hygienic and organised working environment Work collaboratively with kitchen and production staff to support daily operations To Be Successful You Will Have A positive attitude and strong work ethic Previous cleaning experience, preferably in a commercial kitchen or food production environment (desirable) Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high cleaning standard Ability to follow cleaning schedules, procedures and instructions Knowledge of cleaning practices, hygiene and sanitation standards Understanding of safe chemical handling and use of cleaning equipment Commitment to food safety, HACCP and workplace health and safety requirements Strong teamwork and communication skills Physical capability to stand for extended periods and perform manual handling tasks Flexibility and willingness to assist with general cleaning duties as required Benefits for You Day shifts with a structured roster Supportive team environment Opportunity to make a meaningful difference through the provision of quality meals Stable employment with a growing organisation Opportunities for career progression within catering and food services The satisfaction of contributing to the wellbeing of aged care residents through quality meal production.
- How to Apply If this sounds like the right fit, click “Apply Now” , complete your details and submit.
- You can also apply via our Careers page . For questions, contact [email protected] . Please note: we can’t accept applications or resumes by email—apply through SEEK or our Careers page . Successful applicants will complete pre-employment checks, including references, a functional assessment, and a National Criminal History Check.