Catering Attendant

Role Overview

dnata catering & retail is looking for a Catering Attendant in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. This is a practical, hands-on position that supports the aviation industry by helping prepare onboard food and service items for flights.

As part of the inflight catering team, you will contribute to a smooth passenger experience by preparing meals, assembling trays, organising carts, and making sure equipment is cleaned and ready for use. The work directly supports flight departures and helps keep service running efficiently for travellers across major airlines.

What You Will Do

• Prepare, portion, and arrange meals in line with visual presentation standards.
• Build meal trays according to airline requirements and place them into carts.
• Restock airline carts with packaged food, drinks, and required equipment.
• Load and unload dishwashers, then inspect cutlery, crockery, and glassware to ensure they are clean and in good condition.
• Work in line with food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety rules, including HACCP, IFSA, and QSAI standards.
• Coordinate with team members so deliveries are completed on schedule.

What You Need

• A valid National Police Check.
• Strong spoken and written communication skills.
• Good numerical ability for documentation and reporting.
• Comfort with standing for long periods and lifting or moving items as needed.
• Willingness to work across a 7-day rotating roster.
• Availability for 38 hours per week in a full-time permanent role.
• Well-groomed, tidy presentation with a strong focus on cleanliness.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and HACCP is preferred, though not mandatory.
• Basic knife handling skills are preferred, though not mandatory.

Training and Growth

You will receive training and support to help you succeed in the role, along with genuine opportunities for career development and progression.

Benefits

• Join a close-knit team with a strong safety focus.
• Access competitive pay and penalty rates.
• Enjoy 5 weeks of annual leave.
• Receive free onsite parking, daily staff meals, and uniforms.
• Use a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program available 24/7.
• Benefit from career progression and relocation opportunities across the country.
• Take advantage of retailer discounts, novated leasing, reduced health insurance, and wellbeing resources including online exercise classes.

About the Employer

Part of the Emirates Group, dnata catering & retail is one of Australia's largest inflight catering and retail providers. The company serves many major airlines with award-winning meals and service, operates 16 catering facilities across 12 cities, employs more than 4,000 people, produces over 47 million meals each year, and supports more than 252,000 flights annually.