Hospitality All-Rounder – Outback Queensland (4089439)
Job Description
Hospitality All-Rounder – Outback Queensland
Are you an experienced hospitality all-rounder who enjoys variety, early starts and being hands-on across multiple areas of a busy venue?
This Outback Queensland opportunity is ideal for someone with strong customer service, barista, administration and hospitality skills, who is equally comfortable working front of house, behind the scenes, in housekeeping and assisting with kitchen duties. With access via bus from Mackay, it’s a great opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional looking for a diverse role and a chance to experience regional Queensland.
The venue provides comfortable guest accommodation, conveniently located close to shopping and essential services, making it a practical base for exploring and working in the region.
Only one position available – not suitable for couples.
Commencement: Before 17th November 2026
Please note: The venue operates on reduced hours for two weeks over the Christmas and New Year period, so work hours are not guaranteed during this time. However, free accommodation is provided throughout this period, giving you the flexibility to stay on or take the opportunity to travel.
Package:
- Casual position
- $33.85 per hour Monday–Friday
- Weekend and after 7.00pm penalty rates apply
- Accommodation + Wi-Fi: $150 per week
- Shared kitchen and amenities
- Laundry facilities available at the motel
- Discounted meals
Duties:
- General administration duties
- Barista work
- Customer service,
- Taking meal orders, running meals, clearing and cleaning tables – RSA essential
- EFTPOS and till operation
- Restaurant online booking system
- General cleaning (restaurant/kitchen/administration areas)
- Housekeeping of guest rooms
- General Maintenance duties
- Minor food prep on occasion (no cooking) – sandwich and wraps for lunch packs
- Kitchen hand work
- Split shifts for breakfast and dinner service may be required
About the Role
This is a genuine all-rounder position, so flexibility is key. You’ll move between front and back of house and help wherever needed to keep the venue operating smoothly.
Your duties may include:
- General administration and office duties
- Barista service
- Providing friendly, efficient customer service
- Taking meal orders and processing payments
- Running meals and clearing and cleaning tables
- RSA-required bar and restaurant duties
- EFTPOS and till operation
- Managing the restaurant’s online booking system
- General cleaning across restaurant, kitchen and administration areas
- Guest room housekeeping
- General maintenance and upkeep
- Basic food preparation, including sandwiches and wraps for lunch packs
- Kitchen hand duties and general kitchen assistance
- Working split shifts across breakfast and dinner service when required
We’re Looking For
The successful candidate will be a versatile and experienced hospitality professional who is happy to get involved across all areas of the operation.
You’ll need:
- Previous barista experience
- Previous hospitality experience across multiple areas
- Strong customer service skills
- Basic computer and administration skills, including confidence using tills and booking systems
- A current RSA, or the ability to obtain one before commencing
- A Food Handlers Certificate, or the ability to obtain one before commencing
- Good written and verbal English
- Confidence working independently and as part of a team
- A flexible, hands-on attitude and willingness to assist wherever required
- The ability to work early mornings, including 4.30am starts
- Flexibility to work split shifts and across breakfast and dinner service
- A willingness to undertake housekeeping, kitchen, restaurant, administration and general duties as needed
This role would suit someone who genuinely enjoys variety and is happy to roll up their sleeves and contribute across the entire venue.
Location & Travel
Outback Queensland
The venue is accessible by bus from Mackay, making this a practical option for candidates travelling without their own vehicle.
Please note: Only one position is available and this role is not suitable for couples.
How to apply:
If you are ready to start your remote adventure and feel you are the right candidate for this role, we would love to hear from you – please forward your resume to jobs@mlkarecruitment.com.au or click ‘Apply Now’ above.
All applications are handled on a confidential basis.
Note, due to confidentiality on some roles, not all our positions are externally advertised.
Who We Are:
MLKA Hospitality Recruitment are industry leaders in remote, regional and outback hospitality employment Australia wide. Australian owned and operated since 2008.
Our roles offer an excellent opportunity for skilled hospitality staff to embark on an adventurous career, experiencing the REAL Australia.
We recruit for equal opportunity employers.
Specific details of our roles, salary and locations are provided during the interview process.
We recruit for the best hospitality employers in regional & remote Australia who can offer their employees a great work/life balance. Our service is 100% free for jobseekers.
Escape the high cost and stresses of city living with a fantastic live in role – accommodation packages are provided with all roles.
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