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Public Area Attendant
Role summary
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The Public Area Attendant is responsible for maintaining clean, safe and presentable public spaces throughout the hotel, including lobbies, corridors, lifts, restrooms and other guest areas. Requirements typically include previous cleaning or hospitality experience, good attention to detail, physical stamina, reliable attendance and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. The successful candidate is expected to follow hygiene and safety standards, use cleaning equipment correctly, respond courteously to guests and maintain Accor’s service standards. Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays is generally required.
Can I work in Australia?
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How it works
How it works: Only Core Skills list jobs (chef, cook, hotel manager) can be sponsored, at AUD 79,423 a year or more; waiters and room attendants are not on the list.
Watch for: The Far North Queensland (Cairns) regional agreement lists waiter, bar and housekeeping supervisors and night auditors, with a pay floor 10% lower.
Official source: Federal Register of Legislation: Core Skills Occupation List for the Skills in Demand visa (Migration (Specification of Occupations, Subclass 482 Visa) Instrument 2024, LIN 24/089, compilation of 7 November 2025). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Australia
Usual for Australia, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Island resorts rent staff a room in a staff village at low cost; city hotels vary |
|---|---|
| Meals | Island resorts: staff dining at low set prices or 20% off; city hotels vary |
| Flights | Varies by employer |
| Service charge | None; tipping is not expected; casuals get 25% extra and weekends earn penalty rates (by law) |
| Contract | Permanent, part-time or casual; probation of up to 6 months is common; sponsored visa up to 4 years |
| Leave | Full-time and part-time: 4 weeks' leave, 10 paid sick days, paid public holidays (by law); casuals none |
| Income tax | Residents: 0% to AUD 18,200, 15% to 45,000, 30% to 135,000, 37% to 190,000, then 45%; plus 2% Medicare levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Accor
Accor is a global hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced residences across a wide range of brands, including luxury, premium, midscale and economy properties. Its portfolio includes well-known names such as Fairmont, Sofitel, Pullman, Mövenpick, Novotel, Mercure, ibis and Mantra. Accor focuses on welcoming guests, dependable service, responsible tourism and creating memorable experiences for both business and leisure travellers. The company employs people across hotel operations, food and beverage, housekeeping, maintenance, administration and management. In Australia, Accor operates properties in major cities, regional destinations and resort areas. Employees may receive structured training, career development opportunities and access to the ALL – Accor Live Limitless loyalty and benefits program, subject to local employment conditions.