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Room Attendant
Role summary
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The Room Attendant is responsible for cleaning and servicing guest rooms, bathrooms, corridors and other assigned areas to Sofitel’s quality standards. Duties typically include changing linen, replenishing amenities, removing rubbish, reporting maintenance issues and respecting guest privacy. Candidates should be physically fit, reliable, well presented and able to work efficiently while standing, bending and lifting for extended periods. Previous housekeeping or hotel experience is helpful but may not always be essential. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate attention to detail, a positive attitude, teamwork, discretion and strong commitment to cleanliness and guest satisfaction. Flexible availability, including weekends, public holidays and early shifts, 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 Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach
Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach is a luxury hotel located in Broadbeach on Queensland’s Gold Coast, close to beaches, restaurants, shopping and entertainment venues. It operates under Sofitel, Accor’s French-inspired luxury hospitality brand, which combines local culture with refined service, stylish design and a strong emphasis on guest experience. The hotel provides accommodation, dining, leisure and event facilities for domestic and international visitors. As part of Accor, employees may benefit from structured training, career development opportunities and access to group-wide staff benefits, subject to local conditions. The workplace is likely to be fast-paced and guest-focused, with close cooperation between housekeeping, front office, food and beverage, engineering and management teams. Employees are expected to uphold professional presentation, service standards, workplace safety and the welcoming hospitality associated with the Sofitel brand.