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Room Attendant
Role summary
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The Room Attendant is responsible for cleaning and servicing guest rooms, bathrooms and assigned public areas to Accor standards. Duties typically include changing linen, replenishing amenities, removing rubbish, reporting maintenance issues and respecting guest privacy. Candidates should have good attention to detail, physical stamina and a reliable, positive approach. Previous hotel or cleaning experience is helpful but may not be essential, as training can be provided. The role requires working efficiently both independently and within a housekeeping team, including weekends, public holidays and varied shifts. Strong presentation, honesty, punctuality and a commitment to guest satisfaction are expected.
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 major international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced residences across more than 100 countries. Its portfolio includes brands such as Sofitel, Novotel, Mercure, ibis, Pullman, Mövenpick and many others, serving luxury, premium, midscale and economy markets. Accor focuses on welcoming guests, creating memorable stays and supporting responsible tourism through its sustainability and community initiatives. In Australia, the company operates properties in major cities, regional destinations and popular resort areas, offering employment in accommodation, food and beverage, maintenance, administration and management. Employees may benefit from structured training, career development opportunities and access to staff rates across participating Accor properties. Individual pay, benefits and employment conditions vary by hotel, location, role and applicable Australian workplace awards.