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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 related areas to Accor’s presentation and hygiene standards. Requirements generally include strong attention to detail, physical stamina, reliability and the ability to work efficiently while standing, bending and lifting. Previous hotel or housekeeping experience is helpful but may not be essential, as training is often provided. Candidates should have a professional, friendly attitude, follow workplace health and safety procedures, respect guest privacy and work cooperatively with supervisors and other departments. The role commonly involves early starts, weekends and public holidays, with a focus on completing rooms accurately within set timeframes.
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 numerous countries and market segments. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as ibis, Novotel, Mercure, Mantra, Pullman, Sofitel and Fairmont. Accor properties range from budget accommodation to luxury resorts, with teams working across guest services, housekeeping, food and beverage, events and administration. The company promotes hospitality, guest satisfaction, teamwork and professional development through its ALL – Accor Live Limitless loyalty and lifestyle platform. In Australia, Accor operates hotels in major cities, coastal destinations and regional areas, including the Gold Coast. Employees typically work in diverse, fast-paced environments where presentation, service consistency and safety are important. Benefits and conditions vary by property, position and employment agreement.