Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Residence and Support Staff)
Cook/Chef
Main purpose of job
Prepare meals and refreshments at the British Ambassador’s refreshments, including for meetings and events (lunches, dinners, buffets, receptions and social gatherings), including working with external caterers on a small number of larger events each year.
Supervise events and the running of the residence and order and shop for supplies, ensuring efficiency and value for money at all times.
On a day to day basis look after all aspects of kitchen hygiene, including cleaning and washing up
Roles and Responsibilities
Menu planning and preparation in accordance with set budgets and requirements; adjust plans according to customer’s requirements (eg special diet) and changing circumstances.
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene to high standards of kitchen/pantry areas and all tools/equipment including work surfaces and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Ensure quality of produce, efficient control of stocks and resupply to ensure value for money and minimum waste, and account promptly and fully for any expenditure.
Support the Residence Manager in preparing for and supervising larger events, including hiring, overseeing and working with casual staff as required; share information on kitchen requirements and plans.
Support Residence Manager with inventories (drinks, kitchen supplies, etc), maintenance and any other Residence needs.
Support Residence Manager in supervising the Residence Cleaner.
– High quality cooking skills on a range of cuisines.
– Minimum 2 years experience in business hospitality, ie hotel, private residence, restaurant, catering company, with similar role and responsibilities.
– Strong organisational skills, able to work under pressure delivering a high quality service.
– Understand the impact of the role and security and reputational risks associated with the Residence and wider Embassy; the Residence is a representational platform to deliver UK public diplomacy.
– Ability to change and review practices with other members of the team with a view to improve service.
– Able to work collaboratively whilst showing a good degree of autonomyeffective work and time management and ability to work to deadlines.
– Attention to detail and ability to plan and manage own work.
Language requirements:
Language: Spanish, English (basic spoken English and ability to follow recipes in English)
Collaborating and Partnering, Delivering Value for Money, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace
10 June 2021
S1
Permanent
40
Latin America and Spanish speaking Caribbean
El Salvador
San Salvador
British Embassy
$800
9 August 2021
All applicants should have the right to live and work in El Salvador. The British Embassy does not sponsor for work permits.
The successful candidate will be subject to confirmation of a background check and security clearance.
Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary, eg some non-local national staff and some spouses or partners of UK diplomatic staff, will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
Working patterns:
Job is full time, 40 hours/week. Flexible working is required for occasional early morning, evening duties and weekend events. Extra hours worked will be compensated with TOIL (time off in lieu).
Learning and development opportunities:
The British Embassy is committed to the learning and development of its staff. The Residence Superviser will have access to online learning resources and will be required to undertake some general training. Limited funding is also available for more specialised training.
This position might suit a candidate with catering experience who is seeking greater autonomy and the change to further develop their organisational skills.
The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and have zero tolerance of bullying, discrimination or harassment. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.
The British Embassy Network offers a strong benefits package. This package includes generous vacation and leave time, flexible working patterns, and an enriching learning and development opportunities.
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