Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Residence and Support Staff)
Housekeeper
Please note that due to Covid-19 outbreak, the start date of employment mentioned in the advert is tentative. All recruitment campaigns will remain open for applications and we will progress the recruitment process as swiftly as possible. We will be in touch with you for the interviews/ should there be further updates on the application. However, under the given circumstances, kindly expect some delay in response. Please reach out to if you have any further questions.
Main purpose of the job:
To contribute in providing a high quality Housekeeping and F&B service at the official residence of the British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka in Colombo. This requires working closely with the Residence Manager and members of the High Commission’s residence team.
This is a full time role to work with the permanent household team of 4 or 5 members. This role performs tasks such as keeping the residence clean, delivering all official entertainment, all meal and other catering planning, preparation and service, preparing for and looking after guests, and some basic administration tasks. In addition, this requires supporting the delivery of events at the Residence, and on occasion elsewhere and also working with other teams across the High Commission.
Roles and responsibilities:
- Preparing the table, serving and clearing meals.
- Washing and cleaning all tableware.
- Keeping the residence interior clean and fit for purpose as well as the immediate areas outside the residence.
- Keeping silver and other items (door handles, lamp stands, etc.) polished and clean.
- Preparing for and supporting the delivery of events at the Residence.
- Preparing for, receiving, looking after, serving and seeing off the High Commissioner and his/her family as well as guests.
Language requirements:
Language: English and Sinhala / Tamil
Level of language required: Spoken
Essential on arrival:
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Should be proactive in performing duties and helping others.
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Good communication skills in Sinhalese or Tamil and English.
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Be an active team player with a proven ability to work using own initiative.
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Should have an enthusiastic attitude and willingness to deliver a professional service.
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Be friendly and helpful and able to remain calmness under challenging circumstances.
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Good level of attention to detail for housekeeping work.
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Being courteous and supportive.
Passion for housekeeping.
Changing and Improving, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Demonstrating Resilience
8 November 2020
S3
Fixed Term, Full-time
48
24 months
South Asia & Afghanistan
Sri Lanka
Colombo
British High Commission
1
LKR 45,247 + EPF 12% + ETF 3% per month.
1 December 2020
For British High Commission (BHC) candidates, the Local Staff BHC Terms & Conditions will apply.
For other than BHC candidates, starting salary will be LKR 45,247 + EPF 12% + ETF 3% per month. Other benefits include 13 month’s salary (pro-rated) and medical insurance coverage.
Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment and security checks.
The BHC is recognised as a good employer, with a robust, fair and transparent performance management & appraisal system. The High Commission takes pride in its organisational culture and its strong and diverse team. We offer leave entitlements as per Sri Lankan labour laws.
We treat people with respect and equality and have a policy of zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, bullying, or harassment.
Please quote “Residence Staff – S3, Colombo” in the subject line and send your updated CV to [email protected] by 8th November 2020, midnight (Sri Lanka time zone).
OR
You may send your CV to: British High Commission – No. 389, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 7, Sri Lanka to be received on or before 8th November 2020.
- Applicants who do not have the required qualification & experience should kindly abstain from applying, as their applications will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and no telephone enquires will be dealt with.
- The appointment will be subject to Police Verification and other checks including references, educational and professional.
- We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or creed. We are also open to applications from people who want to work flexibly.”
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