Housekeeper

Embassy of Barbados; Dublin; On-site; EUR 25,064 - 30,021; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Job summary

The Embassy of Barbados in Dublin is seeking a House Keeper who will ensure the cleanliness and upkeep of the Official Residence. Responsibilities include meal preparation and the maintenance of the kitchen while adhering to the Embassy's standards.

The ideal candidate possesses strong communication skills, time management abilities, and attention to detail. Benefits include medical coverage and on-site parking, with a salary of €2468.00 per month.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be Irish citizens or Permanent Residents.
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a Police Certificate of Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the decor, cleanliness, and general presentation of the Official Residence.
• Responsible for the kitchen at the Official Residence.
• Prepare and serve meals for the Ambassador and family.
• Prepare the Residence for social functions and entertain guests.
• Perform general housekeeping duties including laundry and grocery shopping.

Skills

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Integrity and character

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Higher Education

Job description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

POST OF HOUSE KEEPER

The Embassy of Barbados in Dublin is inviting interested persons to fill the vacant post of House Keeper.

The successful applicant should have good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to organise his/her work and manage his/her time in keeping with the Mission’s objectives.

Job Summary

Responsibility to clean and upkeep the Official Residence in keeping with the standards of the Embassy and undertaking assigned duties to facilitate the smooth operation of the Official Residence.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Employee will perform the following functions in the position of Housekeeper:

• Ensuring the decor, cleanliness and general presentation of the Official Residence, inclusive of the grounds.
• General responsibility for the kitchen at the Official Residence.
• General preparation and serving of all required or requested meals to the Ambassador and family.
• Preparation of meals from a menu for the breakfast, lunch, and dinner of the house-guests or visitors of the Ambassador.
• Prior preparation of the Residence for social functions, entertaining and holidays and related activities.
• Leading or assisting in the preparation for and service at all social functions at the Official Residence or the Mission as may be required.
• General housekeeping duties such as vacuuming, dusting, mopping, cobwebbing, sweeping, dishwashing, laundry, grocery shopping and kitchen cleanup, lifting and moving of household items.
• Liaising as necessary with the Authorised Representative at the Embassy and any independent service contractors such as gardeners, on matters of the safety, repair, maintenance, and upkeep of the Residence and grounds.
• Any other duties instructed by the Ambassador, consistent with the above.

Experience, Qualifications and Competencies

• High School Diploma or equivalent or Higher Education
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work
• Attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written-communication skills
• Integrity and character

Citizenship Requirement

Applicants must be Irish citizens or Permanent Residents.

Police Certificate Requirement

Successful candidates will be required to provide a Police Certificate of Conduct.

Wages

€2468.00 per month, plus medical benefits.

Hours of Work

Normal working hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You will be required to work 40 hours a week. Overtime will be paid at the standard rate.

Benefits

• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Work Location

In person