View Vacancy - Residence Housekeeping Supervisor
The British Embassy in Cairo is looking to recruit a Residence Housekeeping Supervisor, job grade S2, to start as soon as possible.
Main purpose of job:
The successful candidate will need to maintain the cleanliness of different areas in the residence as well as the guest rooms. To prepare guest rooms for expected visitors and providing turndown service to the guests in-house.
The main duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Replace guest amenities and supplies in rooms.
- Make beds and fold sheets.
- Remove trash, dirty linens and room service items.
- Greet guests and take care of requests.
- Straighten desk items, furniture and appliances.
- Dust, polish and remove marks from walls and furnishings.
- Vacuum carpets and floor care duties.
- Ironing residence and guest clothes.
- General cleaning in different areas in the residence as well as the laundry equipment.
- Supervise the operation in guest rooms floor.
This list is not exhaustive and you may be required to carry out additional duties according to business needs.
Key Behaviours:
- Delivering at Pace – Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive.
- Managing a Quality Service – Deliver service objectives with professional excellence, expertise and efficiency, taking account of diverse customer needs.
- Working Together - Form effective partnerships and relationships with people both internally and externally, from a range of diverse backgrounds, sharing information, resources and support.
- Changing and Improving - Seek out opportunities to create effective change and suggest innovative ideas for improvement. Review ways of working, including seeking and providing feedback.
- A good level of Arabic and English language skills.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in housekeeping or in a relevant role.
- Strong organisational and multitasking skills with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment.
- High standard of personal presentation and able to demonstrate discretion, courtesy, and consideration at all times.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
- Awareness of different detergents and cleaning supplies.
- Awareness of different amenities and facilities available in standard guest rooms.
- Strong in English language skills.
- Familiar with computerized sheets.
Eligibility:
Applicants must already reside in Egypt and hold the right to live and work there.
Remuneration:
The Embassy aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role, including a non-negotiable gross salary of USD 389 per month subject to insurance and tax as per the usual regulations based on a 42 hours per week, Saturday – Thursday from 9:00 – 16:00 subject to changes and extensions according to business requirements.
Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
We offer a competitive package including medical benefits, performance related bonus, recreational facilities, opportunities for job related training & development, etc. There are no other allowances payable as part of this package. No accommodation and relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.
This is for a full-time employment, on a fixed-term basis for one (1) year, subject to a 3-month probationary period.
The British Embassy is committed to helping staff develop in their careers through formal and informal training and coaching. A healthy and active Learning & Development committee supports staff in their goals. In addition, we have access to the substantial amount of resources that the Embassy and UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office’s International Academy provides.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply through the following:
- Submit an online application form and attach an updated CV
- Applicants can send their CV to britishembassycairovacancies@fcdo.gov.uk;
- Submit a hard copy CV in the Embassy Office addressing to Corporate Services HR.
The closing date for applications is 23:55 (Local Time) 17 September 2022
Please note that incomplete applications or applications received after the stated deadline will not be taken into consideration.
Due to the large amount of applications, we receive only those shortlisted for the interview will be contacted.
The start date mentioned in the job advert is a tentative start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security-vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances.
Personal data collected will be treated in strictest confidence under the terms of the UK Data Protection Act and used for recruitment purposes only.
The British Embassy Cairo is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. Staffs recruited locally by the British Embassy are subject to Terms and Conditions of service according to local Egypt employment law.
This opportunity is closed to applications.
