View Vacancy - Residence Chef (LUX23.297)

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Residence and Support Staff)
Cook/Chef

Who are we? 

The British Embassy in Luxembourg, is part of a world-wide network of nearly 270 diplomatic offices, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas. We are looking for a Residence Chef  to join our Residence team.

Main purpose of job: 

The successful candidate will be expected to provide high-quality catering for the Ambassador’s Residence in Luxembourg, and wider Residence support as needed.

Why should you apply? 

The British Embassy Luxembourg is a small and fun team to work with. We offer developmental training to help job holders get the most out of their role and may offer flexible working arrangements where they do not impact on delivering core tasks.

Roles and responsibilities: 

1.    Food preparation

  • Prepare and present a wide range of appropriate high quality food to a high standard, suitable for providing excellent hospitality to the Ambassador’s guests, in line with direction from the Ambassador and
  • Residence Manager as required. This will include breakfasts, lunches and dinners as well as special events such as cocktail receptions or buffet events.
  • Ensure that excellent hygiene procedures are followed at all times.
  • Agree menus with the Ambassador and Residence Manager.
  • Test new items in advance of events as necessary.
  • Plan for specific food requirements of guests, taking into account allergies, religious restrictions and preferences and come up with creative alternatives.
  • Plan food preparation to ensure that there is adequate time for all events in the Residence diary.

2.    Procurement

  • Shop for high quality food and other domestic requirements of the Residence at competitive prices, in line with direction from the Ambassador and Residence Manager.
  • Select shops for high quality food at competitive prices, obtaining value for money.
  • Select and purchase kitchen equipment as needed.

3.    Cleaning and maintenance

  • Monitor kitchen hygiene and sanitation practices as well as follow kitchen safety standards.
  • Study the FCDO Health & Safety guidance and apply it in practice, creating and carrying out weekly / monthly cleaning schedules.
  • The jobholder will liaise with the Residence Manager in the preparation of all official events, ensuring timely and effective delivery through effective communication and directing additional kitchen staff as required.
  • The jobholder may be required to provide wider Residence support e.g. helping with set-up for major events.

4.    Other

  • Provide versatile Residence support where needed.
  • Work with external caterers, as required, so that they can use kitchen equipment and ensure that they follow the standards expected in the Residence.
  • Full professional proficiency in French (written and spoken, minimum of C1 level for CEFR framework*) and English (written and spoken, minimum of A2 level for CEFR framework*);
  • Experience of catering for large events (finger food type) preparing 3 course meal or working as a chef;
  • Ability to demonstrate chef skills to the highest level and ability to create new, high-quality dishes;
  • Professional knowledge of cooking ingredients and procedures;
  • Excellent kitchen management and food hygiene control;
  • Being able to work under pressure and complete tasks to a high standard;
  • Excellent organisational, communication and planning skills;
  • Ambition to learn new things and open to personal development;
  • Readiness to work flexibly, including evenings, if required and with advance notice.
  • Valid driving licence;
  • Formal culinary training and qualification; 
  • Understanding of local, seasonal produce;
  • Open to developing vegetarian and vegan menus;
  • Baking/Patisserie experience.
Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace, Working Together
11 June 2023
Administrative Assistant (AA)
Part-Time, Permanent
20
Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia
Luxembourg
Luxembourg
British Embassy
1
EUR
€ 2,090.15
17 July 2023

This is a part - time position on a permanent contract.

The advertised annual salary includes a 13th month salary bonus payment which is also part of the remuneration pack.

The successful candidate will be subject to professional background check and security clearance.

Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Luxembourg are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Luxembourgish employment law.

Visa/work permit requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Luxembourg and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract.

Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements to live and work in this country.

Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.

We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application, since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.

Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.

FCDO does not pay for travel related expense incurred in interviews (including Security Check) or accept any financial risk, including cancelation or reschedule costs. The FCDO will not meet the costs connected with relocation if offered a position.

*Please note for more information on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment  levels  please click on the following link CEFR. Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your language skill is going to be assessed.

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This opportunity is closed to applications.