The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Manama

is looking to hire a full-time cleaner/waiter/supervisor for the Ambassador’s Residence

starting March 1^st, 2021.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare Residence for daily use and specific events

• Maintain Residence to appropriate standard for daily use and specific events
• Advise Embassy Administration of any problems with domestic equipment, furniture and furnishings.
• Ensure official tableware etc is cared for, prepare Residence for events, set tables (linen and tableware) appropriately.
• Provide guidance and instructions to outside caterers to ensure smooth running of Residence events.
• Instruct extra staff at events and manage their performance to ensure a high level of service to guests.

 Cleaning

• Keep representational areas of Residence (inside and outside) clean and tidy at all times.
• Clean silverware, official tableware and glasses as necessary.
• Clean Residence after events.

 Serving and Waiting

• Serve and wait at table to the standard necessary in the Residence, with care for particular food and drink requirements.
• Serve drinks and canapés at receptions.
• Prepare and serve refreshments for Residence’s visitors at meetings.

 Facility Management

• Access control for all non-official visitors to the residence.
• Supervision of all outside contractors who are on the residence grounds for repair and maintenance work.
• Supervision of goods delivery.
• 24/7 availability in case of an emergency.

  Requirements

• Excellent people skills
• Strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of English (spoken and written) and preferably Hindi/Urdu and Arabic.
• Physical fitness, distinguished presence (work clothing is provided)
• Ability to work in a team.
• Strong work ethic (be punctual, reliable, honest, thorough, accountable).
• Flexibility with regard to working hours (regular evening events)

 Desired additional qualifications, if applicable

• Cooking skills.
• Previous experience in an Ambassador’s Residence.
• Knowledge of German language

  
  

Apply by January 31^st, 2021. Please send your CV and motivation letter to:

German Embassy Manama / Administration

Bldg. 39, Rd No. 322, Bl. 327, Salmaniya Avenue

P.O. Box 10306

Manama

We will not acknowledge receipt of applications. Only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted.