Housekeeper/Cook at the Embassy of Ireland

The Embassy of Ireland, Oslo is seeking to recruit a Housekeeper and Cook for the Official Accommodation of the Ambassador. This is a full time position, subject to a probationary period and will start as soon as possible.

Roles and Responsibilities:

The precise range of duties will vary over time, but will include the following:

• Performance of tasks at the Official Accommodation of the Ambassador to ensure that it is fit for purpose for official representation

• Cleaning and first line maintenance of the Official Accommodation and associated duties (including path clearing during snow)

• Supervision of suppliers at the Official Accommodation including liaison with security, landscaping and other contractors and delivery operatives on site as well as liaison with the Embassy

• Preparation of meals and catering of functions including receptions, buffets, and sit down lunches and dinners

• Service at dinners, lunches, receptions and other externally-catered events hosted by the Embassy, including the supervision of additional staff for larger events

• Assistance with the organisation of functions and events

• Provision of tea/coffee for meetings on request

• Cleaning of kitchen, food preparation areas and all kitchen equipment to a high standard

• Sourcing and purchase of safe and high quality food for official functions and liaison with wholesalers

• Care and management of all State assets at the Official Accommodation, including representational crystal, silver, china and alcohol

• Maintenance and upkeep of the Official Accommodation inventory

• Management of the Accommodation during absence of the Ambassador on leave or otherwise

• Any other duties which may be required

The Job Description and Application Form for this position are available on our website https://www.ireland.ie/en/norway/oslo/about/job-opportunities/vacancy-housekeeper-cook/

Completed application forms should be sent via e-mail only to OsloEMRecruitment@dfa.ie with the subject line Housekeeper/Cook. Please note that CVs will not be accepted; the application form must be completed in full

Applications must be received before 16:30 hrs. (Local time) Monday 11th August 2025.

No applications will be accepted after this deadline. Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.