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.