Residence Internship

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

The British Embassy in Berne is part of a world-wide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas and is looking for a Residence Intern to join the team.

The main purpose of this job will be to gain experience of working in a high-quality environment and provide hands-on support to the team that manage and runs the official functions of the British Embassy events at the residence of the Ambassador.

Roles and responsibilities:

- Working in Service during various events (breakfasts, lunches, dinner functions and large receptions). Preparing rooms, tables, mise en place and serving our official guests.
- Ability to work independently whilst assisting the Head of Housekeeping & Service with office administration tasks and deputising during absences.
- Assisting the Head Chef in the kitchen to prepare for events or with administrative tasks as required.
- Assisting the Residence team with housekeeping duties and decorations at the Residence.
- Managing the IT & Sound Systems.
- Helping with the organisation of Embassy Signature events and hosting of VIP guests.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience
- Fluency at a minimum of B2 level in English according to CEFR* or equivalent.
- Proven experience within the Hospitality Industry, especially with a background in hotel or events management perspective.
- Outgoing and welcoming - being used to dealing with people in a friendly manner.
- Having a ‘can do’ attitude and being a team player are important qualities.
- Knowing the basic principles of formal and informal food service, familiarity with housekeeping functions, and food preparation standards is essential.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
- Fluency at B2 level in German and/or French according to CEFR*, or equivalent;
- To be able to demonstrate greater in-depth knowledge of the Hospitality industry, and be willing to pass on their knowledge to the team.
- Required behaviours- Changing and Improving, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace, Working Together Application deadline Application deadline - day Application deadline - month Application deadline - year
- 17 September 2023

Grade
- Internship

Type of Position
- Fixed Term, Full-time, Intern, Flexible working

Working hours per week
- 40

Duration of Post
- 11 months

Region
- Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia

Country/Territory
- Switzerland

Location (City)
- Berne

Type of Post
- British Embassy

Number of vacancies
- 1

Salary Currency
- CHF

Stipend / Allowance
- 2190 gross

Start Date Start Date - day Start Date - month Start Date - year
- 1 October 2023

Other benefits and conditions of employment

Gross monthly salary is CHF 2190. The annual leave entitlement is 25 days per year pro rata and the Embassy privilege and public holidays per year.

FCDO is committed to continual learning and development. The Embassy will provide funding in line with L&D requirements and a variety of learning and development opportunities are provided throughout the year both directly at post and virtually through the FCDO International Academy.

Additional information

Please be advised that the British Embassy will not be able to meet the travel costs incurred when travelling to the interview, nor 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.