Residence Intern

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow. Job Category Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services) Job Subcategory 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 job will be to gain experience of working in a high quality environment, and provide hands-on support to the team that manages 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.

Assisting the Head of Housekeeping & Service with office administration and deputising for her during absences, working independently

Assisting the Head Chef in the kitchen to prepare for events or administrational tasks

Assisting the Residence team with housekeeping duties and decorations at the Residence

Managing the IT & Sound Systems

Helping with the organisation of our annual King´s Birthday Party Reception with 500 guests in June; sending out invitation, updating guests list etc.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience Fluency at B2 level in English according to CEFR framework*, or equivalent.

Some proven experience of the Hospitality Industry, especially from a hotel or events perspective.

Outgoing and welcoming - being used to dealing with people in a friendly manner.

Having a ‘can do’ attitude and being a “Team Player.

Knowing the basic principles of formal and informal food service - familiar with housekeeping functions, and food preparation standards.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

Fluency at B2 level in German and/or French according to CEFR framework*, or equivalent.

To be able to demonstrate more in-depth knowledge of the Hospitality industry, and be willing to pass on their knowledge to the team

Required behaviours Changing and Improving, Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together Application deadline 5 November 2024 Grade Internship Type of Position Full-time, Intern, Fixed Term 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 Type of Salary monthly Start Date 6 January 2025 Other benefits and conditions of employment

This is an Internship contract for 40 working hours per week.

Gross monthly salary is CHF 2190. The annual leave entitlement is 25 days per year pro rata and the Embassy also enjoys a maximum of 14 Swiss/ UK 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 is provided throughout the year both directly at post and virtually through the FCDO International Academy. There will be opportunities to attend training, lectures etc. on the job.

Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy are subject to terms and conditions service according to Swiss employment law.

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

The successful candidate must have pre-existing work authorisation for Switzerland in order to apply. All applicants should have the right to live and work in Switzerland.

Visa/work permit requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Switzerland 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.

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