Employment Opportunities

Residence Team Member (Full-time, 9-month contract)
 
The Embassy of Japan is seeking a mature, responsible person to work at the Ambassador’s residence.
 
 
Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Preparation and upkeep of private quarters (housekeeping)
• Preparation and upkeep of official kitchen (assisting Chef)　
• Duties associated with official functions (including setting up, serving food and drinks etc.)
• Service of meals when required to private quarters
• Carrying out the Ambassador’s requests
• Liaising with appropriate sections of the Embassy
• Answering phones and emails
• Other duties as requested

Requirements for this position include:　

• Must have citizenship, permanent residency or a similar visa to work in Australia
• Integrity including honesty and high ethical standards
• Good communication skills including the ability to listen carefully and ask right questions to gain clarification
• Reliability including good time-keeping
• Attention to detail
• The ability to meet performance standards without supervision
• Commitment
• Adaptability to Japanese cultural ways
• Demonstrated capacity to promote Embassy work ethics, and work effectively in a team environment
• Well presented
• Physical stamina and mobility with ability to lift required loads (to OH&S requirements)
• Ability to work occasional extended hours

Desirable Knowledge & Experience　

• Experience in domestic/kitchen duties and hospitality
• Planning and organising functions in conjunction with other team members
• Knowledge of cleaning products, techniques and methods
• Ironing skills
• Sewing and needlework skills

 
The position is a temporary contract position from 1 June 2025 for 9 months.

An hourly wage will be calculated commensurate with experience and based on the salary scale of the Embassy.

For further information regarding the position, please contact the Administrative Section on admin@cb.mofa.go.jp. Due to the high number of candidates, only successful applicants will be contacted.
 
 
NOTE:
 
Applications should be submitted through Seek by close of business 14th May 2025.
https://www.seek.com.au/job/83531797