British High Commission: Embracing Diversity and Inclusion

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Job Category
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Residence and Support Staff)
Job Subcategory
Waiter/Household Assistant
Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)
Main purpose of job:

The main purpose of this job is to provide routine stewarding duties and support to the Residence Manager and Team

The Steward supports the effective day to day operation of the Residence by delivering high quality service across hospitality, events, housekeeping support, and general operational duties. The role contributes to maintaining a professional, welcoming environment for residents, guests, and official visitors.

This position provides operational support only and does not include administrative cover for the Residence Manager.

Roles and responsibilities:

Provide operational support to ensure smooth running of residence activities and assist with event-related coordination in the absence of the Residence Manager: 20%
Daily general upkeep and cleanliness of the residential entertainment areas: 10%
To keep pantry, drinks refrigerator, and cupboards well stocked at all times and maintain sufficient supplies of other household items, including caring for china and stock keeping silver, cutlery and glassware and conduct regular drinks stock valuation: 10%
Check equipment daily to ensure they are in good working condition and promptly report any defects/malfunctions to the Residence Manager: 10%
Understand and practice the principles of environmental stewardship: 10%
Liaise with the Chef on food and drink requirements for proposed menu for functions: 10%
To work with the Chef on table setting and managing the food and beverage service: 10%
Contact additional stewards as required once numbers agreed with residence manager: 5%
Assist in the set up and break down of service areas for all special functions (buffet, barbecue, etc.): 15%

Essential qualifications, skills and experience
A minimum of 2-3 years’ work experience
Fluency in written and spoken English
Basic knowledge of food and beverage service protocols
Knowledge and experience in food and wine pairing
Previous experience of working in diplomatic, events management or high-profile professional hospitality industry
Able to work accurately on own initiative without direct supervision, while keeping the team appropriately informed
Customer focus with ability to interact with contacts at all levels, both internal and external
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Courteous and discreet manners
Ability to prioritise, effectively manage and multitask
Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with an eye for detail
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
Flexibility to work evenings (and occasionally at weekend events)
Good IT skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Basic knowledge of food and beverage service protocols
Required behaviours
Managing a Quality Service
Application deadline
18 May 2026
Grade
S1
Type of Position
Fixed Term, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal
Working hours per week
35
Duration of Post
12 months
Region
Africa
Country/Territory
Nigeria
Location (City)
Abuja
Type of Post
British High Commission
Number of vacancies
1
Salary Currency
USD
Salary
884.38 (Base salary is subject to tax and other statutory deductions)
Type of Salary
monthly
Start Date
6 July 2026
Other benefits and conditions of employment
Resources managed (staff and expenditure):

There are no direct line management responsibilities, but job holder will work closely with other team members, and with contractors and external waiters etc.

Recruitment Process