JOB DESCRIPTION

View Vacancy – MOR- Residence Chef (AO)

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. The FCDO operates an agile workforce and to facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time, as we may reasonably require.

Job Category

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Residence and Support Staff)

Job Subcategory

Cook/Chef

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

The British Embassy in Rabat invites applications for the position of Residence Chef, job grade Administrative Officer (AO), on a fixed term contract of one (1) year with the possibility of renewal.

The Residence Chef will ensure that every visitor to the Residence has an exceptional experience, that meals are of the highest standard of creativity, and that as much fresh produce as possible is sourced organically from the Residence Garden and locally. The ideal candidate must be highly adaptable, responsive to the Ambassador’s and guests’ requirements, and able to maintain excellence under variable schedules and expectations

Duties and responsibilities:

Prepare all food for official guests (e.g. breakfasts, lunches, afternoon teas, dinners and reception) plus other types of events as required:

• Liaise with the Residence Manager regarding menu choices, budget & cost codes, numbers of guests, dietary requirements, allergies, and additional kitchen staff.
• Prepare high quality and elegantly presented food on time and within budget.
• Supervise kitchen staff and extra staff during events if required, ensuring food safety, standard portions and high-quality dishes.
• Maintain quality control by ensuring dishes meet flavour expectations before service.
• Identify and recommend the most suitable suppliers (e.g. butchers, fishmongers) to ensure high quality produce at competitive prices.
• Collaborate with the Residence gardeners to ensure that the basic seasonal herbs and vegetables are grown throughout the year.
• Prioritize short supply chains by sourcing locally from local suppliers and cooperatives, showcasing and promoting a fusion of both British and Moroccan culinary culture.
• Develop in coordination with the Residence Manager monthly menu proposals for all meals and events (breakfasts, lunches, afternoon teas, dinners, receptions), ensuring variety and minimal repetition. Provide the Residence Manager with estimated cost per item served.
• Use quiet days to plan ahead and fill the freezer with basics for events & visitors.
• Use quiet days to research new recipes.
• Update & print out official menu list monthly.

Keep the Residence kitchen to a high standard of hygiene to maintain a clean and safe kitchen to ensure food safety:

• Ensure that the food meets high quality food safety standards.
• Follow the Embassy Health & Safety guidelines at all times to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Bring to the attention of the Residence Manager maintenance requests.
• Clean the hob, oven, worktops, sinks daily.
• Clean the fridges & freezers, shelves, drawers, kitchen floor weekly.
• Fridge management – label, separate and store food correctly.
• Freezer management – label, separate and store food correctly.
• Ensure sanitation practices are followed in the kitchen.

Oversee the Residence food purchasing and kitchen operations:

• Maintain accurate and up to date inventory records.
• Monitor and maintain stock levels under the guidance of the Residence Manager.
• Ensure essential supplies are purchased in line with the allocated budget and the official requirements.
• Restock food produce as needed.
• Record and input GPC expenditure into the system within the Embassy guidelines.
• Rotate supplies to ensure minimum waste and maintain quality.
• Responsible for ethical and efficient management of kitchen resources reducing food waste and creatively transforming ingredients to maximize their potential.

Other tasks:

• Collaborate with the Residence Manager to ensure all kitchen equipment and inventory are regularly maintained, monitored, and properly cared for.
• Work as a member of the Residence team of four, showing flexibility to help occasionally with other tasks.
• Use quiet days to plan ahead and fill the freezer.

The above list is not exhaustive, and the jobholder will be required to be flexible as specific responsibilities could change in the future, and this would be at the discretion of the line manager. The job description may be reviewed to meet changes in business needs. The jobholder may also take on other ad hoc tasks as required.

Key behaviours required:

• Delivering at Pace – Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive.
• Working Together – Form effective partnerships and relationships with people both internally and externally, from a range of diverse backgrounds, sharing information, resources and support.
• Managing a Quality Service – Deliver service objectives with professional excellence, expertise, and efficiency, taking account of diverse customer needs.
• Communicating and Influencing – Communicate purpose and direction with clarity, integrity and enthusiasm. Respect the needs, responses and opinions of others.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

• Proven experience in high-level catering, including VIP and formal events
• Creativity in menu development and plating.
• Strong culinary skills accross a variety of cuisines and cooking techniques
• Ability to manage food costs, portion control and minimize waste
• Strong organizationnal and time management skils
• Passion for food, innovation and customer satisfaction
• Experience working with dietary requirements (vegan, gluten free, allergies, etc)
• Experience in maintaining kitchen equipment and overseeing maintenance schedules

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

HACCP certification or equivalent food hygiene training

Required behaviours

Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together

Application deadline

19 October 2025

Grade

Administrative Officer (AO)

Type of Position

Full-time, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal

Working hours per week

38

Region

Middle East & North Africa

Country/Territory

Morocco

Location (City)

Rabat

Type of Post

British Embassy

Number of vacancies

1

Salary Currency

MAD

Salary

18238

Start Date

15 December 2025

Other benefits and conditions of employment

Eligibility:

If you are selected for this position, the Embassy will be able to employ you as long as you:

• Have the right to work and live in Morocco and
• Receive the appropriate level of standard security clearance.

Working hours and remuneration:

The Embassy aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role, including a non-negotiable gross salary of MAD 18238 per month. However, employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.

The package includes a good level of medical insurance, 21 days of annual leave (calculated on pro rata basis) plus 14 public holidays, access to on-site swimming pool, tennis court and gym facilities.

There are no other allowances payable as part of this package. No accommodation nor relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.

The contract will be for a full-time employment, on a fixed-term contract basis of one (1) year, subject to one (1) month probation period.

Conditioned working hours for the position are 38 hours per week. Normal office hours are from Mondays to Thursdays from 08:00-16:15 and Fridays from 08:00-13:00. Flexible working arrangement may be considered based on operational requirements and agreement with the line manager, and in line with FCDO and Embassy policies. Independent working will be evaluated as a behaviour in interviews.

The Embassy and the FCDO have a strong commitment to learning and development, and all staff are required to agree on a learning and development plan with their line manager to keep track of their learning objectives and journey. The jobholder will also be required to undertake a number of mandatory training courses as part of their role.

Additional information

How to apply:

Interested candidates must include 1) an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) 2) motivation essay, in the relevant sections of the online application form, stating how you meet the requirements of the role; and 3) examples, in the relevant sections of the online application form, of how you meet the key behaviours and skills required.

Please ensure that your application is authentically written based on your own experiences. If AI tools are used, their usage must only be limited to specific tasks such as ensuring formatting consistency and keyword relevance. The core content, personal narratives, and responses to behaviour and skill-based questions must genuinely reflect your professional journey, experiences, and achievements. We place great importance on originality and individual effort throughout the application process. Any form of plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.

Closing date of receiving applications is before 23:55 local time on 19 October 2025

Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.

Internal candidates (i.e., those who are currently employed by the British Embassy Rabat/ British Consulate General Casablanca) applying for this position should consider informing their current line managers upon submission of their application.

Process:

The recruitment process, including security clearance, is expected to take around 2-3 months. The security clearance process includes checks available in country and in the UK, dependant on the security level required for the role and the candidate’s profile and UK footprint. You may experience some delay in the progress of this recruitment campaign, and we are working hard to minimise any disruption.

Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful at interview may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of six (6) months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.

The start date mentioned in the job advert is a tentative start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security-vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances.

The FCDO operates an agile approach to delivery. To facilitate an agile workforce, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require. The British Embassy Rabat is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy is subject to terms and conditions of service according to local Morocco employment law.

Please be aware that you will only be able to apply to vacancies for Country Based Staff roles with the British Government through this official tal.net site (operated by Oleeo). Jobs may be advertised on third party websites, however our adverts will always link back to the official tal.net site. If you complete and send an application through any other site, we will not receive it.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements