Vacancy Announcement – Housekeeping & Hospitality Assistant

2026/10/20
The Embassy of Japan is seeking to recruit a reliable and service-oriented Residence Housekeeping & Hospitality Assistant to support the daily operation and maintenance of the Ambassador’s official residence. The position is based mainly at the Residence in Garden City, with a working schedule of six days a week.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Cleaning and maintaining the Residence to a high standard
  • Serving meals, beverages, and refreshments to the Ambassador on a daily basis
  • Assisting with preparation and organization of official events, receptions, lunches, dinners, and other functions held at the Residence and other venues
  • Serving food and beverages to guests during official events
  • Arranging dining and reception areas before events and restoring them afterward
  • Monitoring and replenishing household supplies as needed
  • Assisting with other residence-related duties assigned by the Residence butler
 
Qualifications and Requirements:
  • Previous experience in housekeeping, hospitality, catering, or a similar position is preferred
  • Good English skills
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Professional appearance and courteous manner when dealing with guests
  • Flexibility to work occasionally outside regular working hours during official events
  • Good physical condition and ability to perform cleaning and event-support duties
 
Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to send their CV and a copy of passport or ID with picture no later than 15th November to the following email address: admin@ca.mofa.go.jp. 
*Please include “Residence” in the subject line of your application email.
*Submitted application documents will NOT be returned to applicants.
 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We look forward to welcoming a dedicated professional to our team.