Announcements
Consular Services Announcement:
The Embassy has resumed bookings for passport and notarial services as usual.
10 July 2025
About the Australian Embassy in Egypt
Dr Axel Wabenhorst, Ambassador to Egypt, Sudan and Eritrea
Ambassador Wabenhorst is a senior career officer with extensive experience in the Middle East.
Before being appointed as Ambassador to Egypt, Sudan and Eritrea, Ambassador Wabenhorst was Chargé d’Affaires in Kabul (2021) and Australia’s first resident Ambassador to Qatar (July 2016 – July 2019). He has previously served as Deputy Head of Mission in Tehran, with earlier postings to Riyadh and Baghdad.
In Canberra, Ambassador Wabenhorst has served as Director in the Afghanistan and Regional Branch; Director in the Arms Control and Counter-Proliferation Branch; the DFAT Liaison Officer at the Australian Headquarters Joint Operations Command; and Director, UN Security Council Taskforce.
Ambassador Wabenhorst holds a BSc (Hons) majoring in Pure Mathematics from Monash University and a DPhil in Computer Science from Oxford University. He speaks Arabic, German and Farsi.
Embassy Contact Information
Address: World Trade Centre 11th Floor, 1191 Corniche El Nil, Boulaq, Cairo
Tel: +202 2770 6600
Fax: +202 2770 6650
Email: [email protected]
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Opening Hours
The Embassy is open from 8:00am to 4:30pm Sunday to Wednesday and from 8:00am to 1:30pm on Thursday. The Embassy is closed on public holidays (see below).
The Embassy works on an appointment basis for all notarial services and passport applications. Click on the link below to book your own appointment: Book Appointment
Consular Assistance
If you are an Australian citizen requiring urgent consular assistance please call our 24 hour emergency centre on +61 2 6261 3305, SMS +61 421 269 080 or call 1300 555 135 (from within Australia).
Public Holidays
In 2025 the Embassy will be closed on the following days:
1 January (Wednesday) New Years Day
7 January (Tuesday) Coptic Christmas
30 March (Sunday) Eid El Fitr
31 March (Monday) Eid El Fitr
1 April (Tuesday) Eid El Fitr
20 April (Sunday) Coptic Easter Sunday
21 April (Monday) Sham El Nessim**
8 June (Sunday) Eid Al Adha
9 June (Monday) Eid Al Adha
3 July (Thursday) in lieu of 30 June Revolution Day
24 July (Thursday) in lieu of 23 July Revolution Day
4 September (Thursday) Prophet Mohammed’s Birthday
6 October (Monday) Armed Forces Day**
25 December (Thursday) Christmas Day
** These days, could be changed based on the Prime Minister’s decree number 1249 for year 2020
N.B Islamic feasts and prayers for both Eid El Fitr and Eid El Adha are calculated astronomically based on sighting of the moon.
Vacancies
Chef / Head of Household Vacancy - Australian Ambassador's Residence
The Australian Ambassador to Egypt is looking to recruit a highly experienced and discreet Chef / Head of Household.
The successful candidate will oversee culinary services and household operations at the official residence. This role is integral to the Ambassador’s representational duties and requires excellence in hospitality, culinary arts, and household management.
DUTIES AND TASKS:
Culinary Services
- Plan and prepare daily meals for the Ambassador and guests, including formal and informal occasions
- Develop menus based on dietary preferences and seasonal availability
- Cater official events and receptions
- Uphold high standards of food safety, hygiene, and presentation
Kitchen & Inventory Management
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness and equipment
- Source quality ingredients and manage inventory
Event & Household Coordination
- Collaborate with Embassy staff on event planning
- Assist with event setup and presentation
- Coordinate with household staff and supervise contractors
- Report on maintenance needs to the Embassy’s Property Manager
Administrative & Financial Oversight
- Ensure purchases comply with budget and financial guidelines
- Maintain records of inventory, suppliers, and expenses
SELECTION CRITERIA
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as a professional chef, preferably in diplomatic or VIP settings
- Expertise in international cuisines
- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage
- Culinary certification or equivalent training
- Experience in protocol, hospitality, and household management
- High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism
CONDITIONS AND BENEFITS
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Five-day work week (Sunday to Thursday), 40 hours/week with overtime for work performed out of hours
- Annual leave and performance bonus
- Uniform provided
REQUIREMENTS:
- Comprehensive CV addressing the selection criteria
- Contact details of two professional referees
- Ability to undergo medical screening and provide police clearance (addressed to the Australian Ambassador to Egypt)
HOW TO APPLY:
Email your application to [email protected] by Tuesday, 16 September 2025 – 16:30.
Please include your full name and the vacancy title in the subject line.
Late applications will not be considered.