Join Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) as a COOK — this full time role is based in Mogadishu. Candidates should bring 2 - 3 years of hands-on experience, preferably in the Cleaner/cooker sector. Qualified candidates are urged to apply before the Aug, 27 deadline.
MSF is an independent humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to populationsin
need. MSF Somalia mission is seeking a qualified person for the position below:
Job Title: COOK
Work
Location: MOGADISHU; Somalia
Start date: As soon as possible
Length of contract: Fixed term (1year) 100% with 3 months’ probation period.
Prepare meals for MSF staff, according to hygiene standards and security rules, in order to ensure their nu-tritional
needs.
Accountabilities
- List item
- Carry out the preparation of meals for staff
- Follow at all times all hygiene standards and security rules.
- Control stock of food so as to ask for anything needed on time, and prepare shopping list and make purchases if
required.
- Ensure meals to be served on time.
- If applicable set table before every meal and clean it up after each meal.
- Ensure cleanliness of all facilities, utensils and equipment.
- If domestic cook, ensure the provision of drinkable water during the day and when she / he leaves: cleaning, filling the
filter and empty bottles, changing batteries if necessary.
- Look after all equipment provided.
- Keep an inventory of MSF kitchen utensils and equipment, i.e. plates, glasses, cutlery, cookware, etc., and ensure its
integrity.
- Report all important information (lost, robbery, damages, deterioration, incident, etc.).to superior
Other tasks include, but are not limited to
Contribute to promoting healthy and balanced meal options for staff within the available resources.
repare meals in accordance with culturally appropriate dietary practices
Ensure confidentiality and discretion while working in MSF residences, offices, or staff common areas.
Monitor local market availability of food items and communicate procurement needs.
Coordinate with administration on the number of diners and meal arrangements.
About Mogadishu
Mogadishu, known locally as Muqdisho, is the capital of Somalia and the country's largest city. It serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of the nation. The city hosts the headquarters of numerous UN agencies, international NGOs, and government institutions, offering diverse career opportunities for development and humanitarian professionals.
Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Muqdisho • Shaqo Cusub • Shaqo Buuxda