COOK

Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)
Mogadishu, Somalia
Cleaner/cooker

Job Description

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

Qualifications & Requirements

Requirements

Education Literacy essential. Certificate or training in cooking, food preparation, hospitality,

catering, or a related field desirable.

Experience Essential: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience as a cook in a guesthouse, hotel,

restaurant, NGO, INGO or similar environment.

Desirable: previous work experience with MSF in similar role.

Languages Somalia essential. and Good command of English

Competencies • Commitment

  • Flexibility
  • Stress Management
  • Results
  • Teamwork
  • Service

EXTERNAL VACANCY

How to Apply

If you meet the above requirements, please apply through the link attaching your CV & motivation letter as a single file by

27th August 2026 .under the subject “COOK”. The detailed advertisement and application portal can be accessed

via the following link:

https: //ko-hr.kenya.msf.org/jobs

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

(MSF is an equal Employer and does not charge any application/recruitment or training fee)

Apply on employer site

Apply at: https://ko-hr.kenya.msf.org/jobs

Job Details

Posted: August 13, 2026
Organization: Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)
Location: Mogadishu, Somalia
Sector: Cleaner/cooker