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Job description
Job Advertisement
Job Title:
Cook
Location:
Mogadishu
Department:
Operation
Reporting to
Logistic & Admin Officer
Salary
Market competitive based on experience and skills
Closing Date:
22/09/2026
Job advert link:
Who We Are
Human Appeal is a global non-profit humanitarian and development organisation. We deliver life-saving emergency assistance such as food, medical aid, and disaster relief. At the same time, we run sustainable, community-led programmes in healthcare, education, and livelihoods to build resilience and self-reliance. Our experienced local teams work in vulnerable, hard-to-reach areas. Guided by a vision of a just, caring, and sustainable world, our mission is to save lives, alleviate poverty, and empower communities in line with the core humanitarian principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, and independence.
Main Job Purpose
Assist the Logistics/Admin Officer in office operations and staff welfare by preparing meals and maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment.
Key Result Indicators
o Clean workplace
o Good office facility administration
o Smooth functioning of kitchen facilities and meal services
Accountabilities
o Responsible for cleaning and maintaining the kitchen area.
o Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, refreshments, and meals as required.
o Plan daily menus and ensure meals are prepared on time.
o Purchase and store food items properly.
o Ensure food quality and hygiene standards are maintained.
o Maintain records of kitchen supplies and report shortages.
o Prepare refreshments and meals for visitors and official meetings.
o Clean kitchen utensils and cooking equipment daily.
o Cook food using appropriate methods and equipment.
o Monitor stock and request supplies when necessary.
o Dispose of food waste appropriately and maintain sanitation.
o Follow food safety, sanitation, and health procedures.
o Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Position Relationships
Internal: Logistics/Admin Officer, All Staff
External: Visitors and Guests
Work Environment
Indoors 95%, Outdoors 5%, 5 working days per week, 2 days off, Working Hours 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Competencies
o Food preparation and cooking skills
o Adaptability
o Decision making
o Communication skills
o Teamwork
o Self-motivated
o Attention to hygiene and safety
o Multi-tasking
Skills and qualifications
Job Requirements
Education: Minimum primary education or vocational training.
Experience: 2-3 years of experience in cooking.
Languages: Somali required; basic English is an advantage.
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How to apply
How to apply
We are keen to appoint the right person for this position as soon as possible and will be considering applications as they are received. To maximise your opportunity, please submit your CV by clicking the link provided to apply. We look forward to receiving your application and hearing from you.
Please note that we will only be contacting the shortlisted candidates. Applying candidates must have the legal authorisation or right to work in the designated work location/duty station.
Disclaimer: Human Appeal is committed to diversity, social inclusion, and gender equality/balance, and strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups. The organisation maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and Sexual Harassment (SEA/SH), with all staff required to comply with Preventing Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and Sexual Harassment (PSEA/SH) standards and safe recruitment procedures.