ISLAMIC RELIEF SOMALIA: JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Female Professional Cook

DEPARTMENT:  HR/Admin

BASE LOCATION: Hargeisa (100%)

 CONTRACT LENGTH: 7 months – renewable based on performance and budget availability .

REPORT TO: HR/Admin Officer

Grade: N/A

Deadline: 22th june 2024

JOB SUMMARY

·         Working under the supervision of an Administrative Officer based in Hargeisa, the holder of this position will be responsible for cooking for the office and guesthouse.

·         Cooking three meals for the guesthouse on a daily basis and the regular lunch for all the staff

·         Prepare refreshments for all the staff and the guesthouse residents twice per day.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Senior Management Team Support Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Monitoring supplies and re-ordering stock as needed.

·         Ensuring that cooking utensils are clean before each use.

·         Bake, grill, steam and boil meats, vegetables, fish, poultry and other foods

·         Cleaning and sterilizing food preparation areas.

·         Ensure that food orders are completed in a timely manner.

·         Efficiently serving all staff and ensure that there will not be any problems with staff orders.

·         Ensuring that food health and safety regulations are followed.

·         Ensuring each guest order has the correct food and sides

·         Ensure all food and other items are stored properly

·         Recommending ideas for specials or seasonal dishes

·         Monitoring multiple food orders as new orders arrive

·         Checking food and ingredients for freshness.

·         Arranging and garnishing dishes.

·         Ensuring that the kitchen area, equipment and utensils are cleaned

·         Thorough experience with hot and cold food preparation

·         Ensure that all dishes are cooked well and presented in an aesthetically pleasing way

Others

·         Be familiar with and abide by the Islamic Relief code of conduct and other regularly issued codes.

·         Perform other duties as assigned by her immediate supervisor.

·         Avoid being distracted by your mobile or anything else when at work.

·         Avoid unnecessary absences without previously informing your supervisor.

·         Communicate with all staff in a protocol-like and respectful manner.

·         Respect the diversity of the workplace.

Working Hours

·         Normal office hours are from 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but sometimes she may work overtime to meet deadlines.

·         Working on weekends when needed, especially when gusts are coming.

Qualifications

Diploma or certificate from a culinary school

·         Secondary school certificate and Diploma on any other and related qualifications.

Proven experience as cook

Work Experience:

·         2 years of professional experience.

• Experience of exposure of NGOs is value added.
• Food handling certification is preferred.
• Familiarity with general kitchen equipment and appliances
• Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation practices

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

·         Ability to work as a member of a team is essential.

·         Positive courteous and professional attitude

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• A professional with high personal integrity and commitment.

·         An individual that can cope work with people from diverse backgrounds.

·         Able to organize, maintain composure and prioritize work under pressure,

·         Work overtime when necessary and on weekends and be able to coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.

·         Sound knowledge of cooking methods and techniques.

·         The ability to stand for extended periods of time.

Equal Opportunities: Only qualified female candidates will be shortlisted.

Child Safeguarding:  No

Safeguarding and protection of staff: YES

Application process:

·         Each application should be addressed to the HR account: [email protected]

·          An updated CV and application letter

·         Academic Qualifications (certificates/Transcripts)

·         Copy of your Somali/Somaliland National ID card or passport

·         Contact information for three work-related referees

·         Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. IRW is an equal opportunity employer.

Deadline: 22th june 2024