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COOK

Job Vacancies 10 March 2025

Job Title                : COOK
Work Location   : Nairobi
Duration               : 12 Months (with 3 months’ probation period) 
                                       renewable based on performance)
Start Date             : April 2025

The selected candidate will be reporting to the HR Manager
 

Main Purpose

Prepare meals for patients and MSF staff, according to hygiene standards and security rules, in order to ensure their nutritional needs.

Accountabilities

  • 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.
  • Report all important information (lost, robbery, damages, deterioration, incident, etc.).to superior
  • Define various menus and propose them to employees
  • Collect on a daily basis meal requirements of employees
  • Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment and utensils
  • Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
  • Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
  • Check quality of ingredients
  • Ensure that food portions and food presentation meet the standards.
  • Ensure cooking utensils are clean before each use
  • In case of needs, organize parties for employees

Requirements

Education:    Literacy essential, Cookery Course 
Experience:    At least two years Previous experience 
Languages:        English and Swahili
    
Competencies:    Commitment,flexibility,stress management,results,teamwork, and Service.
 
 

If you meet the above requirements, Please submit your application by  14th March 2025

We apologize that due to the volume of application we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Incomplete applications will not be considered 

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