Cook at INTERSOS

Job Purpose

• The Cook is responsible for preparing healthy, hygienic, and well-balanced meals for staff and guests at the INTERSOS guest house and office.
• The position ensures proper food handling, kitchen cleanliness, and efficient management of food supplies while maintaining high hygiene standards.

Responsibilties
Meal Preparation:

• Prepare daily meals for staff and official guests according to agreed menus.
• Ensure meals are nutritious, well-balanced, and served on time.
• Prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light refreshments when required.
• Accommodate dietary requirements or restrictions when necessary.

Kitchen Management:

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen, cooking utensils, and food storage areas.
• Ensure proper storage of food items to prevent contamination or spoilage.
• Monitor kitchen supplies and inform the supervisor when items are running low.

Food Safety and Hygiene:

• Follow food safety and hygiene standards at all times.
• Ensure proper washing and handling of food ingredients.
• Dispose of kitchen waste properly and maintain sanitation standards.

Inventory and Procurement Support:

• Keep records of food items and kitchen supplies.
• Support the Admin/Logistics department in preparing shopping lists for food and kitchen items.
• Ensure efficient use of food supplies to minimize wastage.

Guest House Support:

• Assist in preparing meals for official meetings, trainings, or events when required.
• Support the general upkeep of the guest house kitchen and dining area.

Education & Professional experience

• Certificate or training in catering, hospitality, or food preparation is an advantage.
• At least 1 year of experience as a cook, preferably in an NGO, guest house, or hospitality environment.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Ability to prepare local and continental dishes.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Language: Good command of written and spoken English language and local language
• Ability to work independently and maintain cleanliness.
• Honest, reliable, and respectful.