Cook at Terre des hommes Foundation (Tdh)

Terre des hommes (Tdh) is the leading Swiss child relief agency. The Foundation has been helping children in need for over 50 years, defending their rights regardless of their race, creed, or political affiliation. In over 30 countries, Tdh protects children against exploitation, and violence, improves children’s and their mother’s health, and provides emergency psychological and material support in humanitarian crises.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Cook

Location: Maiduguri, Borno

Purpose of the Position

• The Cook is responsible for preparing meals for expatriate staff, ensuring a variety of nutritious and well-balanced dishes.
• The role requires attention to dietary needs, cleanliness, and efficiency in the kitchen, contributing to the well-being of the staff.

Key Responsibilities
Meal Preparation:

• Prepare and cook meals according to the menu plan, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Create meal plans that are nutritious, varied, and considerate of dietary restrictions (e.g., allergies, vegetarian preferences).
• Ensure timely preparation and serving of meals.

Menu Planning:

• Develop weekly menus in coordination with the expatriate staff to accommodate their preferences and dietary needs.
• Incorporate seasonal and locally available ingredients to maintain variety and freshness.

Kitchen Management:

• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety standards.
• Manage kitchen inventory, including monitoring and purchasing ingredients, supplies, and equipment.
• Ensure proper storage of food items to prevent spoilage and waste.

Health and Safety:

• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including the proper handling and storage of food.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is maintained and used correctly.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with the logistics and administrative teams to coordinate meal schedules and special events.
• Communicate regularly with expatriate staff to receive feedback and adjust menus as needed.

Budget Management:

• Assist in managing the kitchen budget by sourcing ingredients cost-effectively while maintaining quality.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Culinary training or certification is an advantage.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience as a cook, preferably in a similar setting. Experience in preparing international cuisine is a plus.

Skills:

• Proficient in cooking and meal preparation.
• Knowledge of nutrition and special dietary requirements.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills in English. Knowledge of local languages is an advantage.

Security:

• Comply with Tdh Security Regulations

Others:

• Fully comply with Tdh Code of Conduct and ensure Child Safeguarding Policy, and PSEA are always upheld.
• Report cases of abuse on children that she/he would be aware of in Tdh’s office or the field locations. Strict confidentiality must be respected.
• Adhere to and enforce current administrative and logistical regulations and procedures.
• Deliver any other tasks as assigned by his/her Supervisor.
• The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and levels of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Additional Requirements:

• Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends and holidays, as required.
• Willingness to adhere to the organization's code of conduct and respect for cultural diversity.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.