COOK – MOGADISHU, SOMALIA

EXTERNAL VACANCY

MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERES (MSF)–SOMALIA MISSION

MSF is an independent humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to populationsin need. MSF Somalia mission is seeking a qualified person for the position below:

Job Title : COOK

Work Location : MOGADISHU; Somalia

Start date : As soon as possible

Length of contract : Fixed term (1year) 100% with 3 months’ probation period.

Prepare meals for MSF staff, according to hygiene standards and security rules, in order to ensure their nu-tritional needs.

Accountabilities

List item
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., and ensure its integrity.
Report all important information (lost, robbery, damages, deterioration, incident, etc.).to superior

Other tasks include, but are not limited to

Contribute to promoting healthy and balanced meal options for staff within the available resources. repare meals in accordance with culturally appropriate dietary practices

Ensure confidentiality and discretion while working in MSF residences, offices, or staff common areas. Monitor local market availability of food items and communicate procurement needs.

Coordinate with administration on the number of diners and meal arrangements.

Requirements

Education Literacy essential. Certificate or training in cooking, food preparation, hospitality, catering, or a related field desirable.

Experience Essential: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience as a cook in a guesthouse, hotel, restaurant, NGO, INGO or similar environment.

Desirable: previous work experience with MSF in similar role. Languages Somalia essential. and Good command of English

Competencies • Commitment

Flexibility
Stress Management
Results
Teamwork
Service

If you meet the above requirements, please apply through the link attaching your CV & motivation letter as a single file by 27^th August 2026 .under the subject“COOK”. The detailed advertisement and application portal can be accessed via the following link: https://ko-hr.kenya.msf.org/jobs

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

(MSF is an equal Employer and does not charge any application/recruitment or training fee)

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