Country: Somalia
Closing date: 25 May 2018
OVERVIEW OF CTG GLOBAL
CTG support and manage humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world. With past performance in 15 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia and Central and South America – we offer a holistic fabric of project management, implementation and support. Skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, we have the ability to act quickly (crisis response teams can be on the ground in 24 hours) and to establish structured operations in high-risk environments. CTG recruit and manage qualified, skilled teams with extensive experience operating in challenging conditions.
OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION
Our client is seeking an ASSISTANT COOK in our Kismayo location. This contract receives day to day and week to week oversight from the line manager and other staff. Overall contract performance management is jointly monitored and evaluated by International Organization for Migration and government partner. International Organization for Migration will undertake contracting obligations and remuneration.
GENERAL FUNCTIONS
Role objective:
The Assistant Cook will work full time as per Somali Labour Laws, performing daily culinary services. Three meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) will be prepared and served per day. Two Assistant Cooks will be recruited for this role, who will provide support to two main Cooks.
The position will include the below tasks:
a. Daily cooking services for up to 70 residents:
• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (cleaning, chopping and peeling vegetables, cleaning and cutting meat etc.).
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.
• Always check quality and expiration of ingredients.
• Monitor stock and inform the Cooks when supplies are running low.
• Support in preparing and serving three meals per day. The meals will be served as per the below schedule:
• Breakfast – 6:30
• Lunch – 13:00
• Dinner – 18:00
• Support in the clean-up of the dining area and kitchen after each meal.
b. Maintenance of high sanitation standards:
• All raw or uncooked foods (such as salads or fruits) shall be refrigerated and shall adhere to all sanitation standards in accordance with the Ministry of Health regulations.
• A separate cooking arrangement and use of separate utensils etc., shall be ensured for vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. Non-vegetarian and vegetarian items should be stored separately.
• our client will provide all the necessary items to serve food such as plates, bowls, tableware, cups and table cloths. Cleaning of the plates and utensils should be done with soap and hot water and all items should be cleaned and dried. our client will provide kitchen space, cooking utensils, as well as space for the storage of food items. our client will employ cleaners to support with cleaning functions before and after cooking.
• Failure to maintain highest levels of sanitary condition and following of Ministry of Health guidance on food preparation is grounds for immediate termination.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
Education:
§ Completion of Secondary School education or equivalent.
Work experience:
§ Minimum of 4 years of demonstrable relevant Catering experience.
Geographical experience:
§ Minimum of 4 years of experience in Africa (essential).
Languages:
§ Fluency in English (desirable) and Somali (essential).
Key competencies:
• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services
• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others.
• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of our client ( optional depending on position level)
Other relevant information:
Internals of the Organization and NMS candidates, as well as external female candidates, will be considered as first-tier candidates. This vacancy is also open to second-tier candidates.
The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
How to apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter at: valentina@ctg.org