The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an independent, neutral organization ensuring humanitarian protection and assistance for victims of war and armed violence. Please visit www.icrc.org for more information.

The ICRC is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of:

Cook Marib

Contract type: One year-fixed term contract
No. of Posts:  1
Duty Station: Marib
Start date of announcement: 19 May 2024

Purpose:

The Cook provides quality and timely cooking services at ICRC premises. 

Accountabilities & Responsibilities 

Functional Responsibilities: 

ACTUAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Prepares meals (strictly respecting hygiene principles), with minimum food waste (uses older items first). 
• Orders/purchases and manages stocks of food and non-food (e.g. cooking gas, etc.). 
• Ensures cooking equipment is in good condition (safe for use) and that the kitchen and canteen/dining hall are cleaned after each use (respecting hygiene rules). 
• Informs his/her hierarchical superior of any problems (broken/faulty material, etc.). 

Cleaning

• Provides cleaning/housekeeping/laundry services at ICRC premises.
• Performs tasks at the office or residence per monthly roaster.
• Informs his/her supervisor about any issues regarding the premises (materials needed to carry out duties, malfunctioning equipment, damaged furniture or premises, etc.).
• Supports maintenance, logistics and other colleagues in a variety of manual tasks when assigned to the office.
• Respects and ensure the privacy of Mobile staff in the ICRC residence and in particular in their rooms

Certifications/Education Required 

• Primary school education. 
• Basic knowledge of English.

Professional Experience Required 

• 2 years' work experience in a similar field of activity. 
• Knows and applies kitchen/cooking hygiene principles. 

Competencies  

• Leadership               
• Accountability               
• People management               
• Team work & Collaboration               
• Representing the ICRC               
• Beneficiary & Client focused