Chef

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Meal preparation: Cook and prepare meals in a timely manner, ensuring high-quality and delicious dishes for office staff and official guests.

Food presentation: Ensure that the presentation of meals is attractive and appetizing, creating an enjoyable dining experience for employees.

Inventory management: Maintain an organized inventory of food and kitchen supplies, and place orders as needed to ensure sufficient stock levels.

Budgeting and cost control: Manage the food budget effectively, minimizing waste and controlling expenses without compromising on food quality.

Food safety and hygiene: Adhere to food safety standards and regulations, maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.

Special events and catering: Plan and execute special office events and catering services when required, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all participants.

Collaboration: Work closely with the office management team and staff to gather feedback on food offerings and incorporate suggestions for improvement.

Employee engagement: Foster a positive and welcoming environment in the office kitchen or cafeteria, encouraging employee interaction and creating a sense of community during meal times.

Food trend monitoring: Stay updated on the latest food trends and incorporate them into the menu when appropriate to keep the offerings fresh and appealing.

Training and development: If managing a kitchen staff, provide training and guidance to kitchen assistants or support staff to maintain an efficient and well-coordinated team.

Maintaining order, sanitization, and cleanliness in the office especially in the kitchen.

Helping with inventory management, food storage, and supply stocking

Observing the rules and procedures for food safety and cleanliness

Helping as necessary with the ordering and receipt of food and supplies

Assisting with recipe creation and menu planning.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

It is essential that the post holder shows a good understanding and sympathy with the organizational values & principles, vision and mission as well as commitment to its PSEAH (preventing sexual exploitation abuse and harassment) protocols. IR has a zero-tolerance policy towards PSEAH and don’t support any action that promotes or encourages PSEAH.

IR is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IR engages. IR expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

Qualification & Experience

Metric or Middle with four years of relevant experience.

Language:

Urdu, and Sindhi languages

Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications:

• An understanding of and commitment to Islamic Relief Relief’s mission and values
• Must have knowledge to cook new and exciting dishes while incorporating seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities.
• Strong knowledge about food safety standards and procedures to maintain a hygienic kitchen environment.
• Effective communication skills to interact with office employees and official guests.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends for special events or office needs.
• Good understanding of Urdu and local language

DECLARATION:

By applying for this position with IR Pakistan;

I confirm that the above information in the CV/Application is complete and correct and that any untrue or misleading information will give my employer the right to terminate any employment contract offered.

I agree that information contained within this application and supporting documents (including "sensitive information) may be accessed, stored and used and by the organisation in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.

Pre-employment Checks:

Any employment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:

• Screening clearance
• Receipt of satisfactory references

Please note, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to live and work in Pakistan. We are unable to progress applications that would require sponsorship.

Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding:

IR is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IR engages. IR expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organization.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.

In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer