Head Cook

Note: This position will be filled on a rolling basis and is contingent upon donor funding. Females, disabled and Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. All the positions will be filled on a priority basis and applications will be closed as soon as positions are filled. Every application fitting the job description will be thoroughly evaluated

SIF is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The Hiring is subject to donor funding.

The candidate who tries to influence the recruitment process will be automatically disqualified. SIF reserves the right to check criminal records according to the current law.

The SIF has a zero-tolerance policy towards any type of fraud, corruption, moral harassment, abuse or violence of any kind whatsoever and more generally any violation of legislation, regulations or its code of conduct.

SIF respects the humanitarian principle of "Not harm" and ensures child security as a primary consideration. Hiring is subject to donor funding.

General Objectives

Objective 1: Menu Planning and Development:

• Develop and design new menu items, taking into account seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, and food trends.
• Assist in Planning and create daily or weekly menus.
• Ensure that all dishes are prepared with attention to taste, presentation, and quality.

Objective 2: Food Preparation and Cooking:

• Supervise in preparing, cutting and cooking of food as per the menu keeping in mind the hygiene protocols.
• Ensure that all dishes are prepared according to recipe specifications and presented in an attractive manner.
• Monitor food preparation and cooking processes to maintain consistent quality.

Objective 3: Kitchen Management:

• Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, including staff supervision, scheduling, and training.
• Manage kitchen inventory, including ordering ingredients and supplies, and ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Ensure that all kitchen equipment is maintained and used properly

Objective 4: Food Safety and Hygiene:

• Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
• Monitor kitchen cleanliness and ensure that all staff follow proper sanitation practices.
• Keep up-to-date with health and safety regulations and implement necessary changes.

Objective 5: Staff Supervision and Training:

• Lead, motivate, and manage kitchen staff to ensure high performance and teamwork.
• Provide training and guidance to new and existing staff on cooking techniques, kitchen procedures, and safety protocols.
• Conduct performance reviews of kitchen staff and address any issues or conflicts within the team.

Objective 6: Cost Management:

• Develop and manage the kitchen budget, including food costs, labor costs, and other expenses.
• Implement cost-control measures to maintain profitability without sacrificing quality.
• Monitor and manage food waste and find ways to reduce it.

Objective 7: Collaboration:

• Work closely with Kitchen management, front-of-house staff, and other departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Assist in Collaborating with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients and manage inventory.

Knowledge and Skills

• Effective under pressure, results oriented and proactive with the ability to multi-task.
• Good Interpersonal communication, negotiating and analytical skills.
• Ability to organize work schedule on regular basis and flexibility; discrete and respectful to confidentiality.
• Good Team player and motivated to work in remote and uncertain environment respecting standard operating procedures as devised and instructed.

Personality Attributes

• Respect and promote SIF values and mandate, and report to the line manager any non-respect of SIF’s policies amongst the teams or partners.
• Address needs and requests in a professional way.
• Always interact with children in presence of their parents or caregivers.
• Always respect beneficiaries’ confidentiality.
• Report any incident or act that causes harm to beneficiaries or to others.
• Aware of child protection/safeguarding concept.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different cultural backgrounds.
• Strong cross-cultural communication skills.
• Rigorous and polite.

 Working Hours and Salary

• This is a full-time position with 40 working hours per week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
• Salary will be paid according to the SIF salary grid.

Important to note:

• SIF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are free for all candidates and no one should require any payment or compensation during the recruitment process. May the candidate be asked for any fee, he/she must report to SIF Administration through the recruitment contact.
• SIF commits to respect the “Do no harm” & PSEA (Prevention against sexual exploitation and abuse) principles and ensure Child Safeguarding is paramount in all its activities. We do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with vulnerable people, in particular with children join our organization.
• This position is subject to a range of vetting checks including criminal records disclosure and reference checks. We have zero tolerance for harmful practices.
• SIF strictly prohibits dual employment, and reserves the right to initiate appropriate procedural or legal measures in response to any violation of this policy.
• Candidates who will try to influence the recruitment process will be automatically disqualifies.
• SIF is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The Hiring is subject to donor funding*