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.
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
EXTERNAL VACANCY
If you meet the above requirements, please apply through the link attaching your CV & motivation letter as a single file by
27th 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)
Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) translates to Doctors without Borders. We provide medical assistance to people affected by conflict, epidemics, disasters, or exclusion from healthcare. Read More
