Addis Ababa
All God’s Children International (AGCI)
Job Summary:We are seeking a skilled and passionate Cook to join our office team. The Cook is responsible for providing food for children and refreshments for visiting guests and staff. They will prepare meals and follow establishment recipes. As an Office Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and providing high-quality meals for our staff members, as well as catering to the needs of our visiting guests and expatriate staff. Your culinary expertise and attention to detail will contribute to creating a pleasant and enjoyable dining experience for everyone. Duties include preparing ingredients, adhering to the food menu, and following food health and safety procedures. Cook and deliver food in a fast-paced environment.Roles and Responsibilities:Order and manage inventory of ingredients and supplies, ensuring proper stock levels are maintained.Collaborate with the purchasing department to source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices. Collaborate with the office management team to coordinate catering services for meetings, events, and expatriate guests.Conduct taste tests and gather feedback from staff members to continually improve the quality and variety of meals.Plan, prepare, and cook a variety of delicious and nutritious meals for office staff, following established menus and recipes.Ensure all meals are prepared and served in a timely manner, maintaining high standards of quality and presentation.Regularly assess and adjust portion sizes to minimize food waste while ensuring all staff members are adequately nourished.Clean and sanitize dishes, cookware, and utensils.Clean and sanitize food preparation workstations.Assist in the food preparation process by cutting, chopping, slicing, and washing vegetables, meat, and other ingredients.Follow food health and safety requirements.Prepare food based on procedures, providing fresh and tasty meals.Pre-notify stock balance and ensure timely purchasing of raw materials.Be in charge of providing coffee/tea and lunch for events, holidays, and meetings based on requests.Report and record damaged and broken utensils to immediate supervisors.List out any necessary raw materials for the supervisor and ensure all things are sorted based on needs. Follow the procedures of store, "First in and First out" (FIFO), to ensure proper store management and identification of expiry dates.Follow proper waste disposal mechanisms to create a safe and clean environment.Respect and maintain the confidentiality of all personal and sensitive information.Cover the responsibilities of the Assistant Kitchen/Cleaner in their absence.Perform other tasks within the scope of work as assigned by your direct supervisor.