ActionAid is a non-governmental & non-profit international organization working towards achieving a world without poverty and injustice in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

ActionAid started its activities in Afghanistan in 2002 and was registered in Ministry of Economy of Afghanistan as non-governmental international organization “INGO”.

ActionAid-Afghanistan committed itself a long-term work with poor and excluded sections of the society through the Human Rights Based Development Approach, WASH, and livelihood programs in multiple provinces of Afghanistan.

Job Summary: ActionAid Afghanistan, a part of the global ActionAid federation, has been working in Afghanistan since 2002, focusing on poverty alleviation, human rights, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), and livelihood programs. The organization is seeking a Cook & Cleaner to manage both meal preparation and office cleanliness. The candidate will be responsible for preparing and serving meals for office staff and guests, ensuring that the kitchen is clean and organized. Additionally, they will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the office, including cleaning common areas, washing dishes, and ensuring a hygienic environment. The role also involves managing tea/coffee stations and purchasing food and kitchen supplies. The ideal candidate should have good cooking skills, the ability to maintain cleanliness, and knowledge of food handling and hygiene. Previous experience in similar roles within NGOs or INGOs is an advantage, and basic English skills would be beneficial. The candidate should also be willing to learn new recipes and perform general cleaning duties as needed.

duties

Responsible for Cooking & serving meal for staff in the office. • Working within Action Aid Afghanistan Administration guidelines regarding current health safety and hygiene legislation. • Ensure all the tea/coffee stations are equipped with adequate boiled water, coffee, milk and sugar on daily basis. • Keep cooking material clean and handle with care • Purchase daily and weekly food material • Prepare, cook and serve food in accordance with defined standards and quality • Purchase kitchen dishes, when required. • Perform all the requirements of a Cook, such as washing the dishes, cleaning the kitchen and all other requirements. • Serve food and tea for office guests. • Cook foods and meals with required quality and ensure inclusion of vegetables as per the season

Ability to write and read • Previous 2/3 years experience in a similar role with any NGO or INGO is an advantage • Good cooking skills, especially in preparing Afghan local foods

Knowledge of safe and hygienic cleaning practices

If you have the expertise to take on this exciting opportunity, please apply online by sending your CV and motivation cover letter to jobs.kabul@actionaid.org up to 09 18, 2024. Please clearly indicate cook/cleaner Ghor -1096 in the subject of your email, otherwise, your application will not be considered.

ActionAid Afghanistan welcomes applications from all sections of the community and promotes diversity.  Although all applications will be considered on their individual merit, suitably qualified women candidates are especially encouraged to apply.  

Due to high volumes of applications received, we can only correspond with short-listed applicants. Should you not have received feedback on your application within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. ActionAid Afghanistan will not consider unsolicited candidates from recruitment agencies. We reserve the right to withdraw any of our vacancies at any time. 

ActionAid is an equal opportunity employer.