Job Location: Maidan Wardak
Nationality: National
Category: Admin-Clerical
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: According to NAC Salary Scale
Vacancy Number: 232025
No. Of Jobs: 1
City: Maidan Wardak
Organization: Norwegian Afghanistan Committee
Years of Experience: 2 years of relevant experience, especially within an NGOs or similar organization
Contract Duration: Project Based
Gender: Male
Education: Must Read and Write, Preferred Completion of grade 12 or equivalent education, preferably in a related field such as culinary arts or professional cooking.
Close date: 2025-03-19
About Norwegian Afghanistan Committee:
The Norwegian Afghanistan Committee (NAC) is a member-based solidarity organization that has been working in support and solidarity with the Afghan people for more than 35 years. NAC works in the following sectors: Education, Gender and Human Rights, Governance and Civil Society, Health, Food Security, Job Creation, Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation. NAC’s vision is that NAC shall contribute to an Afghanistan free of poverty where equality, democracy, human rights and respect serve as the bases for political action and development.
The Norwegian Afghanistan Committee (NAC) has a zero tolerance of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH) both within the organization and of beneficiaries. Prevention of and protection from sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (PSEAH) is the individual and collective responsibility of all NAC officers, management, staff, consultants, and volunteers, who are all required to familiarize themselves with, agree to, and act in accordance with NAC’s Ethical Guidelines and Commitment, NAC Child Protection Policy, and NAC PSEAH Policy, at all times – both during and outside working hours – and participate actively in introductory and refresher trainings. Any breaches of PSEAH clauses in NAC’s policies, guidelines, and/or commitments will lead to immediate termination and possible legal actions.
Job Description:
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Technical Tasks
Flexibility to work at any required time, including weekends, to provide services for guests and staff when needed.
Distribute meals on time in a proper and organized manner.
Ensure kitchen utensils and the kitchen are always kept clean and hygienic.
Prepare meals in accordance with the set menu.
Take full responsibility for kitchen operations in the absence of the cook.
Monitor and maintain the inventory of kitchen supplies, ensuring items are replenished in a timely manner.
Manage waste disposal in a hygienic and eco-friendly manner.
Assist with menu planning to ensure dietary preferences and nutritional needs are met.
Support in serving beverages during meetings or office events.
Training Tasks
Assist cooks in training of other staff who support cook and cook assistance in food distribution and kitchen other related services particularly at some events.
Tasks of inter organizational relations
Maintain good cooperation and relations with all units of MWRPO-DI staff for the healthy intake of food at NAC premises
Act according to the policy and regulations of NAC
Must stay in Staff house during weekend and anu other public holiday when required.
To Actively contributes to the successful development and good reputation of the NAC.
To do any other duties assigned by the cook and Admin Officer.
Job Requirements:
Language requirements, if any
Fluency in Pashto and Dari will be an advantage with a basic understanding of English.
Qualifications Required
Must Read and Write, Preferred Completion of grade 12 or equivalent education, preferably in a related field such as culinary arts or professional cooking.
Work Experience
2 years of relevant experience, especially within an NGOs or similar organization
Skills
Basic math skills for meal preparation and calculations
Honest, proactive, and well-mannered.
Ability to communicate hygiene-related matters politely and respectfully with staff.
Strong punctuality and time management skills.
Submission Guideline:
The subject must be included in the position title and vacancy (Cook Assistant 232025). Please note that applications without the position title and vacancy# will not be considered and will automatically be rejected.
Please make sure that your application/resume should be in your full name otherwise it will be rejected.
The NAC is an equal opportunity employer; women and persons with disabilities are therefore encouraged to apply.
The NAC offers: An encouraging and team-oriented working atmosphere • Significant career challenges that will test and enhance the skills of the incumbent • Interesting and worthwhile work in a growing organization • Competitive salary packages.