SECOURS ISLAMIQUE FRANCE (SIF) is an international non-governmental organization dedicated to providing humanitarian assistance and development aid worldwide. Since 1991, SIF has been working across more than 20 countries.

In Pakistan, we have been actively serving vulnerable communities & marginalized groups since 2010 by providing them humanitarian assistance during emergencies and also support them through the implementing of sustainable development programs in the areas of Child Protection & child Wellbeing, WASH, Food Security & Livelihoods, Disaster Risk Reduction, and Education during both early recovery and development phases.

SIF is currently providing its services in all provinces of Pakistan, including; Sindh, Punjab, Baluchistan, KPK, and has a presence in 33 most vulnerable districts. In light of increasing challenges ‘such as’ inflation, illiteracy, poverty, and climate change, as well as their association with limited and shrinking resources like; water, food, and livelihood opportunities, SIF believes that there is a high need for enhanced collaboration between NGOs and government institutions. SIF is fully confident that by sharing experiences, innovations, and lessons learned under such coordination, we can collectively improve the well-being of children and alleviate the miseries of the communities across Pakistan.

CHILD SAFEGUARDING

As part of the implementation of the Child Safeguarding Policy (CSP), specify here the level of risk associated with child safeguarding (0, 1 or 2) depending on whether or not the position involves contact with children (in particular access to children and/or personal data) and, if so, specify the type of interaction. 

Reminder:

- Level 0: no contact with children

- Level 1: access to children and/or personal data about children

- Level 2: access to children and/or personal data about children and other risk factors such as frequent direct contact with children, contact in isolated locations/without direct supervision, contact with particularly vulnerable children (disability, children without parental protection, etc.).

 Job Description:

The Head Cook is responsible for managing kitchen operations at the SIF Country Office ensuring the preparation of hygienic, nutritious, and culturally appropriate meals for staff and guests. The role includes supervising kitchen staff, maintaining food safety standards and managing kitchen supplies efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Meal Planning & Preparation

• Plan daily and weekly menus in consultation with management.
• Prepare high-quality meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) for staff and official guests.
• Ensure meals meet nutritional standards and accommodate dietary requirements.
• Maintain variety in menus while ensuring cost efficiency.

Kitchen Management

• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and efficiency.
• Supervise cooks, assistant cooks and kitchen helpers.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of kitchen equipment.

Hygiene & Food Safety

• Maintain strict hygiene and sanitation standards in line with health regulations.
• Ensure proper food storage, handling, and waste management.
• Conduct regular cleaning of kitchen areas, utensils, and appliances.

Procurement & Inventory

• Prepare food requisitions and assist in procurement of kitchen supplies.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure timely replenishment.
• Control food costs and minimize wastage.

Staff Supervision

• Assign daily tasks and supervise kitchen staff performance.
• Provide guidance and on-the-job training to kitchen staff.
• Prepare duty rosters and manage leave schedules.
• Ensure discipline, teamwork, and adherence to organizational standards.
• Report staff performance issues to management.

Compliance & Reporting

• Follow SIF policies, including security, safeguarding and operational procedures.
• Maintain records of food usage, stock consumption and kitchen expenses.
• Report any operational or safety concerns to management.

Additional Preference

• Candidates with prior experience in reputed hospitality establishments such as Serena Hotel or Pearl Continental (PC Hotel) will be given strong preference.
• Experience in high-standard hotel or large-scale kitchen operations will be considered an added advantage.

Languages

• Urdu (required)
• Basic English (preferred)

 Requirements:

• Minimum Secondary School education required
• Hotel Diploma in Cooking
• Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience as a cook in institutional kitchens, NGOs, guesthouses or similar setups.
• Proven experience in preparing a variety of local and continental dishes.
• Basic knowledge of nutrition, food safety and hygiene standards.
• Experience in supervising kitchen staff is required.
• Full-time position based in Islamabad.
• May require flexible working hours, including weekends or evenings depending on operational needs.
• Position based in Islamabad.

Hard Skills / Soft Skills:

• Strong cooking and food presentation skills.
• Leadership and team supervision abilities.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Honest, reliable, and flexible.