Cook

About the Organization

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) works to help people affected by conflict and disaster regain health, safety, education, financial stability, and the ability to shape their own future. Established in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, IRC is a global humanitarian non-governmental organization operating in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities. Its teams aim to support communities with dignity, hope, and practical solutions that create lasting impact.

Role Summary

The Cook will be responsible for preparing meals for staff and guests, maintaining kitchen hygiene, managing food storage, and supporting food service for meetings and events. The role also requires coordination on menu planning, careful stock monitoring, and adherence to professional conduct and safeguarding standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Cook breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks each day for staff and visitors as needed.
• Make sure meals are prepared on time and served efficiently.
• Adjust meal preparation to suit dietary needs, restrictions, and preferences, including vegetarian and medical diets.
• Work with the Supply Chain team to plan menus.
• Keep the kitchen and food storage spaces clean and hygienic at all times.
• Follow safe food handling, storage, and preservation practices.
• Clean kitchen tools, equipment, utensils, and work areas regularly.
• Track stock levels of food items and kitchen supplies.
• Store ingredients properly to reduce waste and prevent spoilage.
• Keep records of food use and inventory consumption.
• Maintain a neat, safe, and organized kitchen environment.
• Monitor the condition of kitchen equipment and report issues when needed.
• Assist with meal setup for meetings, workshops, and special events.

Professional Standards

All IRC staff are expected to follow the IRC Way standards of professional conduct, which are based on integrity, service, equality, and accountability. The organization also enforces policies related to safeguarding, conflicts of interest, fiscal integrity, reporting misconduct, and protection from retaliation. IRC emphasizes safe working environments and expects employees to contribute to thoughtful, objective, and collaborative service delivery.

Additional Information

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