Cook or Assistant Cook

Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.

Context

IOM operates Five Accommodation Centers for Unaccompanied Minors (Shelters) providing accommodation and access to services for Unaccompanied Migrant Children (UMC). Besides accommodation, the following services are provided to the beneficiaries: addressing basic needs, catering, hygiene, legal counselling, and information about life opportunities in Greece, interpretation, psychosocial support, medical support, Greek learning programs, learning support, organization of intercultural activities, work and career guidance.

Within the framework of the action: "Subsidy N.P. INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR MIGRATION (IOM) MISSION GREECE for the implementation of the project "Operation of K.F.A.A. Kypseli I" with MIS Code the Program "Greece Programme - Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund ", "Subsidy N.P. INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR MIGRATION (IOM) MISSION GREECE for the implementation of the project "Operation of K.F.A.A. Kypseli ΙI" with MIS Code the Program "Greece Programme - Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund " and "Subsidy N.P. INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR MIGRATION (IOM) MISSION GREECE for the implementation of the project "Operation of K.F.A.A. Ilion" with MIS Code the Program "Greece Programme - Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund ", under the overall supervision of the Project Coordinator or his/her designate and the direct supervision of the Shelter Coordinator, the successful candidate will support in the planning and preparation of meals in the assigned Accommodation Center.

• Prepare and cook of meals (group and individual).
• Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen space and equipment.
• Record the kitchen's supplies and shortages in consumable materials and tools and submit the required report to the Shelter Coordinator.
• Prepare a weekly menu program and individual programs in collaboration with the Shelter coordinator and under the supervision of a nutritionist or a competent doctor.
• Train the beneficiaries in the preparation of meals.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education

• Certificate of relevant professional experience or certification or certified training;
• Updated and valid health certificate and successful examinations for food handlers, are mandatory.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Existence of experience in a similar role;
• Willingness to work in morning shift, including holidays and weekends;
• Experience working with children and/or vulnerable population preferred;
• Previous experience working in a multi-cultural environment preferred;

Skills

• Strong work ethics and commitment to humanitarian principles.

Languages

For this position, fluency in
Greek is
required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of
English
or
French
an advantage

IOM's official languages are English, French and Spanish.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies
IOM's competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization's priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
• This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
• IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
• IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
• IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

• Job Identification 14081
• Posting Date 09/26/2025, 11:03 AM
• Locations Athens, Greece
• Apply Before 10/01/2025, 08:59 PM
• Degree Level High School Degree/Certificate
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Contract Type Special Short term ungraded (Up to 9 months)
• Vacancy Type Call for Applications
• Recruiting Type General Service
• Grade UG