Cook – Food Production & Sanitation Specialist

About the role

KBR is seeking a dedicated Cook to support food service operations at Camp Lemonnier Naval Base in Djibouti. The role involves preparing hot and cold meals, ensuring strict compliance with recipes, and maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes with minimal supervision.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, utensils, floors, and work areas following a "clean as you go" policy.
• Monitor and record food temperatures, ensuring hot foods stay above 140°F (60°C) and cold foods below 41°F (5°C).
• Sanitize fresh fruits and vegetables, label foods correctly, and keep accurate temperature logs.
• Supervise and guide other kitchen staff, provide training to new employees, and conduct daily shift reports.
• Assist with special event catering, including food decoration and garnish preparation.

Required profile

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow food safety procedures.
• Reliability in punctuality, shift reporting, and teamwork.
• Willingness to work in a military base environment and adhere to mission‑critical standards.

Required skills

• Food preparation and cooking techniques (baking, frying, sautéing, steaming, etc.).
• Food safety and sanitation compliance.
• Temperature monitoring and record‑keeping.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in an international, mission‑focused environment.
• Professional development within KBR’s global operations.