WE ARE LOOKING FOR A CHEF IN ATHENS, GREECE

WHAT IS OUR PROJECT ABOUT: 

Saffron Kitchen Project (SKP) supports displaced persons by creating opportunity and fostering community through food. We are a registered non-profit organisation that creates high quality, nutritious meals for vulnerable communities in Athens. Inspired by multiple cultures and traditions, we aim to do three things simultaneously: Nourish, Train, Employ. 

Our first pillar - Nourish – entails providing people with warm, nutritious and inventive meals in a dignified and sustainable way. We partner with several organisations that support vulnerable people throughout Athens, distributing delicious meals whilst avoiding food waste as much as possible. 

The second pillar – Train – offers free culinary education and vocational training in partnership with IEK Delta. In an effort to prepare our students for work in the hospitality industry, the programme comprises culinary skills as well as soft skills training such as teamwork, leadership and time management. Upon completion students will receive a recognised EOPEP certificate which will aid them in entering the job market. 

Finally, the third pillar – Employ – demonstrates our commitment to tackling unemployment in Greece by not only employing but also generating job opportunities for people from the refugee and hosting community. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and experienced Chef. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Carry out daily meal mise en place 

Food preparation and packaging 

Assist the head chef or in ordering food items, through the check of stock 

Organise and correctly store food supplies

Properly clean and sanitize all food preparation areas according to established standards of hygiene and government regulations

Wash and appropriately store all cooking appliances, instruments, utensils, cutting boards, and dishes

Maintain and keep kitchen and store room log books

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Minimum age: 21

Time commitment: full time (38h/w) Mon-Fri

Proven experience in the culinary sector

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work in a team

Good knife skills 

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Effective communication skills

Must have legal work permit 

Good knowledge of English

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

Training or certifications from Academies/Centers working in the culinary sector

Health certificate 

Experience in food distribution

Knowledge of food health and safety regulations.

Fluency in Greek and other context relevant languages (e.g. Arabic/French/Kurdish/Farsi) are an  advantage

SKP particularly welcomes applications from individuals with experience of migration and/or a refugee background.

We also welcome applications from currently under represented groups such as ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ candidates

WHAT WE OFFER

Contract under Greek labour law of 800 euros net for 1 month probation with the possibility of a 6 months extension

Access to vibrant, multicultural, open minded and enjoyable work environment

Learning opportunities 

Daily lunch

SKP will assist with the full  mandatory health checks and certificate 

References 

Applications (cover letter and CV) can be directed to evelina@saffronkitchenproject.org by no later than 12.04.2023

Please insert as the subject of your email: “Application: Sous Chef SKP”.