SKP : OPERATIONS COORDINATOR ROLE - ATHENS, GREECE

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 community. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly organised and creative Operations Coordinator to join our team  

RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain and assist with keeping good relationships with partner organisations, and expand SKP’s network in Greece and beyond

Procurement 

Manage weekly logistics and procurement procedures for items needed for the project (eg.: food items, kitchen equipment)

Maintain good working relationship with local suppliers 

Work closely with the kitchen team on menus/quantities and needs 

Culinary Training 

Responsible for the successful implementation of activities in the partnership with IEK Delta 

Recruitment of students and aftercare 

Working with our partner organisation for employability services 

Guarantee that all project tasks are relevant and up to date, as well as planning, managing and executing programmatic changes when needed.

Ensure that all project tasks are delivered within scope and budget.

Regular reporting and active collaboration with the Director to ensure the constant and sustainable development of the training

Social Media

Improve and further develop our communications and social media strategies with the support and guidance from the Director

Create unique and exciting content for Social Media (Facebook, Instagram), track results and improve our performance

Responding to enquiries received through social media channels or passing onto others where appropriate 

Keep our website content and design always updated with accurate information and our latest news and projects

Support with photography and video content according to our Policy

Develop, edit and upload articles for our different platforms as well as any outreach/marketing materials

Marketing & Fundraising

Newsletter development and distribution 

Support and develop marketing and merchandise opportunities for the organisation

Assist with the development of the organization’s fundraising campaigns strategy

Assist with the implementation and design of  fundraising campaigns 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Time commitment: Full time (40/w) Mon-Fri

Proficient in written and spoken English and Greek

Previous experience in social media and logistics

At least one year of experience in humanitarian setting

Good knowledge of MS Office

Experience working in a diverse team 

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Has the right to work in Greece

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

Previous experience in culinary/hospitality sector

Love for food and cooking

Fluency in context relevant languages (e.g. Greek or Arabic/Farsi/French/Dari)

Saffron Kitchen Project welcome applications from currently under represented groups such as ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ candidates

WHAT WE OFFER

Contract under Greek labour with a competitive salary, €900 net 

References 

Paid holidays 

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

Learning opportunities 
Applications (cover letter and resume) can be directed to  evelina@saffronkitchenproject.org  by no later than 30.09.2024