Kitchen Manager

Who is Project Armonia?

We are a grassroots organisation acting in solidarity with displaced people to promote equal access to nutrition and education. 

For the past two years, we have operated a free-restaurant that served over 1000 healthy and nutritious meals per day to displaced people  on the hotspot island of Samos. We have worked with a diverse team of 29 different nationalities. 

Now, we have a new exciting challenge ahead!

We are currently setting up a new food project in the city of Athens. We aim at opening a community kitchen serving up to 1000 warm, nutritious takeaway meals a day to people in need. 

Role & Responsibilities:

We are looking for an experienced, motivated individual to join our team, who can help set up our new kitchen in Athens and manage our day to day operations.

Job description:

Working hours: Full time Monday to Friday 

Location: Athens, Greece

• Setting up and managing kitchen operations and kitchen team.
• Training, guiding and supervising the kitchen team in meal preparation, cooking and food saftey.
• Setting up, implementing and monitoring hygiene and safety procedures and practices.
• Setting up and managing a food distribution schedule.
• Establishing, maintaining and monitoring kitchen logistical processes, including food supplier relations; food stock inventory, storage and delivery; monitoring kitchen-related spending in compliance with the budget.

Essential Requirements 

• Three years of professional experience working in a kitchen management role
• Fluency in Greek and English 
• Sound Knowledge of Microsoft Office 
• Valid HACCP certification
• Adaptability and prioritisation in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• A strong team player with a flexible attitude  and problem-solving abilities

Other requirements

• Ability to work well, both independently and within a team 
• Able to act on own initiative and take responsible decisions
• Evidence of commitment to ongoing professional and personal development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Desired skills & experience

• Understanding of the context in which we operate 
• Knowledge of the Athens context in relation to the culinary sector 
• Ability to work in a culturally diverse team 

What we offer:

• A truly rewarding role as a part of a highly committed team 
• Hired on contract under Greek law until the end of 2022, renewable 
• 1,200 - 1,500 EUR gross per month depending on previous experience
• 25 days paid holidays per year, plus compulsory public holidays 

The application process:

• Application deadline: 15 May 2022
• Start date: 1 June 2022
• To apply, send a copy of your CV and accompanying cover letter to recruitment@projectarmonia.org 
• We are looking forward to an online video interview or an interview in person in Athens to get to know each other better