🍽️ Kitchen Volunteer for a Children Summer Camp in Greece🍽️


The experience

Join us as a kitchen volunteer this summer! 🍴 Help our 20-day camp in July (7-27) by preparing meals, setting tables, and keeping the kitchen clean and organized. No experience needed β€” just enthusiasm, teamwork, and a positive attitude! 🧑 Enjoy accommodation in tents, delicious traditional Greek meals πŸ‡¬πŸ‡·, cultural exchange, free time to explore, and make a real difference in children's lives. Apply now! 🌟


What you offer

32 hours of help per week

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.


What you get

1 day off per week

Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.


Requirements

Intermediate English

Over 18 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

What we expect from our volunteers:

Commitment and Reliability
We ask volunteers to commit to the full 20-day duration of the summer camp. Your consistent presence and participation are essential to the success of the program.

Open Mind and Positive Attitude
Come with an open mind, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn and adapt to new experiences and challenges.

Flexibility and Adaptability
The camp environment can be dynamic. Volunteers should be flexible and ready to adapt to changes in schedules or tasks when needed.



What volunteers can expect from us:

Supportive Environment
A warm, welcoming atmosphere where your contributions are truly valued and appreciated. 🀝

Learning Opportunities
Opportunities to learn about social and educational support for children, Greek culture, traditional dances, handicrafts, and even a few basics of the Greek language.
You'll also receive basic orientation on how the camp operates.

Accommodation and Meals
Stay in shared tents equipped with beds, WC, and showers 🚿.
Enjoy traditional Greek meals lovingly prepared by our camp Chef.

Meaningful and Rewarding Experience
Be part of a project that makes a real impact on children's lives, while experiencing personal growth and cultural immersion. 🌍

Community and Friendship
Build lasting friendships with other international volunteers and create a vibrant sense of community among the children and staff. πŸ’¬βœ¨


Activities & Shift

Kitchen Schedule and Responsibilities:

The kitchen operates with two shifts: one in the morning and one in the evening.

Each shift has 5–6 volunteers.

Shifts last approximately 5–6 hours, leaving you free for the rest of the day.

Shift schedules are organized collaboratively between international volunteers and the camp coordinator.

Kitchen Schedule:

Morning Shift:
β€’ Breakfast preparation, kitchen cleaning, and preparation for future meals: 08:00 am – 09:30 am
β€’ Snack preparation: 10:30 am
β€’ Lunch preparation and kitchen cleaning: 12:45 pm – 3:45 pm

Evening Shift:
β€’ Snack preparation and preparation for future meals: 4:45 pm
β€’ Dinner preparation and kitchen cleaning: 7:45 pm – 10:15 pm

Important:

Volunteers do not cook. Our professional Chef is responsible for all cooking. πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³

Main volunteer tasks include:
β–ͺ Preparing simple meal items (e.g., cutting bread, preparing fruit for dessert)
β–ͺ Setting the table and preparing dinnerware and cutlery
β–ͺ Dishwashing
β–ͺ Cleaning the kitchen after meals

Free Time:
When not on duty, volunteers are encouraged to relax, join camp activities, or engage with the children.
We are continually creating new ideas to help volunteers get more involved with the kids and enhance the experience for everyone! 🎈