Our philosophy
In the current state of affairs, on this planet, ANY kind of business dedicated to respect and to protect Life and the environment, in general, is a blessing for the planet and the universe and therefore it is blessed itself by It. Any kind of action or decision aleviates the pain of Life ,in general, is a blessing for the planet and the universe and therefore it is blessed itself by It. There is understanding here and now, that is to be spreaded.
Why Vegan?
Veganism stands for our planitary companions, all earthlings, as animal liberation. It stands for a million reasons more but putting an end to cruelty is its most important one.
Why Fairtade?
Fair trade stands for our species’ companions; human liberation. Human slavery, even if hidden, still survives in many places of the world. In other it thrives. For some goods, such as cocoa or coffee, its more like the rule than the exception. Vegan diet is also fancy these days isn’t it? A lot of people will pass by our place. We want to get our visitors informed, so that they can make conscious choices thereafter.
Why Upcycling?
Upcycling stands for the opposite of industrialization. We act naturally. We collect, reshape and reuse whatever can still be used. We are not buying new things when we can avoid it. Therefore factories work less and less. I have heard and read: On a simple life-style, the whole humanity would be able to live satisfying, comfortable lives, just with the things thrown away at the garbage places. – Plus upcycling reduces the costs of constructions, making creation process available for any human being. -Anyway, nature is upcycling
Why Local & Organic?
Local organic foods and ingredients stands for minimum transportation of goods around the globe ,meaning minimum fuel consumption and working hours spent,goods deliverred to people who would not have them and would not need them, anyway. With an exception for coffee and cocoa which will be offerred in their fair-trade version, plus some goods which are not grown in Greece, due to commercial purposes, even if they would easily be grown and produced, suçh as millet and lynseed, in our vegan restaurant on Patmos island, you will not be served mangos, papayas, pine-apples, cashew nuts etc. We have such a big diversity of plant goods to pick from in our part of the globe, really!
Consuming as a form of activism
Our Ideology in numbers
Everyday a vegan saves
A Small Story
About us..
….Here is a small introduction of ourselves . If you want to learn more, come visit us.
We will be very happy to meet you !!….
Gozde
I was born in Istanbul, Turkey. I became vegetarian at the age of 13, inside a hospital in Istanbul when during a small laser operation, I clearly caught the smell of grilled meat and soon realized in terror that it was my burning skin! I never ate meat again since that time! Allmost all of my life I remember my self cooking meals for my friends and co-crew. After my first trip to India, I decided to make cooking my main profession. First as a volunteer in 'Shambala camping' in south Turkey , I prepared meals for thousands of people. I turned into veganism in 2010. After that, I cooked professionally for many restaurants and eateries in the touristic town of Kas, I travelled back to India where I created my own restaurant in the city of Goa and was invited to join one of the biggest festivals in the world 'O.z.o.r.a festival' where I cooked for 40.000 people, veganized traditional turkish and greek food. Last but not least, I moved to Greece one and a half year ago with the intention to stay, and found a job in the vegan restaurant 'Mama Tierra' in Athens, where I met with Nicolas! Soon after, an opportunity rose to start our own small business on Patmos, the island of the Apocalypse!.
Nikolas
I was born in Athens, Greece and at the age of 19, vegan philosophy and ethics adopted me! In 2014,from Dunedin of New Zealand, I embarked on a small commercial marine cargo ship of 45000 tons as an apprentice engineer, (accompanied by a luggage full of dry beans, nuts and oatmeal!) for ten months. Since that time, I have volunteered on various sectors such as natural farming, upcycling constructions, children's education, cooking food for people on the street. All this time cooking has been my way to persuade people to change their approach to all earthlings and the environment. I worked for two and a half years in Mama Tierra, one of the best vegan restaurants in Athens. There I met Gozde, who had just moved her life from Turkey to Greece to find a job in a vegan or vegetarian restaurant!
Our History
How we started...
Join our Team, learn about our philosophy and the values we are fighting for.
We are looking forward to meet you.
If you know about vegan philosophy, we will be really happy to meet you and join our team. Send us your CV here and we will contact you as soon as possible.
Bar-Service
Do you know & support vegan philosophy? Do you know about Fairtrade Coffee or you would love to learn about it? Do you love Greece, do you understand and speak fluently Greek or English?
Are you interested in homemade and organic vegan food and vegan philosophy?
Do you like to communicate with a wide variety of people?
Do you keep track even when it’s busy? Is a standing and active job ok for you? Do you need cleanliness and order?
Then we would love to meet you!
We offer a full-time contract, accommodation, bonus, depending on training and experience, plus tips. The salary can increase quickly if we are all satisfied and the restaurant is busy.
Discover the Island of Patmos & the paradise of a totally vegan shop.
Job from April to October 2023 (debatable)
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Responsibilities:
-Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons
-Interact with customers, take orders and serve food and drinks. Know about vegan & fairtrade philosophy is very important for us as we want to present to people what actually they are eating. What is Seitan? What the vegan Pastichio has inside? It’s not needed to know from before, but the interest to learn is very important to us.
-Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations
-Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails
-Check customers’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age
-Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
-Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
-Comply with all food and beverage regulations
-Stuck in the detail.
-Clean the tables & check if everything is okay for the customers.
Sous-Chef
For us, it’s important the person. As you see above, our restaurant fights for all the species in this planet. Our activism and ideology made us start this restaurant in the beautiful island of Patmos.
Have you worked before in a same position?
Are you well-organised, clean & quick?
Maybe some days will be hard, but always we are finding times to laugh and enjoy the time in kitchen.
We offer a full-time contract, accommodation, bonus, depending on training and experience, plus tips. The salary can increase quickly if we are all satisfied and the restaurant is busy.
Discover the Island of Patmos & the paradise of a totally vegan shop.
English is a desirable skill.
Job from April to October 2023 (debatable)
Responsibilities:
-Directs food preparation and collaborates with chef Gozde Oguz.
-Helps in the design of food menu. New ideas are always welcome.
-Produces high quality plates, including both design and taste.
-Assists with menu planning, inventory, and management of supplies.
-Make a list with the supplies needed for the next day.
-Ensures that food is top quality and that kitchen is in good condition.
-Keeps stations clean and complies with food safety standards.
-Offers suggestions and creative ideas that can improve upon the kitchen’s performance.
-Prepares food properly.
-Schedules staff shifts.
-Orders food supplies.
-Monitors and maintains kitchen equipment.
-Solves problems that arise and seizes control of issues in the kitchen.
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A person concentrated to its job & clean is very important for us. English or Turkish is a plus.
Hey you, we are waiting for you.
Salary: on request and based on experience
Accomondation provided
Pastry Chef
For us, it’s important the person. As you see above, our restaurant fights for all the species in this planet. Our activism and ideology made us start this restaurant in the beautiful island of Patmos.
English is a desirable skill.
In our kitchen we don’t use the common white flour but organic & variety of ancient grains, so if you are interested in these varieties and you know how to use them, we want you to join us.
Job from June to September 2023 (debatable)
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Responsibilities:
-Operate and manage the pastry section of a kitchen, working together with the other chefs
-Prepare a variety of baked goods for breakfast as well as our beautiful burger bans.
-Decorate and present pastries and baked goods in a tasteful and beautiful way
-Monitor and order ingredients & supplies
-Meet with customers to discuss custom-made desserts or baked goods for special occasions
-Ensure the bakery section of the kitchen adheres to health and safety regulations
-Develop new seasonal recipes and menus and keep up with the latest trends
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A person concentrated to its job & clean is very important for us. English or Turkish is a plus.
Hey you, we are waiting for you.
Salary: on request and based on experience
Accomondation provided.
Kitchen Assistant
A person concentrated to its job & clean is very important for us. English or Turkish is a plus.
Hey you, we are waiting for you
Salary: on request and based on experience
Job from June to September 2023 (debatable)
Accommodation provided.
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Responsibilities:
-Properly cleaning and sanitizing all food preparation areas. A clean & well organised person is the person that we look for.
-Help with the Washing and appropriately storing all cooking appliances, instruments, utensils, cutting boards, and dishes.
-Assisting the Cook with the preparation of meal ingredients, which includes washing, cleaning, peeling, cutting, and chopping fruit & vegetables.
-Sweeping and mopping the kitchen floors as well as wiping down kitchen walls.
-Assisting with the unloading of delivered food supplies.
-Organizing and correctly storing food supplies.
-Promptly transferring meal ingredients from storage areas to the kitchen as per the Cook’s instructions.
-Salads preparation & serving.
Cleaner (2 people)
Language is not important for us but eyes are <3
We love cleaning and have our space always clean and well organised.
A person concentrated to its job & clean is very important for us.Greek, English or Turkish is a plus.
Hey you, we are waiting for you
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Responsibilities:
-Maintain clean kitchen by removing trash, sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning equipment, cleaning hood vents and drains, and washing dishes, pots, pans.
-Assist and work with other kitchen cleaners and staff performing general cleaning of kitchen areas and maintain a neat and clean work environment
– Leave the shop clean after closing (night shift)
– Room Cleaner ( 2 rooms for cleaning, helping on washing the bedsheets & the towels, prepare the room for check in after check out) (not everyday task, but after request) ( Morning/Midday shift)
-Other duties as assigned by managers and chefs.
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