Office and Kitchen Assistant

The Ocean Cleanup is seeking a part-time Office and Kitchen Assistant in Rotterdam, Netherlands. This role involves supporting daily operations, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring a welcoming workplace. Responsibilities include lunch service setup, food prep, and organization. Applicants should be reliable, organized, and have a basic understanding of hygiene practices. The position requires availability Monday to Thursday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with no prior experience necessary.
POSTED: 26th May 2025
STARTING DATE: As soon as possible
PART TIME, ROTTERDAM, NETHERLANDS

MISSION TO METRICS

The mission of The Ocean Cleanup is to develop and scale technologies to rid the world’s oceans of plastic.

The Office & Kitchen Management plays a vital role in ensuring a seamless, productive, and welcoming workplace by optimizing daily operations—directly boosting employee well-being and organizational efficiency. By proactively maintaining health/safety compliance, resolving operational bottlenecks, and ensuring a service-oriented environment, we enable teams to focus on their core work.

We’re looking for a reliable and hands-on Office & Kitchen Assistant to support daily operations, including lunch service, kitchen upkeep, and general office management. This part-time role is perfect for someone who enjoys working in a team, takes pride in keeping things organized, and wants to contribute to a positive and welcoming office environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Close alignment with the Office Manager to provide a productive environment for our crew
• Set up and arrange pre-cooked food for lunch service
• Refill food items for second lunch shift
• Light food prep (e.g. chopping vegetables, preparing toasties)
• Unpack and organize food deliveries
• Keep fridges, cupboards, and storage areas tidy
• Clean kitchen area tidy
• Restock kitchen supplies
• Prepare and display daily refreshers (e.g. infused water or light snacks)
• Follow hygiene standards and kitchen safety protocols (HACCP awareness)
• Monitor and report when stock is running low
• Occasional support with setting up crew events

​​​​PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

“Even if you don’t meet every professional qualification listed, we strongly encourage you to apply if you believe you have the right skills, experience, and motivation to contribute to our mission. We recognize that talent and potential come in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and unconventional career paths. If you’re passionate about the work we do and confident in your ability to make an impact, don’t hesitate to submit your application—we’d love to hear from you”
• While no prior experience is required, a basic knowledge of hygiene practices is essential.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Team player with good communication skills
• Somebody who can take initiative
• Driving License is a nice to have

ADDITIONAL DETAILS
• Starting date – Asap
• This role will be for 20 hours per week. Availability to work Monday to Thursday, between the hours of 10:00 – 15:00, is essential.
• Location – Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
• Please note: because we are a non-profit, our salaries reflect that of an organization fully reliant on donations rather than that of a commercial entity. Conducting a pre-employment check may be part of this recruitment process. At The Ocean Cleanup, we believe we are stronger together, while harnessing the uniqueness each individual brings. That is why we take a fair, equal opportunity, and transparent approach to hiring and welcome special needs requests.