Co-Lead, Food House Operations & Commercial Activity, Food Services Department

Role Description

Job title: Lead Food Houses, Food Services Department (2 positions)

Nature of engagement: Volunteer contract

Duration: From January 2026 until the end of the project in December 2027

Department description: The mission of the Department is to provide Internationally diverse cultural experiences including nutritious, diverse, and sustainable food options alongside Jamboree appropriate entertainment that caters to the needs of all Jamboree participants, visitors, IST & Staff while promoting the principles of healthy living and environmental stewardship.

The lead for Food Houses will support the Co-heads of the food services department and where appropriate work with the other Leads within the food services department to deliver a quality, nutritionally balanced, safe and affordable food House experience to all Jamboree participants, visitors, IST & staff.

What you should expect

Responsibilities

Ensure the outlined vision and strategy for the Food House model is implemented and delivered safely, nutritionally, within budget and on time at the Jamboree.
Ensure the Food House functions have the necessary resources, including manpower, equipment, facilities, resources, services and ingredients, through effective cross collaboration with other departments and suppliers as required.
Manage IST assigned to the department by ensuring all appropriate training is completed, job roles assigned and schedules produced and are adhered to to effectively cover the responsibilities of the department.
Support the co-heads of the FDS in managing the relationship with all food and equipment suppliers and service providers involved in Food house provision, ensuring adherence to the contractual requirements and quality standards at all times.
Implementing measures to reduce food waste, promote sustainable sourcing, and minimize the environmental impact of the food houses.
Working with the FDS Lead for HSEQ, design and implement strict standards to ensure all food houses adhere to the local legal requirements in respect of food safety.
Ensure all food houses are compliant to local food and entertainment licensing laws and obligations.

Commitments

Work closely with the co-heads of the food services department, other members of the Food services department, contingent representatives and where appropriate, other members of the jamboree planning team to ensure the International food house area is a success.
Support the co-heads of the FDS to manage the design and set-up of the international food house area within the FDS Department, in terms of team members and necessary resources .
Attend Jamboree meetings as required – either in-person (up to 2 per year) and virtually, several times per year, increasing as we move towards delivery of the event. 
(if necessary) Attend any additional jamboree meetings virtually as required.
Follow up promptly to communication by email and Slack.
Have multiple hours available during the week on multiple days. The workload will increase in the run up to the event.  
Be committed to work in multicultural, fast-paced environment.

Applicant Profile

Knowledge and skills

Scouting Knowledge: Familiarity with scouting principles and experience in Scout events is highly desirable.
Management skills: Excellent organisational and management skills.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with a diverse team.
Problem-Solving Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle complex logistical challenges. High attention to details.
Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively as a coordinator, sharing responsibilities and decision-making within the Food Services Department’s team.
Knowledge of Outlook 365, MS Word, Excel, SharePoint operation.

Background Experience

Professional Experience: Proven ability to manage retail/catering operations and associated relationships either commercially or at large scale scouting events.
Leadership Experience: Proven ability in leading teams, preferably in a scouting or commercial management context.
Community Building: Demonstrated ability in organizing activities and events that promote interaction and a sense of belonging.
Experience in Scout events is highly desirable, especially in the field of supplier operations/food services.

Formal requirements

We welcome applicants from both within Poland and abroad, each with their respective requirements:

Applicants from Poland should meet the following requirements:

active membership in the Polish Scouting & Guiding Association (ZHP)
completed leader’s service in the previous year and an opinion of the relevant Regional Commissioner or Chief Commissioner (Komendant Hufca / Komendant Chorągwi/ Naczelnik ZHP)
positive experience of projects at least at regional level (domestic)
ability to communicate freely in spoken and written English

Applicants from abroad should meet the following requirements:

active membership in one of the organisations belonging to the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM)
a favourable opinion from the International Commissioner
positive experience of projects at international level
ability to communicate freely in spoken and written English

Why get involved

As a member of the Jamboree Planning Team (JPT), you’ll be vital to creating this exceptional scout event. We’re dedicated to supporting you fully, providing:

comprehensive support from the People Department for personal and professional growth, including access to JPT Academy sessions and workshops
a volunteer agreement outlining your contributions and responsibilities
arrangements for in-person meetings in Poland, covering transportation, accommodation, and visa costs
a jamboree-specific email address and access to tools like Microsoft 365 and Slack for effective communication
a Planning Team kit including scarf, T-shirt and other jamboree related merch
a volunteer certificate at the end of your volunteer journey, acknowledging your contribution and dedication

How to Apply

The application should be submitted through the platform no later than 23:59 CET (UTC+01:00) on 31 December 2025 and should include:

A Curriculum Vitae that includes both your professional and scouting experience. The CV should be in English and indicate the candidate’s e-mail and mobile contact details. We recommend using the Europass standard format (https://europa.eu/europass/en).
A cover letter of no more than 4 paragraphs describing your experience, skills and the rationale for your application (in English).
An endorsement letter from your International Commissioner that includes their favorable opinion on your profile and application for this role. Candidates from Poland should request endorsement from the Regional Commissioner or Chief Commissioner (Pełnomocnik ds. Zagranicznych oraz Komendant Hufca / Komendant Chorągwi / Naczelnik ZHP).

All candidates who sent in their application correctly and on time will be contacted after the application deadline. A decision on the composition of the team is expected no later than 15/01/2026.

Click the button below to access the recruitment platform and submit your application. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment, please don’t hesitate to contact at [email protected].

Submit your application

After clicking the 'Submit your application' button, you will be taken to the Jamboree Planning Team recruitment platform at engage.wsj2027.org. Scouting is an inclusive, values-based Movement under the Scout Promise and Law. Applying for positions in the Jamboree Planning Team is open to all young people and adults who accept our fundamental values. The Jamboree Organisation stands against discrimination of any kind, including race, colour, nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation, language, religion, social background, or political beliefs - so long as they are consistent with Scouting values. Respecting and valuing the diversity of all volunteers and employees involved in organising the World Scout Jamboree ensures that we maximise the potential of all young people and adults by creating better, fairer, safer working environments. Your personal data will be treated with utmost confidentiality in compliance with GDPR regulations, and will be used solely for this recruitment process. We store your information securely and will not share it with third parties without your prior consent. By submitting your application, you agree to the processing of your data in accordance with these terms.