Project Executive – Sustainable Café Operations

About the role

The Project Executive will lead day‑to‑day operations at Café Zero in Kathmandu, driving the implementation of zero‑waste and sustainable food practices. This full‑time, on‑site position works closely with the café team, external partners and community stakeholders to ensure the project meets its environmental and quality goals.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all project activities, ensuring alignment with sustainability objectives.
• Monitor progress, prepare regular reports and track key performance indicators.
• Facilitate community engagement and partnership building with stakeholders, NGOs and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and local sourcing standards.
• Support the development and rollout of zero‑waste initiatives across the café.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Environmental Studies, Hospitality or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in project management, strategic planning and implementation.
• Strong communication, coordination and stakeholder‑engagement abilities.
• Background in sustainability, environmental or zero‑waste programs, preferably within Nepal’s food sector.
• Analytical, problem‑solving and organizational skills with the ability to work on‑site.

Required skills

• Project management
• Strategic planning
• Implementation of sustainability initiatives
• Food safety and hygiene knowledge
• Local sourcing practices